Brief Update on Dick Carlson

by Dianne

As you know, Dick had his hemoglobin checked yesterday to see if he is still making his own blood and if the report was good we'd be heading home today. The news was not good. His hemoglobin dropped from 8.8 a week ago Monday to 7.7 yesterday. A sure indication that once again he is seeping blood. Rick and his dad are on their way to Corpus, as I write this, so Dick can get 3 more units.

If there are no adverse reactions, we head for home on Thursday. He has an appointment scheduled for April 19 with the liver specialist and oncologist at Henry Ford in Detroit. That is the earliest they can get him in. He will see his family doctor until then to keep a check on his hemoglobin.

Thank you friends and family for your continued prayers for Dick and Lucille. Will keep you posted.

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