Yesterday Andrew learned that he is switching to a 3 clinic visits a week schedule! Now, he's not able to leave Baltimore, but it does mean that he won't go into the clinic today or Thursday. It also means that tomorrow - Day #29 - he will have blood drawn to test the percentage of Ross's immune system in his. Andrew also will begin the "Rituxan" treatments. Rituxan is the drug that specifically targets Andrew's type of lymphoma. The idea is that pairing Rituxan with Ross's immune system will knock out the cancer in a way that the Rituxan wasn't able to before when it was working with Andrew's own system.
So tomorrow will be a big day. Previously, Andrew had no adverse reactions to Rituxan. But now it will be interacting with a new immune system so there is a bit - just a bit - of uncertainty. Please pray that the Rituxan treatment tomorrow goes without incident. And continue to pray that they discover that Ross's cells have the upper hand in Andrew's body.
As always we remain so thankful for friends and family near and far. Andrew's mother has been with us, allowing me to travel out and about. Last night, friends from Rwanda now residing in Baltimore, Tambry & Dan Brose, had us over for a second great dinner to rival any local restaurant. This week, the children are under the care of our former fellow, Michelle, and her boyfriend Hyatt, so that my parents can spend time back in Delaware. From the photo we received last night, I am not sure the kids will want us back! Folks are visiting, calling, emailing, and praying unceasingly. We are so blessed.
We are so grateful that you continue to march toward the end of this difficult time and a return to your home and children. We continue to pray for Andrew's full recovery and with you look forward to the time when this is all behind you and no more than a distant memory.
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Martha Ann