Day #4: John "The Husband" Update

Day #4 and I have to say that I’m astounded at the difference this early on. Dawn is no longer fatigued to the point of being useless. She has stood up on her own for a small amount of time… which was unheard of previously. She is able to do about a dozen squats at a time.


You must realize that Dawn’s muscles are so weak from years of not being used properly, if at all. So the trick now is to build up her physical strength. The good news is that this will now be possible to do. Much physical therapy in Dawn’s future.


They administered an IV drip of Vitamin C first thing. That was followed by two injections of a special mixture of Dawn’s cells that were introduced (via a culture) to a medium of stimulants. These injections will help the other stem cells communicate throughout the process. The final step was an injection of Nuprogen to the stomach area.


We’ve been told that about 4 weeks out from today will be the peak of any physical change that she will experience. If today was any indication… there are some very exciting days ahead.


NOTE: I have the entire surgical procedure from yesterday on video. In a few days I will edit it down into one comprehensive piece. Doctor Vargas and Doctor Andrade have just been amazing. I’ve been allowed to film everything. Every step has been meticulously detailed and recorded. And they’ve absolutely welcomed it. The transparency has been refreshing. When we’ve needed questions answered… they answer them. When I needed the correct spelling of a medication… they hand me the box or vial.


We are returning home with a TON of data. Dr. Andrade has been most gracious to share with us. He is an amazing man.


I know one thing to be true: The entire team here at the clinic exist to help people. Period.