Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Platelet count

Forgot to mention platelet count, and I know a lot of you have that question on your mind. It is still oscillating between 70's to the 100's. But it went below the set up threshold of 75 twice in the last 2-3 days, so they did transfuse him with a unit of platelets each time. As of 2 AM today, the platelet count is at 76. They will give him more platelets prior and during surgery if required. But the surgeon quoted she is a "dry surgeon" and has a reputation for doing her procedures without shedding a single drop of blood! She said every patient she gets is in a fragile state and she's used to doing 1000's of procedures like this. She's actually a Head & Neck oncology surgeon and is the head of the department. Thank God for the great team here at City of Hope! Nook is getting the best doctors!
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  1. SueApril 18, 2012 at 11:02 AM

    Thanks for the update Sangeetha, we are praying for Nook- Sue and Koti

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  2. AditiApril 18, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    So glad he is in good hands. It truly helps to know he is getting the best possible care and treatment. Please post again when the procedure is complete, will be waiting. All the best Nook! It is only going to get better now.

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  3. ShirinApril 18, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    Dear Sangeetha, thank you for the updates. Praying for Nook to heal quickly. You are such an amazing person. Read from your earlier post that you got some rest. Glad:) May you always preserve your strength, your positivity, and your light heartlessness. Your comments are interspersed with thankfulness for the staff, doctors, your friends...what a lovely spirit you have. God bless you and your wonderful family. Lots and lots of love, Shirin and Anjay

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