Cancer battle Alness toddler undergoes tests as family continues donor push
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AN ALNESS toddler who is expected to undergo a stem cell transplant following chemotherapy treatment for cancer was in Glasgow this week having her bone marrow tested for the procedure.
Adeline Davidson (2) has been diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer and doctors believe a stem cell match is her best chance for a bright future.
Her mother Steph said the trip to Glasgow went well but was very tiring for the young family.
She said: "We are actually down in Glasgow at the moment. Adeline has had her bone marrow checked again but we won't know the results for a week or two. She's doing fine though, she had it done yesterday. We're on our way home now and it's just all a bit manic."
Last week, hundreds of people signed up to the stem cell register after being inspired by the family to attend a tea party with a twist in Balloch Village Hall.
The extraordinary event was attended by a host of potential donors who provided a sample of their DNA by having their cheeks swabbed by the blood cancer charity DKMS. Thousands of pounds were also raised.
The organisation will store the samples and only call upon them if they come up as potential match for someone who is in need of a stem cell transplant.
Fifteen people with a tissue type that matches Adeline's were found on the register.
However, just three are in the UK, and none are a 100 per cent match for the little girl.
Mrs Davidson was told the matches have a strong enough chance of helping Adeline.
But nothing can rule out the need for another stem cell donor search further down the line and the family want to boost the register for Adeline and other people in need of the crucial treatment.
