DAY 14 - THURSDAY

February 5, 2009: Today Jill received a phone call requesting her to go for a final Chest X-Ray. She is officially cleared to go home.
There are a lot of restrictions she will have to follow for at least one year. The first three months are the most dangerous as far as catching any viruses or infections. She will be tired and will have to recognize her limits. She has to avoid large crowds for at least 3 months She cannot go to restaurants, or malls, movie theaters or anywhere that has heavy traffic. Mask and gloves are to be worn when going to a clinic for blood draws or hospitals.
There will not be daily blogs from here on in, but there will be updates about what she is experiencing and what new developments occur. She will keep everyone informed about any changes she has for the good and any setbacks that might occur. Any new tests that are ordered will be posted with results.
Remember she is not on any medication for her MS. She is only on medications for the stem cell transplant.
I am sure she will have physical therapy to help rebuild muscles and improve balance.
Thanks for your love and support.
Love,
Doreen

DAY 13 - WEDNESDAY

February 4, 2009: Jill is still coughing but it has changed to a looser cough instead of dry one. Her breathing is much better though. She saw Dr Burt at 4:30 p m after having her blood drawn in the lab. He seemed very pleased with her in spite of the RSV. He asked her if she noticed any difference from before the transplant and now and she did say that she feels stronger and isn't as tired, which is amazing for a person with MS. Most of the time being exhausted is part of their every day routine.
I don't know if I am imagining it or not , but I think that she is speaking better. Her speech is not as delayed and she is thinking clearer. I know it is much too early to tell.
Love
Doreen