Getting There
930pm Monday 06 December 2010
We went to a post-operation appointment with Dr Kit Fox, the surgeon, today. We reviewed last week’s MRI and CT scan.
No cancer was observed. Michele does have some other problems with fluid collection and pressure. Dr Fox thinks that the fluid accumulation will be reduced over time as Michele’s brain heals. There are a few patches of blood in several areas of her brain. There is nothing that can be done about the blood patches and they will be watched closely.
The infection appears to be under control. Michele will continue the every six hours infusion treatment through early January.
Dr Fox believes that Michele should recover from the Thanksgiving eve surgery in three to six weeks. Our next appointment is scheduled for Monday, 27 December.
Dr Chadha, the oncologist, may restart chemo treatment in mid January.
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Michele had her first home visit from a physical therapist today. They worked on using the walker. She does not drive a walker any better than she aims her automobile. She sometimes gets frustrated and simply carries the walker in front of her. I guess that she would put it down on the floor if she started to fall. I learned today that using a walker is not as easy as it looks.
She made progress today in all areas, although as always, she does much better in the mornings and experiences great difficulty talking if she does not get to nap from about 2pm to 4pm.
In summary, we are getting there, but still have a long way to go.
RKS
1 comment:
Hi Michele - So glad to know you are home. My kids have strep throat. Once that is past, I'll come for a visit. Don't want to give you that on top of verything else! Love, Michele Mobley
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