This is going to be a short blog entry...I'm getting ready to leave hospital to go home and see the kids and thought I should write a quick note here. Creatinine was 5.67 this morning, still trending up. The kidney doctors and the BMT doctors are both happy to continue watching it at the moment because Brian still isn't showing any signs of being "in trouble" from his kidney dysfunction...he's not puffy anywhere, still making lots of urine, lungs are still clear, and potassium level is normal - all good signs. Hemoglobin was 6.3, so he got his first blood transfusion this morning. The doctor was optimistic that it could potentially be his last transfusion as well! Platelets continue to be ok, they're lower now at 111, but nowhere in need of transfusion.
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| Having his dressing changed by his nurse, Brooke |
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| Having his first blood transfusion |
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| All done! |
This afternoon Brian seems to have turned some sort of corner and is eating and drinking a little bit easier. He still needs very soft foods and liquid, but doesn't feel like he's going to gag or choke with every bite. This alone has cheered him up quite a bit. He is still longing to guzzle down an ice cold glass of water, but that will come in a few days.
Kristy and Brian...just want you to know we are praying for you and hoping every day gets better and better. Brian, unless Kristy is touching up pictures, you look wonderul for what you are going through. Your amazing spirit is showing through! Live Strong! Jan
ReplyDeleteBrian and Kristy,
ReplyDeleteJust checking in like most nights and hoping today was a good day. You are in my thoughts and prayers so much.
Love, Chris