Got a call on Thursday telling us the insurance company has approved the transplant. We still need to complete a few more blood tests which have been submitted. On Wednesday we go to UCLA to sign the consent forms, meet with the "Harvesting" team and discuss the process with the lead oncologist. It looks like Steve will begin the stem cell mobilization on Friday(22nd), beginning with cytoxan (chemo), prednisone (AGAIN!!)and anti-nausea drugs. Then on Saturday he starts receiving a daily shot (given by me, woo-hoo!)called neupogen. Neupogen will stimulate stem cell growth and release them into the blood stream for harvesting. Eleven days later they begin the actual harvesting of his stem cells. This will be done daily until they get enough for the transplant. If anything changes we'll let you know. Please pray for God's favor every step of the way!
Love,
Steve & Deanna
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