Maggie was admitted Tuesday morning for the first treatment in a new chemo course. The protocol is similar to the previous one at Batson – she’ll be getting chemo every two weeks and will be in-patient for 48 hours. This admission has been smooth though not without a few issues. Accessing of her port was attempted without success. A chest x-ray failed to show a detectable problem. The port has shifted some (Maggie reported feeling this) but still looked like it was ready for use. Instead of a repeat attempt, Maggie chose to have an IV in the arm – an option for these current chemo drugs. The plan is to repeat the attempt prior to the next treatment in two weeks.
Maggie experienced significant nausea Tuesday and some neuropathy – although it seemed to be bearable. Once these two side effects were controlled, she rested and continues to rest better. Related to the liver distress, she is retaining an uncomfortable and worrisome amount of fluid in her abdomen and legs. As swelling continues to increase, the decision was made to try several things to reduce fluid. Discontinuing constant IV fluids (required during chemo), a dose of Lasix, compression hose and leg elevation should alleviate it some. Quick response to chemo remains the answer to stopping this problem, among others, at its source. That’s our prayer.
The plan right now is discharge after chemo completion – somewhere around 6:00 pm this evening. This may change as we plan around the administration of Lasix. We look forward to returning to home soon. Maggie will have blood work in Hattiesburg to avoid a trip to Jackson next week. Her next admission for chemo will be Monday, June 11.
Thank you to your overwhelming support for us during our need to make fast but critical decisions regarding care, celebrating Maggie’s Birthday, transitioning to treatment at Batson, and coming to terms with new challenges. Maggie is staying strong – our girl is brave – but anxiety, quite naturally, rears its head from time to time. Your prayers and words of encouragement help get us through.
I’ll continue to update regularly.
While my words fail me sometimes- praise God HIS word never fails. I love y’all and pray continually. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit” Rom 15:13❤️????
Praying for you Maggie❤️❤️❤️
Praying for the Hanberry’s this afternoon. Especially praying for God’s healing upon Maggie and for His peace, power and presence to overwhelm you all.
Continuing to pray for you all! Praying for less side effects and speedy results!
Still praying fervently….
Prayers as you navigate the unknown.
Praying continually for Maggie’s healing and for comfort and strength for her and your family. “The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you . . . .” Deut. 31:8.
Praying for understanding that only God can give ????????????????????????
Praying!
Prayers continually for all
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Love and prayers … continually.
Prayers going up????????Sending hugs to all!
Prayers for you guys and for those new chemo drugs to take effect fast!—Maggie needs those warriors in the house! ❤️
Prayers are continuing being said for you and your family. We don’t understand why certain illnesses or tragedies happen but God is in control. Your faith and determination has touched more people than you probably even know about!!!
Love and prayers for all.
Psalm 68:19 NLT
Praise the Lord; praise God our Savior! For each day He carries us in His arms.
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea.” Praying for healing, for strength, for endurance, and for comfort! Praising God for His perfect plan and His sovereignty over all situations!!! Love and continued prayers! ❤️
Praying for peace and comfort Maggie!
Praying for my sweet cousins????❤️ Love you so much!!
I pray for Maggie and all of you. She is quite a fighter and determined. May the Lord bless you and your family.
Praying for God to give peace of mind, and for relief from the fluid!!!
Praying for God to supply comfort and peace that surpasses all understanding for sweet Maggie and each of you.
Praying