Day 35: T+35

Eric's co3 numbers are headed in the right direction. They are down a little (45 to 42). 

Today his ciclosporin (the anti rejection medicine) level was measured and came out high. It's in the 600 range when the goal is to be down closer to 300. To help remedy this they are stopping the ciclosporin level tonight and tomorrow morning. Then they will recheck the level. The good news about the ciclosporin level is that now we know his body is capable of absorbing his medications. That's good news, because Eric has had problems with malabsorption in the past. Now just to get it in the correct range. 

Also still high is his Kidney function tests. But that number can run high as a side effect to the ciclosporin. Add that the ciclosporin is level is really high and that directly affects the kidney function. The hope is as the ciclosporin level lowers to the normal range it will also help the kidneys to recover. 

Eric's still endeavoring to try and eat, even amidst everything tasting bad and not having much of an appetite. Today he tried white rice:

And cherry yogart:

Way to do hard things, Eric! He's doing his part, and hope that his body does it's part! I love you, Eric!

Jamie