Hi everyone, not sure if anyone remembers my story (well my fathers) from late 2014. In October that year he received a life saving transplant, in large part due to the help from this messageboard....
Hi everyone, Just wanted to let you all know that Dad is out of the hospital and back home. He was treated for minor rejection but things seem to be stable now. ML, how was that storm?????...
Just another quick update. They started him on some steroid treatment last night to see if his numbers improved, but after his labs today they determined they hadn't, so they are beginning to rule...
Great stuff gentlemen. Ziff, sappy no. True, very. A sentiment that we rarely ever stop and really let soak in. I try and echo that to him (and I'll admit myself every day on my way to work) but...
Thanks all. Yes my mom is actually staying with him during his stay. She is being very positive and trying to keep him in good spirits. As an update, the doctors told us that the ultrasound looked...
Well his labs came back slightly elevated even more. So they are admitting him since we came from so far. They still haven't let us know the findings of the ultrasound but based off his labs alone...
Hi all, At the hospital now. Feeling very anxious. Dad just had his ultrasound. We are now waiting for the results. He said that the people doing the ultrasound mentioned they found a leak? Not sure...
Thanks! I miss being around as well. I have just been going through so much, but it is AMAZING how time flies. I too can not believe it's almost been a whole year. The past 10 months have been a...
Horatio, you certainly are in great hands here. And you are right, you need support just as well to go through it all. I can say enough kind words about the people on this board such as David, Ziff,...
Thanks ML, glad to hear these bumps in the road can be overcome. We were all so excited about his 1 year anniversary and how well he has been. Hopefully this is just par for the course. We all...
Hi everyone. Hope things are going well for everyone. It has been quite a while since I have had a chance to post. Things have been going so well with dad (Thankfully) since all other things in life...
Hi all, Wanted to chime in and give yet another update. Dad seems to be doing well. It is as if he is living life regularly. It truly is a miraculous sight. He is still rather tired a lot and still...
ML, So glad to hear about the overall good news. You certainly are one of the people that have given your all for someone else. That is amazing. Hoping for all the best! Please get some needed rest!...
Thank You all! The comments mean a lot coming from you guys! David...you sure were right. Lol TM, thank you for the kind words. Dad told me to thank you all on his behalf as I mentioned to him where...
Hello everyone! I can not believe how time flies! It has been a while since I posted even though I have kept up with many of your threads. But today I wanted to stop in and let everyone know what is...
Hi Sean, good to hear from you. I too have been overwhelmed with work but come on quite a bit to see how everyone is doing. I am glad though that despite everything you are able to be at work and...
TM, sorry to hear that it hasn't worked out yet. But as you said, it needs to be the right fit and you have to put the trust that the team is making the right decision. But I am confident it will...
Hi all! Hope everyone is doing well. Things have been crazy busy on my end. Life I tell ya... I have been going through sooooo much (But that is another story) I wanted to update everyone on my dad....
His pain did go away and he even had 2 of the best days he has had in a while since then. This recovery sure is tricky. David you are so right about just being happy with a second chance. I know he...
I hope Mike is doing better and starts the year off on the right foot. I know what you mean about it always being something. Dad is doing better but still has some pain. I made it a point to get to...
ML, My dad actually did mention pancreatitis as a concern. I plan on checking on him shortly. I fear this is one of those not so uncommon hospital stays coming up especially right on the New Year....
Hi all, Wanted to chime in and let you all know of any bumps along the road. Yesterday my dad started complaining of sharp stomach (Lower abdominal) pain. It seems to be at the pit of his stomach and...
Hi all, Rkayne, ML, TM, David and others, thanks for the posts. I have been going through a LOT at work to the point I had "the talk" of what my future in the company holds. The demands there and on...
Dad is doing ok this week. A bit better than last. He is still emotionally all over the place but last week was much worse. He would cry and get negative everyday. This week he seems a bit more...
65 pounds is a ton! My dad is at 62 pounds since the surgery. He just doesn't seem to be eating much. In general he was average weight I'd say. So he is certainly on the extremely thin and sickly...
I wanted to stop in and give an update on how things are going with my dad. Overall things I believe are going well. His labs keep showing stability and that of course is a huge relief. Thanksgiving...
TM, Absolutely I will let you know what meds he is on. I will gather that info. That's what we are all here to do. Help out. I am sure the mister will one day be post tp with you as his support. It...
Hey all! Things have been moving along well. Dad is getting into his routine and he is starting to mentally and emotionally enjoy life much more now. My Grandmother is in town and staying with him to...
Great story and incredible outcome. Very well said and you truly seem to have had a life changing view of life. I can attest to this as well. Knowing you did all that you could to help and have a...
It is very reassuring to hear that this is not uncommon and that it is not something to overly worry about at the moment. It's amazing that for the first time this morning I woke up and thought to...
TM, I got back home a few hours ago. It was an overall good appointment. The staples are out and his wound healed very nicely with no infections at all. The best part of the appointment was when the...
ML, he sure does know and he says the mystery is solved on how I was informed on his situation. He is doing what I would consider well but he is certainly hitting one of those down times. But as we...
Hi all, Sorry I haven't given a more frequent report as it has been a very rough week. Apart from having my dad back home and helping them out with small repairs that came up at their house, I have...
David, I agree. It doesn't look normal. I was a bit surprised they just stitched it up when it was still draining quite a bit. I'll comment on that....
ML, He doesn't appear to have tremors. He is actually looking better right now than he did right before he went in. Even though this happened so fast, he was in pretty bad shape the weeks leading up...
TM, yes I have you both to thank. Sean originally posted it and you brought it back to light during a moment I was very lost! This site has been a life changer and it is great that we can all help...
Hi Sean, My dad was discharged yesterday. It was a long day so I am barely writing about it now. We were given some instructions and went over the medication. Being overwhelming is an understatement!...
ML, all the best to Mike! I think your last paragraph says it all. To even have a chance at all is the right outlook. I think it makes dealing with the challenges much easier. It seems from your...
TM, Thanks! I do plan on writing a very nice and detailed letter to the hospital and the transplant team when this is all over. They have been great the entire time and the dual listing decision has...
Sean, I have tried to get my mom to take a breather, but she holds strong that she will feel better right there with him. My dad is eager to get out, he knows being at the hospital right now is where...
Just wanted to keep everyone updated on the progress. Dad is still in the hospital (Day 12) still having issues with bowel movements and going on his own. The tube is still in his nose to drain...
TM, I believe his disability was started last August which means we still have about a year to wait for Medicare which would be huge because the medication coverage is better than it would be now....
TM, He was approved for his disability a few months back. I know there is a certain time frame he needs to wait until he is able to get insurance. I will speak with the financial coordinator and see...
I told my dad that the next time he sees me it will be when I go pick him up! I hope that is the case. My boss says "That's great news, hopefully it's during the weekend so you don't have to miss...
ML, he is very very miserable. Even the nurses felt bad for him which says a lot. They did say that the pain meds contribute to this and therefore cut the dose in half. The doctor said the pain meds,...
Hi Everyone, thank you for the encouraging words and wishes. I sure need it right about now. I just got back from a weekend hospital visit and I wish I could say it was all good. First, when I showed...
So I was updated that my dad has finally had the draining tube from his nose removed last night and was given some jello and a bit of soup. This morning he had more of the same but he said the soup...
Mae, that is unless my children take as long as I do to get started!...
retired, Thank you and I am glad to hear you are doing so well. Hearing you say you feel like a whole new person is what makes me feel great. I hope in a few months I can see the dad I once knew. I...
Mae, my mom is extremely happy. My whole family is as well. I am happy to have stuck with it all. I can not wait until he is back home again! As for food good thing I asked! My dad sure loves his...