Although Ezra is not yet off his immunosuppressant medications, his doctor decided to re-test his donor chimerism. The good news is that the percentage of donor cells went from 3% to 5%. Not enough to feel any real sense of relief, but we are hoping and praying that this small increase is a sign that the donor cells are still capable of growing. At the very least, the donor cells are still present and where there are cells, there is still hope. And a little hope goes a very long way. If these donor cells want to take their time growing, we'll have all the patience in the world, as long as they keep growing. Thank you all for your prayers - here's proof that they are working. Please keep it up - Ezra needs you!
Ezra also got his game back - his basketball game, that is. He likes to shoot hoops with a "real" basketball hoop with Daddy's assistance. Our Little Tikes hoop just won't do. Since the park is off limits, our friends Randi and Arnie have graciously granted Ezra an open invitation to play b-ball with the hoop in their driveway. Game on!
We love seeing Ezra's smiling face having such a good time. Keep growing donor cells!
ReplyDeleteendless prayers.
ReplyDeleteThat is great news, keeping Ezra in our prayers always.
ReplyDeletePraying for you! Glad to see him having fun ;)
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear there is hope. Hope keeps us going. I am always amazed at how great Ezra looks and he seems happy. Thoughts and prayers to you always. And way to go Ezra for leading the cause that could save 50 lives. You are one important kid!
ReplyDeleteAs always you have our most positive thoughts for Ezra - that's great news - here's to more growth!! : ) Teisha
ReplyDeletecontinued growth of new cells Yeah. happy and healthy new year
ReplyDeleteShana tova
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