Day +1123: I’m bleeding out, I’m bleeding out for you…

12/27/2013: Seated in a comfy recliner with my iPad, I’m in the midst of my first ECP treatment at Johns Hopkins this afternoon. I’m learning the new routine. Vitals checked, large needle inserted in port (small ouch), nothing happens, nurse Joyce frowns. Heparin flush, blood observed…ah, that’s better. Moments later…