Jason TNT

Jason TNT

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Day 6 - Feeling Stronger

Hopefully, this is not all just in my head because it feels like I'm getting stronger.  After GI issues dominated day 3 and day 4, I was exhausted pretty much all day yesterday (day 5).  Today, I feel a bit stronger even though my lab work this morning showed that my counts are still zero (as expected).  I'm looking forward to getting Neupogen tomorrow (even though it's an injection) to kick start my counts.  It sounds like I may get some platelets tomorrow too.  I've had a bunch of family members and friends in the Tampa area donate blood and/or platelets, so I'll probably get some "family platelets".  We learned an interesting fact today.  Platelets normally have a yellow color when they're being infused...unless they were donated by a woman on birth control.  In that case, they have a green color.  A little knowledge for you to drop during your upcoming Memorial Day barbeque parties.

We had a nice surprise yesterday when Jen's best friend Lara drove over to Tampa from her home in Ormond Beach.  Even though I spent most of the day napping, it was nice for Jen and Lara to have a fun afternoon together.

I'll post again tomorrow after I get the Neupogen!

4 comments:

  1. Glad you're feeling stronger. Our minds have a lot of control over our bodies so as long as your mind believes it, your body could obey. I will be anxious to hear how things go tomorrow. I think of you several times a day and continue to pray for a speedy recovery and for you to not only win this battle but the whole war!! Mike and I are here if you or Jen need anything taken care of, either here in O'town or over there, just let us know.

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  2. Jason, Thanks for your great updates, and thanks for the words of wisdom on platelets. AS always our thoughts and prayers are with with you and the family. Love from the AZ Browns

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  3. Jason,your knowledge of platelets is stunning!! I just happen to be going to a BBQ this weekend, and I will bet I'll be the only one who knows that!! Seriously though, there has to be something gratifying that your family and friends have given that for you.That's good stuff there! I continue to be happy for you that you are pleasantly surprised that you are feeling better than it sounds as though you had anticipated. I'm happy for you to have the family and friends who care about you. Hope tomorrow goes well for you. Sending out large positive vibes to you, Jen, the kids, and all those who love you. Rick,Christine,Evan

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  4. Jason, great to know that you are feeling stronger (in your head or not!). Since it almost always rains in this city we may just pop into a pub instead and share your fabulous platelets knowledge! Actually, the weather has not been too bad so there may be a chance of a BBQ this weekend... We are thinking of you guys. Little Ella says hello - I've decided to wear goggles while I feed her with first solids! Love to you, Jen and the kids.

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