Merry Christmas Update - from the Adventure

Here we are, almost at the end of the 1st med cycle (7 days of meds, 3 weeks recuperate) and will start another cycle next Tuesday. Can't say I have noticed any difference that the meds are making, but can say there was a great difference last night!

I was laying in bed and I called Sharon to check out my swollen left foot. For those that don't know, I have had a continual case of gout since the 2nd week of October. Docs were hesitant at first to give me anything for it, but eventually caved and started me on 2 medications to prevent my body from manufacturing excessive uric acid (cause of gout) and another to help be get rid of uric acid, both minimal doses as both can cause a negative reaction with bone marrow, which is certainly something I don't need right now. They pointed out that they could not do anything about quantities of red blood cells that would be dying in my blood stream (because of the medication) and causing uric acid. Along about Dec 10th, it seemed the gout was beginning to subside, but on the 15th came back with a vengence, big toe, left foot, needless to say I was not experiencing the joys of the Christmas Spirit. OK...OK..back to my story, like I said I called Sharon to check the size that my foot had swollen to, she said it did not feel feverish, but sure was swollen.......

I got up this morning, no swelling, no pain, no stiffness in either foot, excited, I told Sharon and she simply said well I prayed last night as I was looking at it. After doing a quick little Texas two-step with her and heartfelt thanks to our Heavenly Father, I proceeded to do the dog chores (with her help) and was able to get around just fine.

Still feeling tired and washed out, some sores in the mouth and some minor fungal infections, all were expected and am taking drugs to help my immune system fight off the bad guys, but what a blessing to have feet not hurting! Docs don't expect to see much change in blood counts till after the 3rd cycle, but one bright spot, I did not need a transfusion last Tuesday, 1st time in 3 weeks :), so for now it's a continual cycle of supplements and products from the juicer. I am not supposed to go anyplace where I could pick up a bug or be around people with colds or flu.......that's a trick for the Holiday Season.

I wish you all the most blessed and happy of holiday seasons. Remember wise men still seek Him!