Wednesday, May 5, 2010

MDA-Wednesday

I really don't know much, but I'll tell you what I do know. They did a biopsy on his spine today and he'll find out the results in a few days. Also, they did a 3rd catscan today. All three have been a bit different and today's involved adding contrast through his IV. He still hasn't seen his doctor so nobody has been able to read any of his previous scans. My aunt did talk to another family staying in the hospital and they reassured her that this is very normal for MDA. He said the last time his daughter was in the hospital after several days of testing she was released with no answers. Days later she had an appointment with her doctor and he reviewed all of the tests and started treatment. My only assumption is that while in the hospital they do the research, try to get you comfortable/stable and then release you to continue treatment. The doctor will then have more information than before and decide what to do. Lastly, he is still not able to keep food down. They are trying a new nausea medication hoping to get him to eat. Oh, and the Lasiks did successfully drain the fluid off of his body. I'm not sure if his lungs look better but I do know his swelling has gone down. Thanks for the prayers.

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  1. Mark and family, we are sorry about the recent events, and sincerely hope and know you will get better. These are trying times, and it is in crisis mode when we suceed with the largest victory. We are confident you and your family will make it through. Please please please let us know if we can do ANYTHING. We would love to come by a visit, but understand if you want/need your time to recover, but let us know if there is a good/better time for you guys. We love you and wish the best, and know things will get better! talk to you soon! The Webb's

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