Tom's follow-up doctor's appointment was yesterday afternoon and it went pretty well. He has lost about 40 lbs in the past two weeks (due to the Lasix) which is not good so . . . no more Lasix. I'm wondering what I can do with the extra medication . . . hmmmm :-)
Anyway, the orders are to drink more fluid and eat more calories! Tom is not hungry much of the time and is struggling to eat good food. This might be due to the fact that he is dehydrated once again and therefore has no energy. He had bloodwork done yesterday so we're anxious to hear the results. I am praying that they will not put him in the hospital for IV fluids.
Tom has an appointment in mid-July with the gastroenterologist. His primary care physician is hoping medication will address the issues Tom is having - surgery is not really an option at this time.
Depending on how Tom feels, we may get to go and hang out with our friends Dennis and Diane for a while this weekend. That would be wonderful!
Please pray that Tom will not have to go to the hospital, that he will get some energy back and eat more. You all have been so faithful in keeping us in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you!
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