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In 2017, Wang Ling's examination results showed that she had acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
A diagnosis of leukemia meant that there was not much time left for her, and the only hope for treatment, a bone marrow transplant, was extremely difficult.
Just 8 years ago, Wang Ling resolutely donated her bone marrow in order to save her seriously ill brother Wang Jiang. Little did she know at the time that this decision would be the salvation of her own life years later.
As an elder brother, Wang Jiang stood up, and he decided to use 99% of the hematopoietic stem cells in his body converted from Wang Ling's bone marrow to repay his sister's great kindness.
Although the operation was successful, Wang Ling's recovery was still not smooth.
Fortunately, after a long period of treatment and recovery, Wang Ling stood up again and said with emotion: "Donating to my brother eight years ago not only saved my brother, but now I also save myself." ”
The community of destiny between Wang Jiang and Wang Ling's siblings is not only the emotion between the blood, but also the precious opportunity of life at the most critical moment.
A gift of fate
Wang Ling lives in Nanjing and is an ordinary white-collar worker. Her life was originally peaceful, and in addition to busy work, she got along with her family every day.
Once, Wang Ling went to the hospital for a physical examination, and the results of the examination showed that she had acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a blood disease that requires a bone marrow transplant as soon as possible to treat.
After Wang Ling's parents learned the news, they were very anxious about their daughter's condition, but they felt a little helpless. Because leukemia is not an ordinary disease, treatment is often more time-consuming, laborious and expensive than ordinary diseases.
In 2009, Wang Ling's brother Wang Jiang was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia. It is a rarer and more dangerous blood disease that not only fails in the form of hematopoiesis, but can also cause severe bleeding and infection.
Wang Jiang's condition made everyone in the family feel a little desperate, because bone marrow transplant is the only treatment, and the probability of a successful match is extremely low.
Wang Ling and the other two siblings expressed their willingness to donate bone marrow after learning of their brother's illness. But after multiple tests, only Wang Ling's bone marrow was a perfect match for Wang Jiang.
When the doctor informed her of the result, Wang Ling did not hesitate and immediately agreed to donate. At the time of donation, doctors initially only extracted hematopoietic stem cells from her peripheral blood, but due to the rapid deterioration of Wang Jiang's condition, more stem cells had to be extracted directly from Wang Ling's bone marrow.
Bone marrow extraction is a more complex and painful process than peripheral blood stem cell extraction. Doctors insert a long needle into the donor's bone marrow cavity, usually in the thigh bone.
This process seemed terrifying to many people, but Wang Ling firmly stepped onto the operating table in order to save her brother. The surgery was performed under general anesthesia and lasted several hours, and doctors extracted enough stem cells from her bone marrow.
After the operation, Wang Ling felt extremely weak, but her heart was full of hope. The stem cells extracted from her body were quickly transferred to Wang Jiang's body.
After a few weeks, Wang's body gradually showed positive signs of recovery, and his blood indicators began to improve, and he finally succeeded in overcoming the disease.
Wang Jiang's recovery is a relief for the family.
The fate of the reunion
Wang Jiang recovered, but Wang Ling herself was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Wang Ling needed more than just the support of her family, she needed a new bone marrow transplant.
The hospital's hematology department has become a frequent place for the Wang family.
Time is extremely precious to Wang Ling, and every minute and second can affect her chances of survival. Family members took turns accompanying her for examinations and treatments.
When Wang Jiang learned that his sister Wang Ling also needed a bone marrow transplant, he did not hesitate to stand up and ask the doctor to test whether he could become a donor.
Doctors performed blood and genetic tests to make sure Wang's bone marrow was a good fit for Wang Ling. Since almost all of the stem cells flowing in his body are stem cells donated by Wang Ling, the success rate of matching in this case is extremely high.
Finally, the test results came out, and Wang Jiang's bone marrow was a perfect match for Wang Ling.
This news is like a rain after a long drought, and the family can be relieved. After Wang Jiang was identified as a donor, he and Wang Ling prepared to enter the transplant process together.
Before the transplant, Wang Jiang was taken to the preparation room, and the doctor explained in detail the process of the transplant and the possible risks.
Wang Jiang listened in silence and nodded in understanding. He was guided to a sterile operating room, where doctors carefully extracted stem cells from Wang's bone marrow, a process that lasted several hours.
Wang Jiang's physical exertion was huge, but fortunately, the operation was successfully completed. The extracted stem cells were immediately processed and preserved in preparation for transplantation to Wang Ling in the next few days.
Wang Ling's transplant was scheduled for the third day after the extraction. She was admitted to another operating room.
Doctors carefully injected Ms. Wang's stem cells into Ms. Wang's body, and Ms. Wang remained in the hospital for the next few weeks to be closely monitored. Doctors are keeping a close eye on her recovery and conducting frequent tests on her blood markers.
During this recovery period, Wang Ling's body was extremely weak and she needed to rely entirely on medical staff to take care of her. Wang Jiang and other family members took turns staying at her bedside to provide her with support and encouragement.
Wang's blood test results are starting to show positive changes, which is a sign that the stem cell transplant is starting to work.
Every time the news of improvement can make the big stone in the heart of the Wang family fall to the ground slightly. Finally, after waiting for more than a month, the doctor announced that Wang Ling's body had fully accepted Wang Jiang's stem cells, and the transplant operation was declared a success.
Wang Ling's successful recovery is not only a medical miracle, but also a testimony to the intertwined fates of the brother and sister. From Wang Ling's initial selfless donation to Wang Jiang's return, this series reflects the inseparable connection between family members.
The cycle of life
After a long period of recovery, Wang Ling was finally able to be discharged from the hospital.
But being discharged from the hospital does not mean that Wang Ling will be able to recover immediately. It is difficult to return to normal life, but it is gradually recovering every day.
With her physical strength and health gradually improving, Wang Ling began to plan to return to work. While things were getting better, a new problem arose.
This time, the focus of the problem shifted to Wang Jiang.
After successfully donating bone marrow to his sister, Wang Jiang's health also began to fluctuate. Although the initial examination showed no obvious abnormalities, Wang Jiang felt that his physical strength was not continuous, and he often felt tired.
This became even more evident after he returned to his job.
As a police officer, Wang Jiang requires a lot of physical and mental burden, and this state begins to affect his work efficiency.
At the insistence of his family, Wang Jiang went to the hospital again for a comprehensive physical examination. After a series of complex tests, doctors found that Wang Jiang had slight abnormal indicators in his blood.
Although these indicators do not directly point to any serious illness, the doctor recommended that Wang Jiang undergo further examination and observation to rule out all possible health risks.
While Wang Jiang was conducting further inspections, Wang Ling's performance in the company began to be highly appreciated by colleagues and superiors.
Not only did she successfully adapt to the work environment, but she was also promoted because of her tenacity and hard work. Wang Ling's success, on the one hand, has brought comfort to the family, and on the other hand, Wang Jiang's health problems have also cast a shadow on the family's joy.
A few weeks later, the results of Wang's detailed examination showed that his blood problems may be related to his previous experience as a bone marrow donor.
The doctor explains that although bone marrow donation has minimal long-term health effects on the donor, in rare cases, there may be some after-effects after donation.
Wang Jiang was advised to reduce his workload and undergo some supportive treatment to help his body recover.
The Wang family is united again. They adjusted their family routines to suit Wang Jiang's treatment and recovery needs.
Wang Ling has taken on more family responsibilities in particular, while continuing to maintain her performance at work. Despite the intense pressure, both Wang Ling and Wang Jiang showed incredible strength and resilience.
Wang Jiang's health has improved significantly. He began to gradually return to a normal life and work, although doctors still advised him to maintain a moderate work-rest balance.
During this process, Wang Jiang's colleagues and friends have given great support and understanding, and their care and help have played a positive role in Wang Jiang's recovery.
Wang Ling's health recovery, as well as Wang Jiang's gradual recovery, have brought new hope and vitality to the family. This experience not only deepened the emotional bond between family members, but also made them cherish every moment of each other.
epilogue
Wang Ling was desperate to donate bone marrow for her brother Wang Jiang, and this selfless act unexpectedly became the salvation of her own life a few years later.
The gift of life is not without a price, and after Wang Jiang stepped forward to donate bone marrow for his sister, he also faced twists and turns in his own health. The story of the siblings is full of twists and challenges, showing the fragility and unpredictability of life.
When Wang Ling and Wang Jiang faced the test of life and death, the support of their families became a strong backing for them to fight the disease and recover.
Through the tribulations together, the members of the Wang family not only deepened their understanding and support for each other, but also redefined the meaning of family affection and the value of life.
Resources:
1. Relay of Life spanning 8 years: brother and sister have been sick and donate bone marrow to each other to save each other-Today's headlines (toutiao.com) Source: Xinhuanet 2017-12-20
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