Sadly my platelet count was too low this week (half of what it needs to be) to be given chemo. My doctor said there is no shot that can be given to elevate them like I already take for my WBC. She said all I can do is take the week off because my body needs more time to recover. The harm in giving me chemo when it's low is that I could have uncontrolled bleeding (platelets help with blood clotting). And the chemo keeps knocking down those amounts so if my counts get too low, I would need a blood transfusion. Obviously I don't want that so I'm *trying* to take it easy.
I'll get my blood taken again on Monday so hopefully it's all good enough for chemo. So far, missing the 2 weeks I have should not affect my outcome nor extend my treatment. Both weeks were low dose Taxol weeks I missed. I do worry though if my blood isn't good this next week if some change will be needed...
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We continue to keep you in our prayers. I find it's been a touching experience every time I hear one of the boys asking that you be blessed. Hope your numbers look better next week.
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