It's Gonna Be A Fight!!!!

We went to the BMT unit today and as I promised I am updating, just wish I had better news! It was confirmed that GVHD(Graft VS Host Disease) is in his esophogus. So he has it in his eyes, mouth and esophogus. We discussed about it being in his lungs and he had to spit in a cup to test what he is coughing up(sorry so gross, but you really haven't heard anything yet) They tested that and did a chest x-ray. The test came back positive for bacteria and they have him on another, stronger antibiotic and albuterol inhaler. The plan to get rid of the GVHD is this, up on his immune suppression meds and on a strong steroid for a month and will then analize his condition after the month has passed. This is the first step to get the GVHD under control, if it is not taken control of, it is fatal. So the steroid is a must unfortunately! This steroid is NOT a fun drug for anyone that is going to be around him! It drove me and the kids crazy last time he was on it. So if you see him in the next month, be aware that he is not "himself". Please pray this works and takes care of most of the GVHD problems. Pray for him and me while he is on these steroids, we are gonna need it! This is a total different battle, so all of you that have taken him off your prayer lists at church, please put him back on it. We love you and thank you for hanging in here with us!!! Hugs and kisses and God Bless All of You! Alyce