This is Brandon, posting for Amy. Amy has been running fevers off and on all day long today, so they did some chest X-rays as part of normal procedure for when she runs fevers, and the X-rays showed contaminants in both lungs. From what I understand it is most likely a fungal infection of some sort that has been able to develop because of her low counts from chemo. Sometime in the next day or two she will get a CAT scan as well as have a Bronchoscopy (from what I understand it is a tube stuck down her throat into her lungs to examine the inside of the lungs) -- and they will also take a water-based biopsy from her lungs at the same time (though I must admit I don't really understand it or how it works at this point in time, especially since I wasn't there when the doctors explained it).
Anyway, all that to say, if you could pray for her these next couple days in regards to each of the two tests (CAT scan and Bronchoscopy), as well as in regards to her infection and fevers, we'd appreciate it very much.
The Wilhoites
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- Brandon Wilhoite
- Amy was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia subtype M4 on July 2, 2006. For your convenience, Brandon & Gary can be contacted via email through amysblog@mac.com.
Timeline
- August 2007 - Clofarabine & Cytarabine with possible second transplant
- August 2007 - Intrathecal Methotrexate
- June - July 2007 - FLAG w/ mylotarg
- April 2007 - AML M4 MLL-ELL Diagnosis
- March - June 2007: Experimental DLIs
- March - June 2007: Decitabine 5/28
- November 2006 - Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant (brother)
- September 2006 - Salvage Regimen - MEC
- July 2006 - Reinduction - Cytarabine & Daunarubicin 5/2
- July 2006 - Induction - Cytarabine & Daunarubicin 7/3
- July 2, 2006 - AML M4 Diagnosis
But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. For we who live are always being given over to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death is at work in us, but life in you. Since we have the same spirit of faith according to what has been written, 'I believed, and so I spoke,' we also believe, and so we also speak, knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence. For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God. So we do not lose heart. Though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed day by day. For this slight momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal. - 2 Corinthians 4:5-18
28 comments:
I will be praying especially hard for you, Amy...for peace and comfort during these procedures and for encouraging results as well. God bless you.
April in Rolla, MO
Praying without ceasing ... thanks for the update.
We will lift your name up to the throne of God seeking His favor and healing power.
Uncle Cliff and Aunt Karen
Prayers sent!
We are praying for you, Amy! We have not stopped and we won't. Hang in there and keep trusting the One who loves you so!
Thanks, Brandon, for the update and letting us know specifically what our family can pray for.
Kim
Heavenly Father I lift Amy up before your throne, please heal her. Please give her comfort and answers. And comfort Brandon during this time.
Amen.
(praying!!)
All of my daily trials seem so insignificant compared to my sister in Christ, Amy.
I am praying. I put on a special bracelet to wear it says pray without ceasing. It is in honor of Amy. I will pray for her everytime I look down at it.
I pray for healing for Amy.
I will continue to pray for you each and every day.....Livi's grandma ("Gigi").
Brandon, thank you for the update on Amy. Amy, we are continuing to pray for you and have specifics to pray for tonight and the next days. May God touch, comfort, and give you rest and peace. We are praying. Grandpa Ed and Grandma Linda
Lifting you and your family in prayer tonight. May the Lord grant you healing.
Nancy in St. Louis
Amy and Brandon;
We too will make this a special matter of prayer. Thank you for letting us know.
Love to you all,
Don and Lilan
Praying as always! Thanks for the update, Brandon.
~ Amber
Amy, Brandon, & Gary,
We are still praying for you every single day. God bless you!!!!!!!!
Love,
Karen & Joe
Praying in Arkansas...
Love and hugs,
Diane
Amy is always in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there and hope the tests go smoothly! love, nancy
I will be praying for your dear family more than ever during this time. May the Lord bless you with His perfect peace in the midst of this. In Him-Heather
Still praying for all of you!
Laurie
I am praying for you, Amy!
Your faith, courage, and grace
are a reflection of the Father.
Hang on to His almighty hand;
He will never leave you or
forsake you. Upholding you
and your precious family in
prayer....
Lois from MD
CAme by this morning to pray for dear Amy, I pray for comfort for her and for the Dr.s wisdom in handling these problems she is having.
Father please touch Amy's body today in a way only you can do. We know you are the great physician Lord and you do still perform miracles. I pray she feels the warmth of you today.
I will pray. Thank you for giving an update, Brandon. I've never met you or Amy but found out about you through another blog. I've been keeping up on Amy's updates and praying for you all.
Praying for healing, wisdom for the docs, and strength for your day.
Love,
Amy Fedeli
Praying for you Amy, and for you too Brandon.
d
Praying.
You are prayed for in Central Texas. Please pass on a gentle hug and my love.
Praying that Amy's lungs would clear up soon and that the infections and fever would be gone in Jesus' name. May God's peace be with Amy as well during these tests. I've been praying for complete healing and restoration--thanks for the update Brandon. God bless you during this time.
Carol Mahan
Brandon, Amy & Gary,
Prayers being said today and tomorrow for these specific tests. I am always praying for Amy's earthly healing and comfort as well!
Saying lots of prayers that the test tomorrow goes well and the results are good!
Lois
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