Anonymous
03/07/2025 16:27
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:My count (49M) was near there when I had Lyme disease.
Prayers for the child.
My little sister had a friend in 4th grade die of leukemia and it was horrific. A few days before she passed she told her mom and dad not to worry. She told them to cherish their time here with each other and her sister and that she would see them on the other side. She was dying and what was on her mind was her family's mental health. This was 35 years ago and it still puts tears down my face. She was 9.
Honestly, these stories are not helpful.
Agree
Two Karens in one thread. What are the odds?
Anonymous
03/07/2025 15:52
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:My count (49M) was near there when I had Lyme disease.
Prayers for the child.
My little sister had a friend in 4th grade die of leukemia and it was horrific. A few days before she passed she told her mom and dad not to worry. She told them to cherish their time here with each other and her sister and that she would see them on the other side. She was dying and what was on her mind was her family's mental health. This was 35 years ago and it still puts tears down my face. She was 9.
Honestly, these stories are not helpful.
Agree
Anonymous
03/07/2025 14:42
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:My count (49M) was near there when I had Lyme disease.
Prayers for the child.
My little sister had a friend in 4th grade die of leukemia and it was horrific. A few days before she passed she told her mom and dad not to worry. She told them to cherish their time here with each other and her sister and that she would see them on the other side. She was dying and what was on her mind was her family's mental health. This was 35 years ago and it still puts tears down my face. She was 9.
Bawling. So wise beyond her years.
Anonymous
03/07/2025 14:41
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:My count (49M) was near there when I had Lyme disease.
Prayers for the child.
My little sister had a friend in 4th grade die of leukemia and it was horrific. A few days before she passed she told her mom and dad not to worry. She told them to cherish their time here with each other and her sister and that she would see them on the other side. She was dying and what was on her mind was her family's mental health. This was 35 years ago and it still puts tears down my face. She was 9.
Honestly, these stories are not helpful.
Anonymous
03/07/2025 14:40
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Any updates, OP?
A childrens hospital today diagnosed AML leukemia. I'm not sure if they could test bone marrow or tissue same day, so I'm not sure if this is a preliminary diagnosis or for certain. Parents are devastated but hopeful.
Friend is not sure how to coordinate a second opinion on best treatment, and from where. Does the current hospital oncologist reach out to a facility or doctor of parent's choice at their request? And where/who would be best to chose for it? Who is the best for children's leukemia?
Children's Fairfax for a second opinion if there is time. A good friend's son was treated there and considering the circumstances had a good experience. He is ok now.
Anonymous
03/07/2025 14:39
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Any updates, OP?
A childrens hospital today diagnosed AML leukemia. I'm not sure if they could test bone marrow or tissue same day, so I'm not sure if this is a preliminary diagnosis or for certain. Parents are devastated but hopeful.
Friend is not sure how to coordinate a second opinion on best treatment, and from where. Does the current hospital oncologist reach out to a facility or doctor of parent's choice at their request? And where/who would be best to chose for it? Who is the best for children's leukemia?
This is very well meaning but the hospital has a dedicated care coordinator who helps guide parents in this process. Don’t try to crowdsource a healthcare plan on the limited info you have, just be the friend and provide emotional support.
Last time I sat back with a relative with an aggressive cancer treated at an unnamed DC hospital, rang bell, had no idea how terminal it was (I knew it was) - they died, sort of unexpectedly, from an incredibly common cancer. now I have less trust
? I don’t understand.
Anonymous
03/07/2025 13:47
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Any updates, OP?
A childrens hospital today diagnosed AML leukemia. I'm not sure if they could test bone marrow or tissue same day, so I'm not sure if this is a preliminary diagnosis or for certain. Parents are devastated but hopeful.
Friend is not sure how to coordinate a second opinion on best treatment, and from where. Does the current hospital oncologist reach out to a facility or doctor of parent's choice at their request? And where/who would be best to chose for it? Who is the best for children's leukemia?
This is very well meaning but the hospital has a dedicated care coordinator who helps guide parents in this process. Don’t try to crowdsource a healthcare plan on the limited info you have, just be the friend and provide emotional support.
Last time I sat back with a relative with an aggressive cancer treated at an unnamed DC hospital, rang bell, had no idea how terminal it was (I knew it was) - they died, sort of unexpectedly, from an incredibly common cancer. now I have less trust
Anonymous
03/07/2025 13:24
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Me again- posted before I saw diagnosis. Sucks.
I'm picturing your friend's child healing in pure bright light and going on to live a full life with a beautiful child of their own.
I'm picturing your friend's child healing in pure bright light and going on to live a full life with a beautiful child of their own.
Anonymous
03/07/2025 13:20
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
My count (49M) was near there when I had Lyme disease.
Prayers for the child.
My little sister had a friend in 4th grade die of leukemia and it was horrific. A few days before she passed she told her mom and dad not to worry. She told them to cherish their time here with each other and her sister and that she would see them on the other side. She was dying and what was on her mind was her family's mental health. This was 35 years ago and it still puts tears down my face. She was 9.
Prayers for the child.
My little sister had a friend in 4th grade die of leukemia and it was horrific. A few days before she passed she told her mom and dad not to worry. She told them to cherish their time here with each other and her sister and that she would see them on the other side. She was dying and what was on her mind was her family's mental health. This was 35 years ago and it still puts tears down my face. She was 9.
Anonymous
03/07/2025 04:04
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Any updates, OP?
A childrens hospital today diagnosed AML leukemia. I'm not sure if they could test bone marrow or tissue same day, so I'm not sure if this is a preliminary diagnosis or for certain. Parents are devastated but hopeful.
Friend is not sure how to coordinate a second opinion on best treatment, and from where. Does the current hospital oncologist reach out to a facility or doctor of parent's choice at their request? And where/who would be best to chose for it? Who is the best for children's leukemia?
This is very well meaning but the hospital has a dedicated care coordinator who helps guide parents in this process. Don’t try to crowdsource a healthcare plan on the limited info you have, just be the friend and provide emotional support.
Anonymous
03/06/2025 21:54
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
My kid’s count was that high with Kawasaki Disease. Spent 17 days in the hospital because it took them so long to figure out what it was
Anonymous
03/06/2025 21:33
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Any updates, OP?
A childrens hospital today diagnosed AML leukemia. I'm not sure if they could test bone marrow or tissue same day, so I'm not sure if this is a preliminary diagnosis or for certain. Parents are devastated but hopeful.
Friend is not sure how to coordinate a second opinion on best treatment, and from where. Does the current hospital oncologist reach out to a facility or doctor of parent's choice at their request? And where/who would be best to chose for it? Who is the best for children's leukemia?
Anonymous
03/06/2025 21:28
Subject: Re:White Blood Cells 40,000
Anonymous wrote:Thinking of your friend. And sending all the hope in the world.
thank you so much
Anonymous
03/06/2025 18:44
Subject: White Blood Cells 40,000
Any updates, OP?
Anonymous
03/06/2025 17:19
Subject: Re:White Blood Cells 40,000
Thinking of your friend. And sending all the hope in the world.