Cathy in IL Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Tomorrow is the day my 4 year old son starts hydroxyurea to help control his sickle cell. It is a form of oral chemo that I will admiister at home. It shouldn't be a big deal, but there is the possibility of him feeling sick, losing some hair, and the typical negative things associated with chemo. The negative side effects are only likely initially while they adjust his levels. The doctor feels that the benefits will be bigger than any of the side effects. I am hoping to ask the right questions tomorrow and really understand what we are starting. A good friend is watching the baby, and my girls will be at church camp. I will be able to be completely focused on my son and his appointment. I hate that he is sick enough to need this, but I hope it will really work to make him stronger and healthier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug: Cathy, Praying for you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug: Praying here as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonya in sc Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 May the Comforter bring peace and healing to you and yours. Blessings, tonya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
summer Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I am so sorry you all are going through this. (((hugs))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Prayers, prayers and more prayers. Let us know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brindee Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I'm sorry! I'm glad you can be totally focused on him and his needs for that appointment! I will be praying for him and for you! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelli in TN Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I prayed for him and for you just now. Please keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claire in NM Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I am sadden to hear about your son and the difficult time that you all are going through. I also cannot help but know that God will show you some wonderful things...His plans are not to harm you but to give you a hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11) Dear Lord, Thank you for all that You have created us to be. And thank You for loving us so much. It is because we know that You love us that we know we can face many difficult things because You are with us. We do not go through these times alone; You carry us through them. Teach us, like Job, to say, "Thou He slay me, yet will I trust Him." (Job 13:15) We will trust in You. Thank you, Jesus. Amen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in the Kootenays Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diane in CO Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Prayers going up for your son and your family during this difficult time :grouphug: Diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbie Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 God bless you all. Jet:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy loves Bud Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Praying here, Cathy. I hopy you're little man handles it with ease and that you see the results you are hoping for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*anj* Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Oh Cathy, I'm so sorry that your ds has to go through this. But I am so hopeful that these treatments will help him. I'll pray for his health and for your stamina, Mom. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 (((Cathy))) :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mesa Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Cathy, I will be praying for you and your little ds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brigitte Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 The poor baby. I will keep you both in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carpe Diem Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin in Tx Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Oh Cathy, my heart is wrenching for you! I will pray for you and your son's health. Robin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELaurie Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 for you and your ds. ((Cathy)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 {{many hugs and prayer}} My dd is on a (milder, I think) chemo agent as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fourmother Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I had a cousin who suffered from sickle cell, so I know this is really hard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I hate that he is sick enough to need this, but I hope it will really work to make him stronger and healthier. Oh, I hope so! It never ceases to amaze me, what he's gone through ~ what you've gone through. May the Peace that passes all understanding be with you, (((Cathy))). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamturner Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Cathy- I'll be praying for you and your son as you face this difficult time. And that the chemo will have it's intended effect. Grace and peace, Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 My prayers are with you all !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Lifting you all up... :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 wow that would be hard as a mom to give your son something that could make him feel sick etc even if you know it is to help him. He and you are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johanna Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug:praying right now for your family and your son..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handmaiden Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Praying that God's grace will be your comfort... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liza Q Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Oh...I am praying for you and your son - that it will not be too brutal, that the benefits far outweigh the discomforts. {{{{Cathy}}}} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 My heart aches for you -- I can't even imagine. Sending courage to both of you and healing to your son. I hope this treatment will strengthen him even more than you might have expected! Peace, also, to your other children who I know must struggle with all of this as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Praying for you. I know how hard it is to have sick children who are suffering through procedures. I would suggest something little but special for him as a way to help. When I was little and had to travel long distances and with long waits for apppointments and procedures, my mother would always have some good Swiss darkk chocolate for me to make it better. It did. For my children, it was little Matchbox cars. Make your own better memories to supercede the not so good ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in AR Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 (((Cathy))) I'll be praying for you and your son. Please keep us posted as to his progress. You have so much on your plate; I hope that you are doing OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepy Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Oh Cathy. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I'm so sorry. I pray it goes well and the doctors get the doses correct the first time so he won't have the side effects. (((((hugs))))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Atl Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug: We will be thinking of you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 (((((Cathy & ds)))))) I'm praying for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I am so sorry you all are going through this. Bless his little heart, I hope this treatment is successful. Poor little man (and poor momma, too!):grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Cathy, I'm praying for you guys and that the little guy's treatment will be a great success. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs. Readsalot Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Our thoughts and prayers are with you :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam "SFSOM" in TN Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 Hugs, Cathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTMindy Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I am praying for your family!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 I'll pray for your family, and especially your son! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted June 10, 2008 Share Posted June 10, 2008 :grouphug:Lifting your family up in prayer.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doran Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 I wanted you to know that I've been thinking about you and your boy during this first week of chemo for him. Hope you're both doing okay, though I can't imagine it's been a wonderful week for either of you. ((((Cathy)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 Ditto, adding prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DIY-DY Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 You guys are in my prayers this week. {{{hugs}} for all of you. You'll be in our thoughts. Dy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 Yes, We're praying for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 Praying here.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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