Nick is an amazing 6 year old fighting T-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). He was diagnosed at 4 years old on Oct. 15, 2008 and here is the story of his courageous battle. This day changed our lives forever. Nick seemed very healthy at the time and the only signs we noticed were swollen lymph nodes on his neck. At first, we thought it could be a virus, but after 2 rounds of blood tests, the doctors confirmed our worst fear, cancer. This site is to show how strong our little boy is.
Update:
Nicholas finished treatment on 11/18/2010. He will continue to go for blood work for the next 3 years. He is still in remission.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Day 19 - The Shannon Family
Nick was able to come home for 8 days. The doctors say that is a long time for patients in the 'Induction' phase of his treatment. He received another dose of chemo today and would like to go home. If his fever stays low we might be able to leave in the next day or two. Today was a big day for Nick. Our child life supporter in the hospital helped Nick learn how to swallow pills using candy. He did a great job.... eating all the candy, but it was still difficult at night time when it came time for the actual pills. Everyday is a new day for us and we try to make things as easy as possible for Nick. He really has few choices on his treatment and the course it will take him. He played today with his new friend Sean, who also has ALL. Sean lifted his spirits for the time they played.
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Thank you for these updates. They help keep us informed and smiling with each little step forward. We are all praying for you and for brighter more beautiful days ahead!
Keep the faith.
Love Robyn, Alan, Brett, Taylor, & Nicholas.
Shannon family,
We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Nick is a strong boy and will make it through this!
We would like to help in anyway. If you ever need someone to watch the boys I am sure Dylan and Justin would love to see them.
You are all in our prayers
The Wood Family
Jen, Bob, Dylan & Justin
Hi Nick,
So glad you are home again.
Love and kisses,
Nana and Papa Charlie
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