Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Another day, another issue.
Geri is resting comfortably, or at least reasonably comfortably. She has a continuous Heperin drip and two antibiotic drips, one every 12 hours and the other every 6 hours. They are going to put a PICC line in tomorrow to make it easier to do the IVs, especially after she comes home. Today she has seen the chemo oncology Dr., the infectious diseases Dr., and the internist. The latter requested a consult by the "wound" guru to look at the port site, which is still open because of the packing and still looks bad. They should come tomorrow and they have seniority over the department that has been taking care of the port site so far. Hopefully we can finally get this issue resolved once and for all. The port has been an problem one way or another ever since the first round of chemo when they found a blood clot there. More at 11.
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Bob and Geri,
To think of all the running around and waiting and running they make the patient and caregiver go through. Shame! It's enough to make a marathon runner tired :-(
Hang in there as we are all pulling for you both and want things to stay on track for you. Wishing you both good news and a good nights sleep.
Dawn
Geri, You WILL get through this setback!!! Put on your fighting gloves!!! You've got Bob in your corner of the ring and lots and lots of friends and family cheering for you, praying for you, and sending their love to you!!! Just wish we could make you feel better!!! Booda sends her love. More prayers for your speedy recovery - love and hugs, Jamie
Hi Geri and Bob,
So sorry you have to be in the hospital. Hang in there! I had a similar problem and had to have my port removed. Went home with IV Vancomiacin and then took the oral vanc for another infection for several months. Things will get better. This unforntunately is a lesson in PATIENCE which is tough for gals like us. I am sending you both warm thoughts that this problem will resolve quickly! Love to you and Bob, Karen
Bob and Geri may the powers that be as in the wound guru who holds all the power...come and get the port issue cleared up for good. If only I had the pull to make him come today I would certainly make that call. Angela and I talked yesterday and are so thrilled that Bob, you can keep us up to date. Angie has said such nice things about you. So glad to know Geri is resting a bit more comfortably..hoping that soon you guys can get home. Hope the PICC line that goes in the arm goes in without problems tomorrow. I am continuing to pray big..Please give Geri a hug for me and tell her she is such an inspiration!!
Love Angie's little sis,
Tina :)
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