Today was Ron's clinic visit - he has labs done once a week - but it's been a month since he's seen the doctor(s). They were astounded that he's driving and back at work. I think the word of the day was GREAT! Here's the breakdown of the visit:
Prescriptions:
Bactrim (antibiotic) - this is his last month; once he takes his last pill, that's it.
Valcyte (antibiotic) - one more refill and he's done.
Problems:
Swelling in his left foot and ankle - the doctor is not sure what the problem is - he suggested Ron see his primary care physician and perhaps be referred to a vascular specialist.....in the meantime, the doctor said when Ron's at work with his feet under his desk - he should wiggle them about!
Bloodwork:
The word GREAT was used again; the doctor is very happy with Ron's bloodwork. There is a TINY issue though - his albumin is a little high - it could be the Bactrim - the doctor said Bactrim can cause the swelling - since Ron is on his last dose of Bactrim - we should be able to see that in his future bloodwork. Ron will continue to visit the lab for blood weekly. His next clinic appointment is in 3 MONTHS - can you believe it?!!
Weight:
They are thrilled with Ron's weight - at one time he was down to 135, and today he was 154.....YAY for weight gain (I never thought I'd be saying that).
Suggestions:
The doctor would like Ron to see a cardiologist; for those who have read the blog from the beginning, you'll remember when Ron was going through the pre-transplant testing we weren't sure he would pass the cardio test..........they did see some calcification - and in the end - it was chalked up as.......Ron is 63 and it's probably his age.
Since they did see the calcification and Ron's newest oddity - feeling his pulse in one ear - Ron will be seeing a cardiologist - just to see how he's doing.
When people ask how Ron is doing (and they do, several times a day) - I say he's GREAT!......and he is.
Right now Jerry is going through liver transplant surgery, probably in the recovery room, and Chandra is waiting to see him........Chandra take heart in our journey - although a bumpy ride - it's all worth it!
Ron and Pam,
ReplyDeleteI love hearing all the good news. Pam.... I was surrounded by people today but there were times where I just wanted to talk to you because I knew you have been there. Thank you for taking time out of your day for me. You're my hero!!
My doctors are stumped about what's going on with my foot. It has swelled up like a balloon and they still can't figure it out. I asked my family doctor if perhaps I had gout and he said he checked my uric acid and my levels were fine. I hope you find out what's going on with Ron's foot.
ReplyDeleteI think it is amazing that Ron has done so many of these things in such a short time. It sounds like good news all the way around. My best to you both and I hope Ron's recovery continues on as well as it has been.