First Fever Since Diagnosis

Well, Kayleigh got her first fever since diagnosis yesterday.  Thankfully the clinic (doctor's office at the hospital) was still open so the nurse had us come there instead of going to the Emergency Room.  By the time we got there, Kayleigh's temperature was over 101.  For most kids, that fever is not that bad, but for children fighting cancer, it can be very serious.  Anytime she gets a fever like this, she has to be seen and given antibiotics through her port for three days either at the hospital or at home.  Fortunately, we were able to come home with Kayleigh accessed to get the antibiotics here.  It is the ANC (immune) level that determines whether she stays in the hospital or is sent home for this treatment.  Hers was high enough that they allowed us to come home.  Needless to say, it was a sleepless night.  I feared her temperature soaring.  It did end up going over 102 even with the Tylenol.  We have to keep a close watch on her.  If her temp gets to 103 or higher, we have to get her back to the hospital.  The doctor said that it is common for these children to get many fevers during the fall and winter (flu season) months, especially when they're in school.  I guess we now know what this fall and winter will be like for Kayleigh and our family.  As always, thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers for Kayleigh and our family.