Nov 8 Status

Friday, November 8, 2013

The results of the spinal fluid test came back negative.  That ruled out numerous things that would cause Barb's disorientation and confusion.  The diagnosis is that this is a result of the brain radiation that she had last year.  It takes anywhere from one to two years for this to occur.  There is no way to rectify this.

Since they put her on an appetite enhancer she has been eating somewhat better.  She is no longer taking any antibiotics or steroids.  The only meds she is on is for her appetite and pain.  All IVs are out so she is no longer fighting those.

She is scheduled to go home sometime tomorrow and is now in an in-home hospice care.  I have a hospital bed all set up for her, along with her oxygen concentrator, nebulizer, and related equipment.  We won't set up a schedule with the hospice nurses until she actually get home.

This afternoon Eric has been busy putting in a ramp coming up to the deck.  He did a great job and it's really appreciated.

We have a dog that is anxiously awaiting Mom to get back home.

Of course everything is set up downstairs as she can't manage any stairs.  I have set up the couch as my bed to be close to her.

Throughout this entire ordeal, I could not have asked for better support from the kids and the thoughts and prayers from all of you.  Family and Christ are the only comfort.

As always, Love,
Ray