Had some bummer news at Johns Hopkins today. When I arrived for my chemo it appeared that I had a fever of 104 and jaundice and liver pressure. So, they admitted me and I am in overnight until they they get the fever down and blood pressure up. Also have to keep jaundice clear. Seems that it’s all being caused by a blockage or obstruction in my biliary stent. Basically only thing to do is a “rotorooter” of the stent which will be done when symptoms are gone.
So now I'm waiting/sleeping here in a very private, modern, large, room. Just
had a xray and EKG in my room! What service :). Now for a stroll with Frank
(the male nurse offered to escort me but you know Frank) through the halls-helps lower the risk of bloodclots and stroke. When we get back they put special compression bands on my legs.
Oh, and my blood pressure was very low when I got in here today - they finally got it up to 83/58 throughout the day and they want to get it up to at least 90. Before they can do anything else. But the good news is that my weight (which started at 153, dropped to 127, is now a whopping 143--WITH no sugar, red meat, hormonal chicken. Yay!!!
Not sure how long I will be in here. But they need to get the temp down,
infection cleared, stent cleared out, and chemo started up again so we can keep
in the fight. I want to keep these down times (no chemo) to a minimum!!!!
I realize, my prayer warriors, that I have given you quite a list to pray for!
Love,
Carol
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Dear Carol,
ReplyDeleteYou are such a trooper and inspiration! That makes praying for you such a blessing (both ways). Also, I will send a photo or 2 from the ACS ride Chris and I are doing in a couple weeks. We're hoping to raise tons of $$ for research, which I know your docs at JH need.
Peter B.
Lifting you up in prayer, Carol, and thanking God for the skilled care you're receiving. You're in my thoughts daily,
ReplyDeleteCarolyn A.
We are praying for you Carol and looking forward to seeing you in a couple months.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Denise
Hang in there, Carol. We're thinking about you and pulling for you everyday. Lots of love to you and Frank.
ReplyDeleteCindy and Terry
Carol,
ReplyDeleteAnother challenge but with your amazing determination, loving support from Frank, super-talented and dedicated medical care, and of course, many prayers will overcome this one too. Always thinking of you and praying!
Love, Mary Beth
A bump in the road. Hope you are doing better by now- amazing health care at JH for sure. Dick Sauber-
ReplyDeleteYou're a fighter Carol, so hang in there and we will be lifting these new twists in your health up to the Lord. We're all anxious to see that the stent is back in working order and the jaundice clears up. Lots to pray for, but we're with ya! Mary Anne alerted us this AM -- praise God for email. Thank you for the post and please try to keep the updates coming if you can. But most of all, rest securely in Him as you mend. Love you, J and J
ReplyDeleteHey there Carol and family, just checking in, still praying for you all. I found this quote I wanted to share with you, as it truely discribes you! A real "Champion"
ReplyDelete"Champions look at what they are going towards, losers look at what they are going through". You've maintained your forward positive focus, your faith, corage and inner strength,you are such an inspiration. Keep up the good fight!
Fondly
Amy Wilkins