DAY THREE - POST CHEMO
Randy had another treatment on Tuesday. He has been dealing with the edema from the fluids that he received during his last hospital stay. Dr. Ahmed increased the diuretic for three days and it seems to be helping. Since he usually deals with dehydration after chemo, maybe it will not be a problem this time around.
He has been feeling pretty good the last few days. He felt well enough to get out of the house on Wednesday. We had two holiday functions to attend and he was able to make both of them. We were even out until 10:30PM. Wow, we are living on the edge.
Fatigue is setting in today. So, Randy will get some "couch time." He tries not to nap too much during the day because it really messes with his nighttime sleep schedule. But, when he needs to rest, he usually gives in. I will begin monitoring his temperature today. We need to be very aware of elevated temps after the last time. He really gets tired of me following him around with a thermometer. I know that he feels like he can't open his mouth with my sticking the thermometer in. Oh well, that's my job -- Nurse Ratchett.
We made it to church last Sunday. It was great to see everyone and be able to thank people for all of their concern. Our St. Mark's family is our lifeline. We couldn't make it without each of you.
Please continue to pray for us as we watch for signs of infection. God continues to bath us in his peace that passes all understanding. Thanks be to God.
Peace be to you.
Randy & Sue
4 comments:
I'm glad that this seems to be a better post-chemo week. Hopefully, the good news will continue.
It was a great joy for me to see you and spend a little time catching up today! I promise to remember you in my petitions to the throne of God each day! The Lord has used you both to bless Vesta and I over the years and we love and appreciate you so much! Mark and Vesta
Sorry about the Matt Stuart name but it is the one we use as a pseudonym while we've been here in the states. It is Mark and Vesta though!!
Randy-I miss you. I hope that I can come see you soon if you aren't able to make it to church on Sunday. I will check with Nurse Ratchett first for approval, of course!
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