I'm likely going to fall asleep any moment, so I thought I'd make a quick effort to update you. My stomach woes have continued and become more frequent; the doctors started me on an antibiotic today just to be cautious, as I also have increased pain in my abdomen. I received another shot of G yesterday and today, and the doctors are pleased with where my white counts are (low). I received another transfusion of platelets today again as they were heading south. Overall, I'm handling the hassle of my stomach issues pretty well, but I am getting pretty exhausted.
Due to a faulty sink in my room and the risk that any renovation/construction pose for someone with no infection-fighting neutriphils, I had to move to a different room today. Luckily for me, mom and dad were up at that time, and between the patient care assistants and them, the move was relatively smooth. So now I have a different view, of the river and downtown. Always nice to have a change. It's also a little quieter down this hallway, so perhaps I'll get some rest, which I desperately need.
While I didn't post yesterday, it was very nice to get comments and guestbook entries from everyone. It does give me a boost to see my red light flashing on my blackberry and makes me feel not so isolated! Cheers - enjoy your day and appreciate every normal bowel movement you have!
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Hey Trish
Your post tonight made me laugh!!! I recently had my gall bladder removed and am very familar with irregular(not normal) bowel movements so we can laugh together.
Our continued thoughts and prayers are comingyour way!!! Hopefully you will get some rest soon!
Sheree martin
Hi Tricia,
Our prayer tonight is that you are able to get some much-needed rest, and that your stomach pain & problems cease to be. Our thoughts, prayers, and love are being sent your way.
Lots of love from both of us,
Bob & Mary Ellen xoxooxox
Hey Tricia,
I hope the stomach troubles go away for you soon :) It's nice to see that sense of humour of yours shining through in all of this!
I hope you get some rest and no more leaky sinks! It sounds like you have a nice view with your new room. Enjoy!
Love Sonia
Dear Tricia,
We woke up this morning to find your latest posting. You made us laugh right out loud with your closing advice. In this household, normal BM's will never be "passed off lightly" again!
We are grateful that your doctors continue to be so attentive to your care. It makes good sense for you to take an antibiotic when infection is such a big threat to your recovery. Strategies for increasing your white counts and for raising your blood platelet levels can only help, too. Now, if the abdominal pain and bathroom discomfort would only stop, you could get the sleep you need. Exhaustion is its own serious health issue.
You seem to like your new room with its different perspective on Calgary and its quieter surroundings. Still, considering the way you have been feeling, the move must have been a huge undertaking. Thank God your Mom and Dad were there to ease another rough patch in your journey. They have become experts at doing that, haven't they!
Your blackberry is our line of communication with you, Tricia. We're delighted to hear that its red light signals our presence and breaks your isolation. That's the next best thing to being able to drop in on you.
Just one week ago today, you had your transplant, Tricia. You have come a long way in so short a time. Once again, we are hoping that you can ease up on the oars and rest a bit, just for today.
Lots of love,
Louise and David
Hi Tricia,
It is amazing that you can post when you are tired, but we are always so grateful to hear from you.
We hope the discomfort and pain will soon subside, that the counts will continue to rise, that the much-needed rest will arrive, and that you enjoy your scenery change as you return to good health.
Love, prayers and admiration,
BJ
Tricia, we are always praying for you, though the kids will get a kick out of praying for some "good poops" for Auntie Tricia tonight! ; )
We love you, Trish. Sleep tight.
Hi Tricia,
We are sending our love prayers and energy your way. Thank you for the posting.
Love Uncle Ed and Deanie
Hi Tricia,
I hope this new day brings some more comfort for you!
Thinking of you..
Sonia
Dear Tricia,
Thank you so much for the update. I am so glad to hear that the doctors are starting antibiotics to be cautious about your increased stomach pain. I am praying that today it will settle down and let you take some desperately needed rest..the constant up and down to the bathroom can only be very exhausting on your body.
You are doing fantastic and I am so glad that you had lots of assistance for your room change. It is a beautiful day today, so I will send calm bowel ~~~vibes~~~to you so that you can rest and take in the new view of the river.
We love you, Tricia, and send our love and blackberry hugs to you this morning. We're checking in with you all the time and carrying you in our hearts.
Barb
Between you and my triathlete blogs I read I've read more about people bowel movement! They call theirs the poop fairy.
I heard that a cup of Tim's coffee should do the trick! Get your Mom to pick you up some!
I don't have anyone to go to the movies with, so hurry up will ya! Miss you!
Hi Tricia,
Your post brought a smile to my face this morning when I read it. It is so nice to know that you carry your sense of humour even through the hard times.
I like that you have a view of downtown now! I have a view up to the NW from my office tower so I will wave to you and send my prayers and positive energy straight towards you!
Looking forward to your next post and hoping it brings good news. xoxox
Love Lindsey
Good morning Tricia,
I think a change of scenery can only be counted as bonus.
Now, the best bonus would be a little respite from the stomach woes,and a little catch up on missed sleep.
Hopefully the antibiotics will do their job of fighting
wathever is brewing in there.
Thinking of you
Dominique and George
Hi Tricia,
Just dropping in to say hi and to make your red light flash...
Also to tell you that an old friend made contact today and is meeting with her quilting group tonight.They get together to make quilts and to pray together. So you will be included in their prayers from now on.
Love, BJ
Hi Tricia,
It's afternoon now and I know I just posted to you this morning, but I wanted to pop by and tell you that I'm hoping that you have had a better day today. Tummy troubles go down and good cell counts go up!!!
Love you
Barb
Hi Tricia,
Thanks for the post.
My immune system has pulled out the pom-poms and mascot and is rooting and cheering for yours. Go cells go!
Enjoy the new view.
Love and healing energy
mart
Tricia,
From one "the glass is half full" girl to another, your postivie attitude rocks! Your ability to find the good and beauty in the small things is amazing. "It is almost impossible to watch a sunset and not dream." I hope your new view will give you some beautiful sunsets to enjoy.
Good night and love from Michele
Hey Tricia...
Hope things are going better, we are all thinking of you!
Up with the white cell count!!!!
Love Sonia
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