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At the age of 4, Eden began to limp,
after running a fever that would not go away for two
days, we took her to her doctor. Concerned, he admitted
her to Children's Hospital of Columbus, Ohio. After a
solid week of testing we got the news on July 16, 2004:
Neuroblastoma Cancer. Neuro- what? Treatment was planned
and surgery to remove the tumor was done on July 20,
2004. After six rounds of chemo, a stem cell transplant,
radiation and Accutane, Eden has been declared NED (No
Evidence of Disease). Treatment is hard on these kids,
Eden has permanent high range hearing loss
(necessitating hearing aids), numerous scars (inside and
out) and many fears and insecurities. She has also
gotten to meet hundreds of people that she counts as
friends. At present, Eden is a happy five year old
enjoying kindergarten and being free. |