HB 98
WBC 0.07
PLT 23
N 0.0
Another platelet transfusion being done tonight. Lauren seemed more alert today and got on her laptop for 10 minutes which was a first in a while. She tried staying up to watch the Olympics opening ceremony, but fell asleep. Sleeping a lot these last few days, as expected. These blogs aren't covering everything she's being treated for each day, so please don't think she just sleeps - there are a few things happening eg. x-ray yesterday to check why her 'port' was hurting, creams for rashes etc etc. Fevers are persisting.
Julie or I continue to clean the room each day - I reckon we've taken off half a layer of lino already. Lauren uses mouth wash at least 4 times a day because she can't brush her teeth whilst neutropenic - infection risk from brushing, particularly if she cuts herself.
For Adelaide based readers (also Brisbane, Cairns & Perth), consider walking in the inaugral Leukaemia Foundation's "Light the Night" - a first in Australia at Elder Park, Wednesday 17th September 5:30pm - 8:30pm. Visit www.lightthenight.org.au or call 1800 500 088 for details.