We received very good news today. Kev's brother, Matt, is a match for the donor stem cell transplant! We are so thankful and relieved. The timing for the transplant isn't confirmed yet because we are waiting to get radiation on his brain and spine. Fortunately, myeloma is very radiation sensitive and dies easily under a low level. The radiation is also going to help with pain relief, so we're anxious to get this started. Shortly after that, Kev will undergo the transplant. There is a sense of urgency with treatment because you just don't mess around with the central nervous system. Also, he received his port today that will deliver chemo directly to his spinal fluid. The procedure went well and will be a more effective way to get the chemo in the right places.
I will post updates as they keep developing.
Love, Kristin
Praying for your entire family daily Kristin. A true answer to prayer that Matt is a match!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is great news! So glad to hear a match was found so quickly. Loved that pic with the fish, btw :) So cute.
ReplyDeletePrayers are being answered!
ReplyDeleteYou and your family are amazing with handling all of this!
Thank God!
ReplyDeletePraying for all of you.
ReplyDeleteYou are such a brave soul Kristen, and so is your Kevin. I am with you all the way and pray for you daily. I believe with all my heart that God's will is that Keving be there for his beautiful wife and children and he will come out of this doing great. Keep the faith, keep strong, and know that many are praying ....... Your friend Cherie
ReplyDeleteLord,
ReplyDeleteWe lift up the VanZanten family, we call on you to give them the patience to get through this, for your Holy Spirit to comfort during the down days, for the Son to reflect the Father on the good days. We ask in Your name for more good days than bad ones. Will you please reach out your healing touch to Kevin and use him and his family to bring glory to you?
Amen