September 1, 2013

When SD had his counts checked on August 22 we were a bit surprised that they were almost exactly the same (some slightly lower) as they were two weeks previously. He'd been on half doses for those two weeks, so we were a little anxious during the week leading up to his clinic visit last Friday (August 30).

During that week, SD remained healthy, and on clinic day his counts made up for any lack the week before - they haven't been this high in a long time! His dose of methotrexate was slightly increased for now, but he is to remain on a half dose of 6-MP at least until his next count check in two weeks.

The results of the metabolites testing came back good, meaning that even while on the lower doses, enough 6-MP is making it to SD's system to stay within the goal range for a good outcome. From what I understand, dosages are determined by height and weight and the ideal is for him to take the full dose as often as his system can handle it; since I can't even remember the last time he was able to take a full dose, we are praising God that less appears to be enough.

We are in the midst of a steroid pulse (through Wednesday morning); extra prayers for grace are always appreciated during this time. :)

Here are some pictures taken since our last update; we took a trip to Wisconsin and the U.P., belatedly celebrated a birthday, and took a trip to Mackinac Island - fun and busy times!