Tues. 9-22 Emily had her CT scan and pet scan today. Wow what a relief. It was a piece of cake according to her. They had told her the pet scan would take 45 minutes of complete stillness... it took 11 minutes. It still took some time because she had to drink the glucose and then wait 45 minutes, but that too was easy. Apparently when you are tiny like Emily, it takes much less time! She had gone prepared to use a relaxant pill and didn't need it. The CT scan was head, neck, and torso, and they shot some dye into her IV to see contrast, and that burned a little, but was very tolerable. Once again, the nurses were wonderful and kind! Thanks for all your prayers, they are certainly working!
Next step is more medical tests in college town on Thurs. so she doesn't have to come home. They are a pulmonary test and muga scan. I agree... what in the world is a muga? Well the pulmonary test is just where she blows into a tube to test her respiratory function, and a muga is basically a scan of her heart. Both are noninvasive. They want to be sure there are no pre-existing conditions, and then have a baseline of current functions to use as reference going through chemo. Then on Friday of this week, she will have the bone marrow biopsy test and port installed, all done at the same time. The port is the devise that is installed under her skin that all blood work and chemo goes through. It will be on the left side of her neck right above her collar bone. Everyone tells us this becomes her new best friend! No more poking needles! Once again, keep the prayers coming, we feel them every moment every day!
Emily's favorite verse: "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11).
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Hey Emily! The port WILL be your best friend...and everyone else's too! You are doing great--attitude is truly half the battle and sounds like you and your family, not to mention the hundreds of friends all have that one covered. So hang in there and know we are all thinking of you and praying for your strength and wellness. And, special hugs for mom and dad--we love you guys! Stephanie & Clan.
ReplyDeletePRAYING lots of prayers for you guys! Sounds like Emily has a fantastic attitude-I will be praying for that to continue. I am sorry I am not there to give you a big hug Anita! Hang in there!
ReplyDeleteHello, Emily's mom! This is Blake's cousin (Tyler's sister), Ashlee. I am so glad that you and Emily are keeping us all updated through this blog. Our family loves Emily so much, and I am praying for her and your family as she goes through this battle. What a great person you have raised. Praying!
ReplyDeleteWow. Medicine is so amazing. Emily, you are so strong and seem to have the right attitude for all this. What an example you are to others! Anita & Jim ~ am sending big hugs to you to let you know your friends are here for you. Prayers, prayers, prayers to you all. Love you guys.
ReplyDeletePraying for Emily and your family everyday!!! :)) Molly Gates
ReplyDeleteEmily you are amazing! Kicking butt and taking names with the whole thing. Way to go. You're in my thoughts and prayer, of course, but I know it's going to be just fine in the end. You're an inspiration!!!!
ReplyDelete- Meghan Cohoon
Hey Sellers Fam!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say I LOVE YOU ALL! My prayers are with you 24/7 and I am so very glad you are doing this blog so I can keep up with everything asap! I felt bad calling everyone every day saying "whats new with em?" haha Love you all dearly! xoxo I know that everything is going to be perfectly fine, no doubt!
Lots and Lots of LOVE,
Taylor Brandwein
Hi, Emily's Mom. I am so glad you opted to blog about Emily's treatment, etc. Our family just loves her and are praying for your entire family. Now I don't have to pester my sister for updates and it's not quite as scary when you know what you're dealing with. Thank you for the detailed reports. Blake's Aunt Pam
ReplyDeleteJim and Anita and sweet Emily - Oh, what a journey you have begun. Know that we are all thinking of and lifting you up in prayer plus rejoicing with each bit of good news. Even though we don't have this exact experience, we want to help you in anyway possible --please know that we are available. Molly's first reaction to the news was "She is so strong headed - she will never let this get her down!" Sounds like her words are ringing true! Taking each day one at a time, asking for answers, and praying fervently is God's way of building your faith. Hang in there Sellars family!! Anita - thanks for the blog - perfect way to communicate
ReplyDeleteMike and Carolyn Gates