I didn't make it to the hospital until early afternoon due to my fever and stomach bug but I was pleased to see Cheryl looking and acting much more chipper. Claire and Woody Reade had spent some of the morning with her and they had a good chance to visit.
Cheryl did her walk today, again without holding on to the IV pole. She ate almost the complete portion of macaroni and cheese and chocolate ice cream on her lunch tray. Shortly after I arrived, the nurse came in to draw blood for lab work prior to Cheryl receiving a bedside pleurocentesis. They planned to drain the effusion that has built up in her left lung cavity so she will be able to breathe easier.
During rounds this morning, she was told that it looks like she will probably be going home on Monday. Stand by for news and further developments on that front.
Since I wasn't feeling too hot, I went ahead and excused myself from the room. Just before I walked out, Cheryl asked me to give her a call later in the afternoon. This is the first time in the past week and a half that she has felt up to answering the phone for herself.
I gave her a call around 6:30 and we had a nice chat. They were able to drain the fluid successfully and she can already tell a difference in how deeply she can breathe. She wasn't allowed any dinner tonight just in case there were any problems or after effects from the procedure.
Please pray that her energy level will continue to climb and that I will get over my stomach bug quickly. I don't want to bring her home to a virus after all she has been through.
Praise Adonai! We will continue praying.
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Glad to hear that Cheryl is so much better --was really concerned and alerted Uncle Charles for special prayers. Of course, Aunt Marcie and Aunt Gen are also on call. Jud, take care of yourself, too. Wish I/we were closer to be able to help.
ReplyDeleteGood news again. You know that we are praying daily for you all. Take care of yourself Jud.
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