Friday, July 11, 2008

Friday, July 11th, 2008

Hi everyone, so not such good news to report on tonight if you're an Angel fan...I'll just leave it at that.

Not so much Leukemia news to report on tonight. It was a very quiet day as far as testing and results go which was actually quite nice. The good news is that we finally got to meet my doctor, Dr. Curtain today which went really well. What instantly struck me was the fact that he took the time to answer all of our questions until he was confident we had the answers we were looking for. He also spoke on our level which has been something difficult to come by with the high level doctors since we got here. These are the things we heard about this guy and that's why we chose him without even meeting him. It's good to see the right choice was made.

He did confirm that the form of cancer I am dealing with is aggressive so I will have a fight on my hands. I knew that going in so this is nothing new to me. I'm feeling really good about having Dr. Curtain in my corner, so today only made me feel better than I already do.

That it's for tonight everyone. Take care and thanks for reading, we'll catch up tomorrow.

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Kurt,

Good to hear that you've got the best team of Drs. to help you fight this. I think your strength, determination and all the love surrounding you is incredible and will be key in kicking this thing. I'm continuing to send you positive thoughts for a recovery that will be coming your way!

Kelly D.

Anonymous said...

Hi Kurt,

Hang in there Cuz. I'm glad to hear the good news about the spinal tap and that your getting great help. Just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I'm looking forward to the celebration when you get out of there. I like the picture of us in Deutschland. We'll do it again soon. For now keep up the good spirits and I'll see you soon.

Jason & Cherilyn

MyCelebPhoto said...

Just stopping by and checking in on you and wanted to say hello.

Keep on being strong.

Go Angels!

Go Kurt!


Gary and Jill

Anonymous said...

Hi Son,
Believe it or not, I pulled myself together and I am writing to You one of these messages. Your Mother is bugging me long enough.
I found the weights (Barbells) in one of my closets buried in the far corner and full of dust.
Sorry for the high usage, Ha HA.
See You tomorrow,
Dad.

Anonymous said...

Attaboy, Erich - bingo!!!

Anonymous said...

Hey Kurt,
The above 2 messages are cute...your Mom and Dad have a unique relationship and you and Steve are fortunate!
Just letting you know that Im in regular contact with your Mom and I have no doubts that you will soon be back to your old self. Im continuing to pray for you and want you to know that your in my thoughts.

Roger

Anonymous said...

Hey Kurt-

Hopefully you are relaxing and watching the Halos. Santana looks good through 5.

Anonymous said...

Hi Kurt,

You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Don't focus on the statistics..........they are based on old people like me! You have youth, strength and determination and Evey to help push you along when you need an extra hand. Will see you next weekend.

Luv, Aunt Cherrie

What is Kurt's diagnosis?

AML is a type of cancer in which the bone marrow makes abnormal myeloblasts (a type of white blood cell), red blood cells, or platelets.

Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is a cancer of the blood and bone marrow. This type of cancer usually gets worse quickly if it is not treated. It is the most common type of acute leukemia in adults. AML is also called acute myelogenous leukemia, acute myeloblastic leukemia, acute granulocytic leukemia, and acute nonlymphocytic leukemia.

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