Day 40

Update by Grandma - according to the lab report this morning William is no longer neutropenic. Now that his body has the ability to start the healing again there is so much to work on. William has not spoken a word in more than 24 hours - his mouth is filled with large very painful sores. He is now receiving antibiotics through an IV in his arm for his mouth - this antibiotic can not go through the broviac with the other medication due to some conflict. William's bladder situation has also gotten worse - we are not sure whether he now goes less and less because it is so painful, or whether there is an urge but nothing comes out. Anyhow this will receive focused attention during Drs rounds this morning. William is now allowed to visit the playroom again and visiting with the other kids usually cheers him up. We pray for a painless week, and the gift of going home for a few days. Have a great week everybod