The doctor came in this morning with some great news for Patrick. They found he does have a specific gene in his make up that has been shown to create positive results for AML patients. Many patients with the gene have gone into remission after the first round of chemo treatments (so approximately 6 months for Patrick) and have stayed in remission. This is news we've all been hoping to hear, and could be the most important news we've received regarding his prognosis. One step closer to the face-kicking AML deserves for messing with Patrick!
Patrick is still doing well physically. He just started today's chemo and is starting to get a little bit more fatigued, but is still looking forward to and expecting more visitors today. Hopefully we can expect more of the same throughout the rest of the treatment!
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I am so glad to hear this! let the face kicking begin! :)...
ReplyDeleteGreat news. I plan on visiting on Wed. While you're kicking leukemia in the face, go ahead and kick it in the ass for good measure.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Praise the Lord!
ReplyDeletePatrick...So sorry to hear this news!
ReplyDeleteWe all know you are a fighter and you WILL whip this!!
You stay strong and keep that wonderful smile of yours....
Ok....This post is GREAT news!!!
ReplyDeleteI am talking the news of this CRAPY cancer!!!
Sounds to me like thing's are in your favor...like one of your sisters said the McDonalds have great genes :)
Good news this early in the fight is always encouraging. We're thinking about you and praying for you Patrick. Keep up the fight and your spirit and you'll be through this in no time. Hope we can come visit in the next couple of weeks. There's nothing like a moody teenager and a PSP-obsessed 9 year old to brighten your day. Rock on!
ReplyDeleteThat's great news! Kick it in the nads too, Patrick!
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