Carolyn has already got up and walked around as she's supposed to do each shift (3 times per day) and sat up for a couple of hours. She's determined to go home on time or even early, if possible. The surgeon had said she would have a 7 to 10 day post-operative stay so the earliest discharge date is this Friday and the latest next Monday. Not much happens over the weekend anyway. She had also already shampooed her hair. Her bladder catheter is to be removed this afternoon.
The surgeon was at her bedside this morning, bringing her up to speed on what he'd said . He said that about 2.5% of cancer located in the stomach is lymphoma which is what her second round of biopsies showed. If that is confirmed on the last batch of biopsies there is even a chance that Carolyn will not need any chemotherapy, The cancer will have been cured by the surgery. We, of course, would love to hear such a prognosis.Carolyn thanks all those who have sent cards and flowers. She still welcomes phone calls and short visits.
That would be great news! We hope she is feeling well and recovers quickly!!
ReplyDeleteGet the book Three Dog Life. It is a good read even if you aren't tethered to IVs and all.
ReplyDeleteFor dry mouth go to Walmart, Walgreens, etc. and buy some Oral Balance. Smosh a little on teeth and tongue and you are good for the night. Don't know how long it lasts in the day.
Don't let anyone push your morphine drip!!
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