Magic Drops

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Today was a long day.  It started at 6:30 and we went from place to place at MD Anderson.  Blood, x-rays, consult, paperwork, etc.  But, at about 1:00 today Shawn Jr received his first immunotherapy treatment.  They administered the 2 medicine immunotherapy threatment via an IV drip.  Dr. Hwu called it the “cannon” treatment.  It is aggressive but he thinks Shawn Jr can take it based on his age and overall good health.  It took about 3 hours.  For the first time, he is getting a treatment that (fingers crossed) is actually making him better and not just treating the symptoms of his cancer.  I called it the “magic drops.”  But, I know that the real magic is God’s healing power.  We are praying that God will supernatural intervene and totally heal Shawn.  But, if that is not God’s will, then let us fight through this cancer with the help of this medicine and these wonderful healthcare professionals.  

After his treatment we went by the head and neck center to have the pack on his scalp removed.  He was happy to finally have that thing removed.  

So, in the last 48 hours he has had the drain in his neck removed, the pack on this scalp removed and received his first immunotherapy treatment.  That is huge.  

Walking out of the hospital and getting into our car I felt peaceful and optimistic.  Not sure why.  I know lots of people were praying for Shawn Jr today and maybe God was smiling on us.  

Below is a picture of Shawn getting set up for the treatment (looking annoyed that I am taking a picture).  



This is a picture of a machine they used to find Shawn’s veins.  Super cool. 







Comments

  1. Michelle ParkerApril 10, 2019 at 8:04 PM

    Awesome update!!! Positive thoughts daily for him!! The vein finders are def cool. They had to use one one Aubri when she was in the hospital at 10 months old for a kidney infection.

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  2. Lisa CampbellApril 11, 2019 at 12:39 PM

    This update is great, thank you for sharing. We are praying non stop for your entire family.

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