Debbie Updates

August 14
The last couple of weeks have been trying. We have been up & down the highway regularly. Preston developed a stomach ache that persisted for a week. The day he was scoped to take a look, the pain went away and has not returned. Then about 10 days ago he started to itch and it progressed to a generalized rash. It looks like hives. The doctors are concerned about Graft verses Host Disease (GVHD). This can affect any organ including the stomach and skin. They are running test and the preliminary results point to an allergic reaction. He started several anti-itch drugs and they stopped one of the antibiotics to see if this will help. He thinks the itching is subsiding. No signs of GVHD so far. His blood work looks good & his energy level is improving. We go back on Mon. for a recheck. We are enjoying watching the Olympics at home and cheer for USA!!