Lori and I came in to visit Peter today and he had nothing hooked up to his port - no meds, no saline, no TPN, nothing - a very good sign. He is taking all his meds by mouth as of today and only gets his TPN at night. The doctor's would like his to decrease his fluid intake a bit and try to eat more solid foods so that his protein levels can continue to move up. His liver function tests are all back to normal. He is eating small amounts of soft solid foods and trying to increase caloric intake with boost, ensure and instant breakfast.
He is still having problems with fluid retention which is related to low blood protein. He wears his arms and legs mostly at night. He's still having trouble with his thigh highs, gonna try some biker shorts type pants today and see if that helps to keep them up.
As is stands now, we are gonna see if discharge is possible Tuesday afternoon - that way I can get back to Wilmington again, do laundry and take Lori to the airport. Then Wed. would be our first day at clinic and Dr. Horwitz thinks that maybe we could return to Wilmington sometime the next week.
Peter has checked with Dr. Horwitz, HR, and his boss at GE and the plan as it stands now (I think) is for him to begin work from home 4/14. He will have very limited physical contact with the office - maybe a trip in on the weekend for a short time, and I would go with him to be sure it is a short time!
Lori and I have had a nice visit. We've done some shopping and lots of eating out. We went to Duke Chapel yesterday and plan to go back today to listen to a program on quilting! Tomorrow we would like to go to the Flea Market and then meet Heather for brunch. Also would like to get to Duke Gardens. Of course, it has rained just about everyday since Lori has been here and that tends to put a damper on outdoor activities!
Not much else is new. Have a great day!
Wendy
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