Saturday, June 7, 2008

Decreased Blasts

The results are in! Brenan's bone marrow biopsy revealed that the chemotherapy is indeed working and the presence of lymphoblasts (cancer) went from 80% down to 2%. And I'm sure that last 2% is well on its way to being dead and gone! The doctor said, pending a blood test on Sunday to see if his blood count is at a good level, that Brenan will soon be released from the hospital. He's even throwing out words such as "remission." But let's not get ahead of ourselves. We're all just so happy that Brenan's body is responding so well to treatment.

If and when Brenan gets released from the hospital, he'll most likely continue outpatient chemotherapy for a short time. We're not sure what the next step is from here but as soon as we talk to the doctor tomorrow, we'll let you know what the plan is!

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

hey there brenan, hope all is well & better! sorry, but i thought i left a comment over a week ago! oh well i guess mexicans and computers dont mix too well!!! well wish you the best and all our love. Jr Martinez & Family

Anonymous said...

Brenan! The news from the doctor is GREAT! You are one tough dude!
Get the heck outta that place. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers. Love, Drew and Lindsay

Anonymous said...

HALLELUYAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We are just thrilled to hear the news!! We love the blog and look at it often to see any updates. We love you you and Jess so much!
Love, Uncle Ran and Aunt Dee

Anonymous said...

Yeah!!! Congratulations on doing so well, Brenan! Keep it up and get the rest of that nonsense out of you. We can’t wait to see you flying those whirly birds again. You’re still in our prayers. See you soon, Hank & Deb