Sushi, Champagne, Platelets, and a Scalpel

July 14, 2012.Reading time 2 minutes.

I DON’T HAVE CANCER!!! My bone marrow biopsy came back clear! Special Japanese dinner with VERY special champagne brought by my parents to celebrate the good news. Dr. G (neurologist) suspected Eosinophilic Fasciitis, and he ordered a full muscle biopsy to confirm his suspicions, so I met with my surgeon, Dr. S2 to go over […]

WT(EF)?

July 7, 2012.Reading time 3 minutes.

Next up, a visit with Dr. G (neurologist), who had seen a few cases over his career that were somewhat similar to mine. He checked me out and did an MRI on my thighs (because they were some of the most affected muscles) right there in his office. The following day, I went to USC […]