Lynn was allowed to go home on pass again today. It was a longer day at the hospital as she had to have some IV magnesium and get her methotrexate (chemo/immunosuppressant). The side effects of the transplant and chemo are becoming more evident each day. Lynn's white cells were down to 0.1 today which means she's highly susceptible to infection.
As expected, her mouth and throat are starting to get very sore and talking and eating are becoming more difficult. The doctor gave her some 'Pink Lady' to take home today to help alleviate the pain and give her a chance to eat. A Pink Lady is a mix of Maalox or Pepto Bismol and lidocaine so it literally numbs her throat so that she can eat. I remember giving these to patients in the Emergency when I was a nursing student. They do work so hopefully that will help.
Reina and Betty came for a 'wee' visit last night. Brought some shortbread cookies and butter tarts - yum! Lynn still seems to have an appetite for some holiday sweets so that's good. Tonight will be one of rest for Lynn and we'll see what tomorrow brings. The nurse gave her two days worth of take home meds so we're hoping that she'll get at least one more night at home before she has to stay in the hospital.
Irena
Glad to hear you still love the sweets Lynn!!!
ReplyDeleteHope your day is as good tomorrow as it is today. Love always Terry and Janice