Hi Kathy,
I have just recently become a member of the forums and I had missed your post. Looking at the timeline, you might be doing the transplant now. If that is the case, I am sure everyone is keeping you and your husband in their thoughts and prayers.
I am amazed as always, by the kindness and thoughtfulness displayed on these forums. If you are ever feeling discouraged and low, this is the place to come!
My husband, like yours, was diagnosed with MDS out of the blue. It was at his annual physical that the doctor detected his low blood levels. He came back to him and said, "We have a problem!" He then proceed to hand deliver the results to the hematologist/oncologist on the floor above him. Then we were off to the races!
We had no idea when we were praying for Robin Roberts in September that we would be facing the very same thing in December! You are right. It is never a good time. It is unfair and an unbelievable shock! My husband and I have always been optimistic people as well. But right now it is hard. Although he is still doing a great job with that.
Take each step one at a time. Ask questions and then ask more questions. Do some research online, but don't drive yourself crazy. I really overdid it when we first had the diagnosis. And I was not looking in the right places. One day on this forum and Neil gave me information that I used in one hour to learn more than I had in days. So this is definitely the place to be!
I hope all goes well with your husband. Please know that you are not alone!
All the best!
