Low Immune System

Mary Jo at Dr Casey's office

Mary Jo had her 18th of 33 radiation treatments today so she is now more than half way through this important phase of treatment. She has a little skin sensitivity and redness but nothing severe at the radiation field sites.

"I feel like a bandit"

We are still waiting to hear the results from the last blood test performed at MOPA.   Mary Jo's neutriphils and white blood cell counts were both well below where they should be at this point in her treatment.  Both stats are in the very low range. Dr Gall is researching whether this could be the direct result of a combination of the medications having a negative effect on her bodies white blood cells and Mary Jo’s infection fighting capabilities. Mary Jo has been advised by her doctors to be cautious around crowds and people with symptoms of a cold or flu as her immune system is still compromised.

Opie does his part to help his Mama

Hello MJ