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It Starts, 1st Day of Chemo 12-6-25

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Here we go! We arrived at The University of Washington Medical Center at 8 am this morning. After getting settled in the room, nurse Erin took R’s vitals and some blood for testing. The chemo drip (called Fludarabine) started at 12:30 pm. He’ll get the same chemo tomorrow and the next day followed by 2 days of a much more intensive one (Melphalan) the final 2 days. That’s the one that will probably cause diarrhea and vomiting plus open sores in his moth, throat and GI tract. Stem cells go in on December 12th. He’s in great spirits. My hero! Thanks to Marsha Krone for the pillowcase. 🫶🏼

I told a friend that the belly in the pic is all spleen and she said she thought it was all Christmas cookies. 😬

13 responses to “It Starts, 1st Day of Chemo 12-6-25”

  1. Debra Dedic Avatar
    Debra Dedic

    May God bless and watch over you through this ordeal. Prayer for successful transplant and many years of healthy living!!

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  2. Kim Elizabeth Avatar
    Kim Elizabeth

    You’ve got this!!! Keep us posted!!

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    1. dianajnoble Avatar
      dianajnoble

      I promise to share updates as we move through the ups and downs of this journey. We look forward to less downs and more ups in the future!

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  3. Jill Hutchison Avatar
    Jill Hutchison

    The socks!!! And the t-shirt and the pillowcase! Way to bring the party no matter the occasion! 😘🥰😎

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  4. Tom Hilger Avatar
    Tom Hilger

    I took this same journey in July 2024. You are in great hands at Fred Hutch.

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    1. dianajnoble Avatar
      dianajnoble

      Everyone has been like an angel here. They are incredible both in know-how and compassion. We want for nothing!

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  5. Shelley LewisLeander Avatar
    Shelley LewisLeander

    thanks for the update. We are pulling for you Russ! Sending you hugs and love!
    jim and Shelley leander.

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    1. dianajnoble Avatar
      dianajnoble

      Waiting for the day we can go to Bend to see you again. Love, D.

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  6. Lin Russell Avatar
    Lin Russell

    This is the season of miracles and Russ you are s special person who deserves nothing less. Hoping your stem cells will bring you healing.

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    1. dianajnoble Avatar
      dianajnoble

      Your constant virtual hugs are felt by both of us!

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  7. delicatelyfacee018192359 Avatar
    delicatelyfacee018192359

    Send you all of the support in the world. You will pull through this. Sandy and Dennis Barnes

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    1. dianajnoble Avatar
      dianajnoble

      Thank you—I treasure your friendship.

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  8. jeriwilkes Avatar
    jeriwilkes

    Just seeing this now! Hugs and big prayers going up. Hope all is going well and the side effects aren’t too rough. He is in such good hands!

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