April 30

I'm fairly eager for this month to be over!! Connor's hemoglobin didn't drop much overnight, so we decided to not get the blood transfusion today. Which thankfully meant a shorter day at the clinic. Last day of the Ara-C. Next week we only have one infusion on Tuesday.
Staying on overnight hydration until Tuesday, as well as the antifungal. 
CT scan was tonight. Connor didn't manage to keep down the contrast, do the added some by IV, hope it was enough to see something conclusive. Took 3 tries for them to find a vein, the overnight hydration is very needed.
3 more days of the oral chemo, and hopefully next week (month) will be better!

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  1. Nana PenApril 30, 2021 at 7:52 PM

    Only a few hours more for this very challenging month to end! May May bring more healing, less pain and more food enjoyment. Love to all💕

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  2. BeataMay 1, 2021 at 8:20 PM

    Yes, may May be a positive change for Connor and you all!!

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  3. KinlinFamilyMay 2, 2021 at 7:35 PM

    Good bye April. Hello May and flowers, and sunshine, and all things wonderful! 🤞💕K/C/M/L

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