Madelaine was taken into Ward 10 yesterday afternoon with a temperature of 38.8. It increased from 36.7 to 38.8 within 1 to 2 hours. She was very lethargic and has been of her food for a few days, only nibbling at her food. As a result she has lost weight. After having her blood analysed, it was clear that Madelaine was Neutropenic. Her neutrophils were 0.08.
Dave and I are doing shifts at the hospital. We have learnt that despite wanting to stay with our little girl 24/7, its better for everyone all round if we take it in turns to stay with her. We can both get rest then and ultimately we can give more to Maddie when we are with her. She is still tired, however, she has created 2 painting masterpieces in the playroom of abstract art today which are now hanging above her bed with Pooh.......
We both feel a little down hearted that she is unwell, but still positive that she will bounce back after this block.
We will have our beautiful baby back.
Madelaine's Journey With Leukaemia
Welcome to 'Madelaine's Journey with Leukaemia'.
This is a site about my Daughter, Madelaine.
Madelaine was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia when she was 14 months old.
The purpose of this site has many facets. Firstly, we (Mummy and Daddy aka Lisa Howe and David Armistead) find it therapeutic to look back on her journey through her illness. We believe she will get better with every breath in our bodies and we want her to read this in her adulthood and wonder what all the fuss was about!
It is for our families and close friends in the hope that they too may have a deeper understanding of her illness and also the issues surrounding it. Also, other parents that find themselves with seriously ill children may find some comfort knowing that they are not on their own. We are are all on this journey together.
Mostly, this is for Madelaine.
One day she will read this and realise her parents have gone mad.........
And she will know how much she is loved..
Dave and I would like to also thank everyone who has supported us throughout Madelaine's illness.
Many people have asked what they can do to help us. Well, we have created a fundraising page on behalf of Madelaine and ourselves with proceeds going to the Candlelighters Trust. The Trust help children with cancer and their families. They have helped us. Unfortunately, there will always be children with cancer and there will always be a need for Candlelighters. So if you want to help, please donate and click on http://www.justgiving.com/madelaineeve
Also, Madelaine and children like her rely on the availability of blood. Madelaine has had many blood transfusions. So if you don't already, please give blood if you can.
And please continue to say your prayers.
Thank you. x
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Loved the masterpieces Maddie!!! True artisté hehe... Maddie was looking so happy when i saw her the other day-she's a fighter- i'm so proud of her! Love Cousin Alex x
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