Cycle 2: Complete / #carolinestrong T-Shirts Available

Caroline completed Cycle 2 of immunotherapy today. Although she had some chest pain, itching and a mild rash during the infusion, the side effects were milder overall compared to the first cycle.

She will get the next few weeks "off" before her appointment on September 10th, which will consist of lab work and progress scans to see how/if this treatment is working. We're hopeful she'll be back to school next week and doing as many "normal" and "fun" things as her body allows.

For those interested, #carolinestrong shirts and hoodies are now available online (click here for the link); all proceeds will do directly towards Caroline's medical expenses.

We're so grateful for the ongoing love support and prayers for our family - it means so much!

Love,
The Lantz Family
#carolinestrong
#ftgf

Cycle 2 Update

Caroline started Cycle 2 of her antibody treatment today; assuming all goes according to plan, she will get 3 total infusions this week.  Today’s cycle was relatively uneventful and the lingering side effects (irritable from steroid, itching, some pain and hot flashes) are seemingly under control with medication.

Based on how she felt the day after each treatment last cycle, it is unlikely she will go to school at all this week.  We will update the blog again later this week as this treatment progresses. 

Since we last posted, Caroline has started 5th grade and is doing well adjusting to her new school and has really enjoyed seeing old friends and making new!  She was able to enjoy some fun the last couple of weeks, including a great night out at the local county fair.

For those asking about ways to help: 

- Prayers for minimal side effects and maximum effectiveness 
- Amazon Wishlist (click here for link)

The Lantz Family
#carolinestrong

#ftgf

double lumen port access = two pokes

So grateful for the attentive nursing team that helped Caroline during the infusion.

Wiped after infusion...side effects under control with medication.

5th Grader!

Williamson County Fair