What a day Monday was. I had not eaten since 11pm the night before. I was to self-administer a Fleet enema one hour before heading for the hospital at 3pm. Unfortunately that little exercise completely depleted my energy. I became extremely dizzy and could hardly sit up straight much less stand. Martha called two of our neighbors, Jim and Dennis to help me down the stairs and into the car. They wheeled me to the edge of the stairs and were prepared to try and help me down. However, I knew I would pass out if I stood and they would have to maneuver my dead weight downstairs. So we called 911.
The Fire Department (just down the street) arrived in just a few minutes. Very professional and accomplished, but I knew they were good due to the times they came to the house for Martha's hip dislocations. They got me into an ambulance and after some degree of confusion at the hospital I got checked.
Fr. Robert from our church, St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal, was there. What a pastor and a friend. He has been with us for all of our hospital procedures.
Dr. A was late, which I understand is typical. ERCP procedure started shortly before 7pm and was over fairly quickly. My stent was undamaged but he did replace with another temporary. He said that something else was causing the jaundice and trouble eating, probably related to the lesions on the liver.
So now, we are waiting to get my first chemo, sometime later this week I hope. The oncologist, Dr. Kosmo should have some more insight on what the problems are and the possible solutions.
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I feel for you Bob, sorry you are suffering so...I hope this week brings some relief. I watched my Dad go thru it, and know how hard this will be. Stay smiling, and we hope to visit you soon
Gia and Bob
Chelsea is turning 16, wow, how time flies, Bob and I together 9 years now....We sure miss you guys here in OC..
Take Care and God Bless you and Martha
As always, your positive outlook, giving spirit, and tenacious love of life are amazing:) I hope you now find some relief from the nausea, discomfort and pain.
You're in our family's thoughts and prayers for a fast recovery. Saw what you wrote about the "whipple" procedure - it will be great if that works! (...remember Mr. Whipple in the Charmin commercials from the 70's?...)
Melissa Metz :)
I'm so sorry for all the troubles you had to get trough. I wish Rusty and I could have been around and helped you more. But we are so relieve that you are ok.
We both love you very much.
Toy & Rusty
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