Need prayers please

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Specializes in Family Practice.

Hi guys,

My 17 year old son was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia on 1/18. The prognosis is very good, but the induction phase of chemo is pure hell! He's already lost 20 pounds and was diagnosed today with C Diff. If he loses any more weight, may need to consider a feeding tube. We are very hopeful for a quick remission, so any kind thoughts and prayers would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

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Specializes in Med Surge, Tele, Oncology, Wound Care.

I work in Oncology and I know that induction period can be just awful. I will pray for you and your family.

Also make sure everyone around your son is washing their hands. Depending on his counts and when Nadir hits he can be at high risk for an opportunistic infection.

I send you hugs too :)

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Specializes in Peri-op/Sub-Acute ANP.

So sorry. Wishing you and your family the very best.

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Hang in there. Hang in there.

We're thinking of you and sending strength for him to hold on.

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Specializes in LTC, rehab, medical review.

You and your son will be in my prayers. Wishing the best.

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Specializes in Family Practice.

Thank you all. His ANC was 0 all this week. Today when we went back he was up to 700 so things are looking up...

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Specializes in Hospital Education Coordinator.

Warm thoughts coming your way--------------

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My thoughts are with you as well.....

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My prayers are with you, your son and family.

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May God bless your son and give your family patience and strength. I will pray for him and your family. Best wishes.

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Specializes in Home health was tops, 2nd was L&D.

Prayers for you, your son, family and all his caregivers

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Specializes in Oncology, LTC.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all! Keep up those ANC and WBCs!!!!!

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