Okay, okay. I take one day off and some of you are already asking when the blog for the day will be posted! This was a great day, which was needed after a rough night. Another allergic reaction to some unknown source kept Robert from sleeping last night...and it kept me providing him with wet wash cloths to bring some relief to the nonstop itching. We made our nightly tour at about 3:3o am and inbetween it all I did get some sleep. Because he didn't have a procedure to get ready for this morning, I actually stayed in bed much later than the usual 6:45 am. We had a very mellow day because Robert finally was given Benadryl, which made him very sleepy. I was able to have breakfast with my sister, Connie, who has been here from California since Thursday. Then we spent the morning in Robert's room with Rosanna. Later my mom and dad and Robby came and we all went out for a wonderful lunch at McGraths. Robert hardly noticed we were gone - he really slept a lot. Sure glad one of us got caught up after our wakeful night!
The best news of today was the results of yesterday's CT scan. The Dr reported no evidence of increased damage to the pancreas, no sign of infection, and noted it actually had decreased slightly in size. The Dr. said it appears it is moving in the right direction! Which hopefully means we are moving in the right direction - HOME! We are hopeful to depart this place TOMORROW!!! It would be later in the day - discharge from 4 Dr's, a Diabetes nurse, and a Speech pathologist could take most of the day. Robert has never been on insulin for his diabetes before this life-changing event, but he will go home with the new skill of giving himself injections. They have been letting him practice here. It appears the damage to his pancreas means it is producing very, very little or no insulin at this time. Sometimes over time the pancreas can experience some restoration, so it remains to be seen what the permanent outcome will be.
Grateful tonight for the wonderful help my sister and mom have been in helping me at home while I have been here at the hospital. Connie is flying home tomorrow morning.
Grateful for your prayers and for the many gracious answers from the Lord. Some of you may have wondered why I stopped emailing specific requests...it is because I have been spending night and day here since last Tuesday, and my email stopped working! I guess it doesn't like the hospital internet connections!
Please continue to pray for my brother Mike. (see yesterday's blog)
Thank you very much,
~Jeanette
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1 comment:
A. Jeanette~
You are an inspiration to me!! I hope and pray that one day (soon), I will be a dedicated wife like you! I am glad to hear U. Bob is doing better. Hopefully you catch up on your much needed rest soon! Your restless nights reminds me of how amazing my parents are, with their many restless nights over many years. :) Thank you for being a blessing to me! Luv ya!! Love, Katie
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