Today has been a tough one. Dave has the beginning of mucositis. Although his mouth isn't too bad, his throat is horribly sore and it is hard for him to swallow. He had an appointment today with the doctor following his lab draw. They transfused platelets and increased his hydration as he was somewhat dehydrated. Possibly tomorrow he will be admitted back into the hospital for inpatient care. That actually isn't a bad thing as they will be able to control his nutrition, pain-relief and hydration. It has been great having Orland and Jan here and both Dave and I have enjoyed their company and their kindness. We hate to see them go in the morning.
Keep up the good work and you'll be back in Whitefish before you know it! You missed one heck of a storm a few nights ago. You've probably heard about it. A tornado down by Polson even!!! As always you are in my prayers...Toni
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about the mucositis. It is no fun, but Dave can get through it just like I did. But if he can't swallow, you need not only fluids, but also nutrition. So if this goes on for more than 2 to 3 days, Dave needs to be on TPN (total parenteral nutrition) (I had that too.)
ReplyDeleteTell Dave that it takes 2 months for the mustache to make a reappearance. Pretty scraggly, but it is there. I am thinking about growing a goatee. The rest of my face I can shave once a week. the mid face, I could shave every day. Still only peach fuzz on top. So you can give Dave some good news tomorrow. Keep the faith and keep on pedaling and "Find a way". GlenH