Health Update

Kevin DrumDecember 20, 2022 – 8:53 pmDecember 20, 2022 – 9:00 pm6 Comments

This month my M-protein level is up a bit:

These small ups and downs are pretty normal, but naturally I'd just as soon see more downs than ups. Still, as long as I'm below 1.0 things are OK.

That said, I'd sure like the Carvykti people to find a slot for me. There are not a lot of pleasant options left once we decide that the Empliciti is no longer working and needs to be replaced with something else.

6 thoughts on “Health Update”

golack December 20, 2022 – 9:25 pm at

Here's hoping for a really nice Christmas present.

Thanks for sharing
Dana Decker December 20, 2022 – 11:37 pm at

Appreciate your frankness with such a personal issue. I'm sure it helps others with serious health issues to witness someone (you) taking a steady, mature, approach. Something I'd have trouble doing.
bebopman December 21, 2022 – 4:04 am at

Patience. It will work out.
E-6 December 21, 2022 – 7:16 am at

Sending positive vibes your way for an early new year Carvykti slot!
Heysus December 21, 2022 – 7:40 am at

All paired body parts crossed for you Kevin. May your Christmas and New Year be merry and bright!
Traveller December 21, 2022 – 2:40 pm at

Real prayers to you...and I am not a religious person; but deeply, I pray for you. Have a happy and serene Christmas and New Years.

Best Wishes, Me

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