Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Hello, After almost a month at Tufts Medical Center, George has been transferred to Spaulding Hospital in Cambridge. For some reason, he cannot sustain a good blood pressure. He is now doing better with the help of IV medications and oral meds as well. He is feeling much better and looking well. His goal now is to get some muscle and strength back. He will then have more chemo to finish off those amyloid cells. Still not sure how the blood pressure issue will play out. He is committed to continue the fight. Thanks for checking in and for all the well wishes. j
Checking In On George
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Hi, Sorry I have not been keeping up. George has been in the hospital at Tufts Medical Center for over three weeks. He was home for two days, but had to go back.
His issues are complex due to the effects of the disease on his organs and nervous system. Lots of docs are weighing in. Everyday we hope they will find the answer to his low blood pressure. He has to stay in bed 24/7 until they figure it out. He rests a lot; meds keep him sleepy. He is a patient man.
We don't know if he will have more chemo or when/if he can go to a rehab hospital to gain his strength back. More tests every day. Keep him in your prayers. j
Hi, Sorry I have not been keeping up. George has been in the hospital at Tufts Medical Center for over three weeks. He was home for two days, but had to go back.
His issues are complex due to the effects of the disease on his organs and nervous system. Lots of docs are weighing in. Everyday we hope they will find the answer to his low blood pressure. He has to stay in bed 24/7 until they figure it out. He rests a lot; meds keep him sleepy. He is a patient man.
We don't know if he will have more chemo or when/if he can go to a rehab hospital to gain his strength back. More tests every day. Keep him in your prayers. j
Sunday, January 26, 2014
January 26, 2014
Hello, Thanks for checking in. I'm thrilled to say that George is doing better. He had to delay his second round of chemo due to a hospitalization for exhaustion and dehydration. He started again last Friday. He seems to be holding his fluids, having gone eight days without IV fluids at this time. That is a record !!! It's usually three days and back to the Infusion Center for four hours of stuff to buff him up for a few days.
He is feeling mentally and physically stronger and eating well. Chemo will continue for three more sessions and then a week off; and on again for two weeks. After that, we'll see how things look and start another type of chemo for a while. Dr. is very optimistic. Kidneys will always be an issue; but for now, we are happy to be progressing in a positive way. Thanks for the prayers, positive vibe, and emotional support; and to Jim, especially, for all you've done to give us peace of mind.j
Hello, Thanks for checking in. I'm thrilled to say that George is doing better. He had to delay his second round of chemo due to a hospitalization for exhaustion and dehydration. He started again last Friday. He seems to be holding his fluids, having gone eight days without IV fluids at this time. That is a record !!! It's usually three days and back to the Infusion Center for four hours of stuff to buff him up for a few days.
He is feeling mentally and physically stronger and eating well. Chemo will continue for three more sessions and then a week off; and on again for two weeks. After that, we'll see how things look and start another type of chemo for a while. Dr. is very optimistic. Kidneys will always be an issue; but for now, we are happy to be progressing in a positive way. Thanks for the prayers, positive vibe, and emotional support; and to Jim, especially, for all you've done to give us peace of mind.j
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
January 14, 2014
Hello,
Sorry I haven't kept this blog up to date. George has kept me busy. He did start chemo several weeks ago. He was hospitalized last week for a few days for a port to be placed so he can get IV easier.
He is having problems with his blood pressure so they kept him for a few days.
Unfortunately, he was only home for a day when we went back for next round of chemo, but he was having difficulty breathing, etc. After a day in the infusion center yesterday, he was admitted again. No chemo.
The good news is he had good results from his first round of chemo. Now we just have to figure out his cardiac issues and get him stable enough to do more chemo. Can't say how rough this has been on George; hoping the outcome will be worth the ordeal he is experiencing. Send good thoughts.
thanks for checking in.j
Hello,
Sorry I haven't kept this blog up to date. George has kept me busy. He did start chemo several weeks ago. He was hospitalized last week for a few days for a port to be placed so he can get IV easier.
He is having problems with his blood pressure so they kept him for a few days.
Unfortunately, he was only home for a day when we went back for next round of chemo, but he was having difficulty breathing, etc. After a day in the infusion center yesterday, he was admitted again. No chemo.
The good news is he had good results from his first round of chemo. Now we just have to figure out his cardiac issues and get him stable enough to do more chemo. Can't say how rough this has been on George; hoping the outcome will be worth the ordeal he is experiencing. Send good thoughts.
thanks for checking in.j
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