This morning was very busy for Dad. There were lots of doctors and nurses taking up time and space in his room so there was no time for me to update the blog until now.
His transplant counts continue to climb, he's at 5.1 on the white blood cells so this means his body will be able to fight infections. His hemoglobin and platelets are not in range yet but are still up enough that he doesn't need a blood transfusion. How nice it is for Dad to have one less thing.
He got out of bed yesterday afternoon and also this morning with the help of someone from physio. It's so wonderful to see him sitting in a chair! He does some leg and arm exercises but is so stiff that the movements are very slow. Every little bit counts and I know he feels better getting out of bed. Now he is sleeping soundly after a rough and busy morning.
They are still monitoring the fluid build up around his stomach but it has become less which means his kidneys are functioning better. The doctors are still concerned about his liver, he is still quite jaundiced and is still on oxygen.
Thank you again for all the cards and blog comments; they especially help Mom and give her a boost on the rough days. Dad is still only at the start of his long journey and the encouragement and prayers from friends and family give them the strength they need for this journey.
1 comment:
You and your family have been on my mind these past weeks. I have checked your blog everyday since your transplant. There are plenty of memories here for me. When I read about Angela sitting next to her dad's bed, listening to favourite CD, watching her dad sleep, my heart weeps. It's such a waiting game. I remember doing a lot of praying and Bible reading during the days of my dad's sickness.
We are praying for you, Mr and Mrs. deHaan. We know that there are and will be plenty of ups and downs. It's great to read that you have recently been able to get out of bed.
May our Heavenly Father help you everyday. May your hearts and minds be filled with the peace of his Word. He knows you and all that you feel and fear. He is always by your side.
Praying for you, Theresa Westrik-Boeringa.
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