Tuesday +13 (12:30 PM)

Well, I'm a little late updating the blog tonight.

Not a great deal to report. Jackie had a CT scan today to check for fluid on her lungs. The scan showed a small amount, but nothing that greatly worries the docs.

She was tired today due to her low RBC count. She continues to have problems with fluid buildup but it seems to be getting better.

A good part of the time her lower legs hurt a great deal. It is often difficult to sit on the side of the bed or sit in a chair. Jackie I think discovered the problem on her own. She says that since the donor was a 29 year old male her legs must be getting longer. The pain is coming from her legs lengthening:) She is thrilled :)

I spoke to the doc today about the stem cell conversion process. Since the process cures autoimmune diseases Jackie would have also been cured of any arthritis problems she might have had. If stem cell transplantation ever becomes "safe" it could be used as a possible cure for rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune type diseases.

Until later.

Bruce and Jackie
From Rochester, MN