The Immunotherapy Honeymoon is Over

It seems like the side effects from the immunotherapy/enzyme blocker combination treatments have caught up with Kristi, and they gave us a little scare on Monday. 

For about two weeks Kristi has been having unrelenting headaches, which seemed to ramp up over 4-5 days. The increase in headache intensity and a few other symptoms can be signs of a serious pituitary condition that can be caused by her treatments. Even though we had met with a doctor on Friday via telemedicine, Monday morning we were quite concerned based on our research and her symptoms. 

We sent a message to Dr. Ganjoo, detailing what was continuing. Her team got back to us rather quickly and told us Ganjoo wanted us to go to a local ER for an urgent MRI. 

Kristi’s bloodwork indicated very low sodium levels, also an indicator of the possible pituitary condition. So, after the MRI they gave her some IV fluids and pain medication. The MRI showed that there was just a little inflammation in the pituitary, but nothing that required immediate attention. 

On Tuesday I spoke with Dr. Ganjoo who went over the MRI and bloodwork results. To counteract the side effects she prescribed steroids. 

This morning Kristi is still not feeling well and she is headed to an appointment with her Fresno oncologist, which was already on the books for today. She is supposed to have her next infusion tomorrow. 

It was an emotional and anxiety-ridden 36 hours. We are grateful for our kids and family and friends who live with us or near enough to jump in and help if needed, and all of you who provide continued emotional support.  It’s good to know you’re out there. 

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  1. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 9:14 AM

    🙏☝️♥️☝️🙏

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  2. Steve BellApril 2, 2025 at 9:14 AM

    We are glad that the immediate crisis is over. Dee and I will pray for wisdom for the doctors as they continue to care for Kristi. We are grateful you have so many friends and family there for support.

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  3. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 9:15 AM

    Prayers to Kristi and the family ♥️💕

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  4. MerrickApril 2, 2025 at 9:16 AM

    So many hugs to you all. Hate hearing she's got so much pain. I hope the steroids will help

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  5. Janet ZApril 2, 2025 at 9:20 AM

    We are out here, alright, caring and supporting! I am sorry you both went through that. Sounds really scary. Sounds like you did everything right and let's hope everything gets cleared up. Love and hugs to you both

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  6. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 9:26 AM

    That was a scare. I’m so glad you have such a great medical team. Praying for each of you as you battle this giant. Jeremiah 33:3, Call unto Me and I will answer you and show you great and mighty things that you do not know. May God cover you with His presence and care🙏💕

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  7. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 9:31 AM

    🙏🏻🤗💕

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  8. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 9:48 AM

    Hello from Dave & Lisa, always in our hearts & prayers 💕 Please give everyone a hung from us!

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  9. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 9:52 AM

    Always in our prayers and sending hugs your way to you and your family

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  10. FarahApril 2, 2025 at 10:09 AM

    Continued prayers for relief from pain and great miraculous healing.

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  11. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 10:10 AM

    🙏🏾🙏🏾 Prayers for Kristi and the family!! Get better soon 💜

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  12. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 10:17 AM

    The Turner’s are praying for you all and for the complications to pass

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  13. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 11:46 AM

    I’m so sorry to hear this. Praying for you! Love and hugs! Maari

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  14. AnonymousApril 2, 2025 at 12:08 PM

    I’m praying for God’s love to flow and for relief from this hard time.
    Linda L

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