Friday, March 27, 2009
The Bone Marrow Biopsy
Yesterday, Dr. Lindgren tried to get a sample of my bone marrow. When he had trouble getting the needle to pierce the bone, he concluded that he needed to have me come back and do that under anesthesia. Before that can happen, he needed more blood, a chest x-ray, and an EKG. When he ran the EKG, it printed across the top: sinus rhythm - QRS(T) contour abnormality - consider inferior myocardial damage. I'm not sure exactly what that means, but I am now scheduled for a treadmill "stress test" next Tuesday. I may then need to see a cardiologist before I can get the bone marrow biopsy. I still have the PET (Positron Emission Tomography) scan and several other scans on Monday. Dr. Lindgren is trying to get me on the schedule for his Thursday meeting with other oncologists to present them with as much of my case as possible to get their input.
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Owen
ReplyDeleteWe just found out moments ago through a mutual friend. Saying I’m deeply saddened doesn’t come close to what I’m feeling as I read your blog. However, your upbeat attitude and your abiding faith are a great encouragement to both Char and I.
Yes, we will be following your updates and praying specifically from it.
Hope we have a chance to spend some time together in the near future.
Blessings, Jim