Last evening was a bit rough. Dan's blood pressure was too high and he was having anxiety attacks. Most likely due to a steroid they have him on. As much good some of these drugs do (Ex: reduce swelling) they cause other issues. He can't sleep at all because the steroid jacks him up. It's OK! There will be plenty of time for sleep later. Nurse Cheryl and I got it under control and it was a fairly quiet night, even though he didn't sleep much. :-)
Today has been a busy but good day.
Swallowing has become a bit better so he has eaten as much as he can, they really want to eat a lot. Ice cream, puddings, soups and so on. His walking improves with every therapy session, he uses a walker until his balance gets better.
Slow and steady wins the race.
Great news:
1. He hasn't had hiccups since early this morning
And
2. Once he has his last dose of factor 8 at lunch tomorrow he will be released to go "home" to the hotel.
I am a wee bit scared but it will be fine. Since the first night I have been doing a lot with his care. He's an easy patient!!:-)
Dan
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts are with you.
Wish you all the best
Uncle Bill and Aunt Marg
I'm so happy to hear things went well!! Positive thoughts and healing vibes are being sent your way!
ReplyDeleteMary
I am so happy that everything is going well for Dan. I will pray that his horrible side effects are gone very soon.
ReplyDeletePlease keep the blogs coming. It is very comforting for all of us at Ontario Works to be able to see than Dan is progessing as expected.
Wishing you all the best from Ontario Works
We miss you Dan!!!
Carrie Blacker
Very glad everything went well for you Dan. You have to drink water upside down to get rid of hiccups. lol. Take care. Hope to see you soon.
ReplyDeleteGlenn
Dan, you and your family are in my prayers. Be well.
ReplyDeleteDeb R.
My prayers are with you and your family. Happy to hear things are going well. Very best wishes and hope to see you soon. We miss you Dan.
ReplyDeleteMimi
Glad you are doing well Dan! WE are so happy for you that the surgery was successful, and wishing you well on a speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteTake Care! Thinking of you!
-Steph, Britt, Sandra and Wendy
GG sends her love and I can imagine the prayers you feel are hot and heavy from her!!!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like all our prayers are being answered so far. We won't stop because there is still a long road ahead!
You can do it Dan! You too Jennifer! Hope all goes well once you move from the hospital to the hotel. Keep the faith!
Love you both,
Mom and Dad
Hi Dan. I don't think my message got through the other day - need a good tech guy to help me- wonder who I could ask lol? I am so pleased that you have come through this. Take it slow - you'll get there.
ReplyDeleteRenée
Hi Dan & Jen -
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear Dan is doing so well. We are thinking & praying for you both all the time. Hope you feel our love. May God give you both comfort & strength to get through this.
All our love,
Aunt Esther, Uncle Greg & Dylan
OXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
Hey Dan!!
ReplyDeleteI am really glad to hear that you're doing so well! Jen's blog is very lively and interesting to read! You're doing a great job, Jen! Dan, hang in there, things will only get better from here on out. You are fortunate to have such a supportive and close knit family and everyone here at work is thinking only positive thoughts for your recovery. Miss you!
Debi DOO :-D