Today he's getting a drain replaced in the lower abdomen, and they have removed the other drain on the left. Yesterday's dialysis has relieved some peripheral swelling and helped the toxicity in the blood. The flow continues low. Looking back to Dec. 11, it didn't occur to us that recovery might be delayed, but this year will end with a deepened love for life because of your quiet gifts to Tom and all. It gives us both heart!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Christmas redefined indeed
Sometimes I hesitate to write anything, because the opposite can happen. Going home was possible, but not probable. The nephrologists thought better of the idea so Tom's here for a bit longer. It will be a White Christmas for my knight, who is in better spirits every day. We've decided the renal diet has it's advantages, one being that there are far less choices. He doesn't enjoy making mundane decisions. So jello, broth, and popsicles here he comes.
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Dear Davenport family, I am so sorry to hear this is going on for you all. My prayers and well wishes are with you. I saw the blog URL on Facebook and started reading. My Father-in-law has had kidney issues and we have all been learning about how to take care of him. http://www.davita.com/ has been an awesome resource. The recipe section has great stuff. I have been cooking for him from it so he can follow his strict diet.
ReplyDeleteAgain, best wishes my friends.
-Dusty Rhoades