3/20
She continues to do well. She has had no problems whatsoever in recovering from the gallbladder surgery, in fact the nurse reported that she slept very soundly last night. She had her first hospital food today (broth, jello and herb tea), nothing to get excited about, but she wolfed down every bit of it. Her last real food was on Tuesday. The doctors were concerned about the heart getting infected so they did an echo cardiogram and that looked good - no hint of infection. The orthopedist took tissue samples from her shoulder so hopefully they can get to the bottom of what is causing that problem. She also had a PICC line inserted today. For the non-medical types this is basically a semi-permanent IV line. It is easier on MaryAnn and easier on the staff. No more sticking her to put in yet another IV.
I do want to clarify something about her glucose levels. They are down to normal levels, but that is because she continues to get an insulin drip. Until they get the infection eliminated and determine what the pancreas is doing they do not know what type of diabetes she has and what treatment will be required. They are proceeding one step at a time. There is a lot that has to happen before she can get home.
I do want to clarify something about her glucose levels. They are down to normal levels, but that is because she continues to get an insulin drip. Until they get the infection eliminated and determine what the pancreas is doing they do not know what type of diabetes she has and what treatment will be required. They are proceeding one step at a time. There is a lot that has to happen before she can get home.
3/19
The big item today was that she was operated on to remove her gallbladder. This was done at about 6:30 tonight. Earlier today they did a test where they found that the gallbladder was "dead" and was considered a definite possibility of causing the infection. The operation was successful and I saw her at about 8:30. She was fairly groggy, but doing well. The surgeon said the gallbladder was definitely infected. Her sugar level was down to about 120 so that is good. She will definitely be in ICU through Friday. Tomorrow an orthopedist should be taking samples from her shoulder and hip to find out what exactly is going on there. The "jigsaw puzzle" pieces are coming into place so hopefully by tomorrow we'll have yet more info. By the way I'm doing fine. I had a nice dinner at the Mellos tonight and will be eating at the Baileys tomorrow and of course I'm working.
3/18
Some of you have probably heard, but I wanted to send a note out to everybody that Mom/Memere/MaryAnn is in Newport Hospital right now. She has been having severe joint pain for the last few days and today was much worse so after a visit to the doctor it was decided to send her to the emergency room. The main finding is very high blood sugar (over 600) along with an infection that they are still looking at. Right now she is in the ICU and resting comfortably. They are giving her insulin and antibiotics by IV. They wanted her in ICU to ensure that they could watch everything very closely. I'm sure that she will be in the hospital for at least Thursday. I'll keep everyone informed after I see her tomorrow.
3 comments:
Our prayers are with you for a speedy recovery.
Im glad your surgery went well, and hope you recover well!
I'm sorry to hear she has not been feeling well. It doesn't seem right when women like Sis Kohl are down -- please give her our love. We pray for a quick recovery and that they are able to find the source of her pain. Jonathan and Cindy Ward
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