Tuesday October 20th

Latest not the greatest....

It has become clear from blood tests,etc that Jord hasn't go into full remission after his first phase of treatment( induction). This happens to about 25% of AML patients - we just didn't think it would be us. Most importantly, this isn't a prognosis changer but certainly a hurdle that we didn't foresee.
Re-induction is another 4-6 weeks in the hospital....An fyi, in Europe it is standard protocol to give two rounds of induction to all AML patients.
Jord is obviously bummed, but he continues to show great resolve!
Please feel free to ask me questions but not Jord....it is hard enough for him to have to answer them ....let alone answer them many times over. His energy is better spent staying positive.
Keep sending the good vibes and positive messages. He needs them!
Thanks and lots of love to you all.
Deb