Melissa saw Dr. Miranda today and her blood counts were checked. Her platelets are low, so that means her risk of bleeding is very high. She can't floss her teeth and has to brush her teeth with a very soft toothbrush very gently! Melissa feels that it is ironic that she can't shave since she is also waiting for her hair to fall out! Her red blood count looks okay so that's great news! That's probably the reason she still has her signature rosy cheeks! (She still looks great!) The bad news is that her white blood cell count is critically low. This is not completely unexpected at this point. Basically it just means that we are going to continue to to be super vigilant about germs! Melissa is wearing a mask and checking her temperature frequently. She says they are really lucky to have a close personal relationship with the Dr. She and Tyler both have his cell number on speed dial! He is aware of every change as it is happening! In general she is feeling weak and still a bit nauseous - - but so much better! Acid reflux has been a problem but she started a new med for that today. Melissa has a poor appetite and her taste buds are "wackadoodle!" She says the saddest thing is that chocolate now tastes nasty! :( Melissa also received some great news today! She is eligible for short term disability which will help cover a portion of her missed income! Yay! Her insurance benefits will also not require as many hours worked as they previously thought. Melissa says "I can't emphasize what a tremendous blessing this is. My manager is doing all she can to accommodate me as well. This is yet another in a long line of tender mercies from above. I truly feel like God has provided us with everything we need to overcome this challenge. The entire experience has been tremendously faith building! Please know how many prayers of gratitude have been uttered in your collective behalf! We continue to be blown away by the love and service we receive. Thank you all for hanging in there with us for the long haul!"
I hate to be a bummer after all the good news about insurance and such, but just a reminder that it is now really important that Melissa NOT HAVE ANY VISITORS at all! :( A huge bummer to me, as it always makes me feel a little better to be able to visit with her and I know that since she is such a "social bug" it perks her up too, but it is NOT WORTH THE RISK! Melissa said to make sure you all know how much she is loving blog, and FB messages, and cards in the mail are fantastic! Thanks so much for everything! ~ Nicole
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