First of all, we seriously can't thank everyone for the support & prayers we have gotten since hearing the news of Mia's relapse yesterday. They say it takes a village and that's what will help her kick cancer's ass for good. As devastating as this is, we are trying to be positive and stay strong for Mia and the boys.
The Good News:
1. There is no mass in her chest which is what she had when she was originally diagnosed.
2. There is no cancer in her spinal fluid and was confirmed by pathology tonight.
3. Her heart is functioning well and can handle the upcoming chemo regimen.
4. She hasn't had any fevers yet.
5. She is home for the weekend unless she spikes a fever.
6. Her vitals are stable.
The Rest of the News:
1. She had a bone marrow biopsy this morning and it is confirmed that Mia's leukemia is back. (Her survival rate went from 80-85% to 40-50%)
2. She will receive 2-3 months of inpatient chemo at CHOP in Philadelphia.
3. The goal is to get her back in remission, then proceed into transplant.
4. She will also receive radiation at UPENN and eventually a bone marrow transplant.
5. Unfortunately, Logan most likely will not be a good match because of his chromosomal abnormality.
6. Ryan will be tested within the next week; siblings have a 25% chance of being a match.
7. Please keep an eye out for a Bone Marrow Drive in Howell for Mia.
Mia will be admitted Monday morning for port surgery. Once she's out of recovery, she will be admitted to the oncology floor and will begin day 1 of this first cycle. We will be updating everyone on here and Facebook every step of the way. We truly can't express how appreciative we are for everything!
