Early Update - Day +11

Lynn received the results on her liver ultrasound - they didn't find any clots, which is good news but there are some blood vessels (?) that they're going to monitor.  The chemo puts great strain on the liver and kidneys as there is a lot of cell waste that is being created and must be processed by the body.  Her kidney function results (creatinine levels) have been normal but they continue to monitor both.  Lynn didn't have any pain when the doctor was pushing on her liver so that's a good sign.  She's still yellowish in color, though.
She also had some Lasix yesterday (diuretic) as she was starting to puff up from retaining fluids.  She's gained about 4-5 Kg in the past few days.  It seemed to help by the evening as she wasn't looking quite as swollen.  We're also hoping it will help her lungs as she's quite congested.  They sent her for a chest x-ray yesterday morning which showed some fluid build up in her right lung and around her heart.  I'll get an update on this later today.
Otherwise, she continues to struggle with the pain and getting some sort of consistent pain control - even with the pump.  Talking and swallowing continue to be near impossible so we're getting pretty good at some sign language when she needs something. 
The doctor mentioned yesterday that they may not give her the dose of methotrexate that is due today because of some of these symptoms.  Although they're relatively normal, they're starting to be at levels that are causing some concern. 
Last night we were able to get Lynn showered and up for a walk.  Her back is starting to get sore from spending so much time in bed.  This seemed to perk her up a bit and she got through opening the rest of her presents.  The Kobo e-reader from her Mom was a big hit and I've been instructed to bring it back today so we can figure out how to use it (LibraryKaren - Lynn thought of you when she received it - she also received some 'real' books so things are still okay for now :).  She also quickly put out her 'healing angel' from my Dad's family and keeps it by her bedside.  There are many thank you's to be said and shared which will be coming from Lynn when she's feeling better. 
Final note: Lynn has quite enjoyed all of the Christmas and colourful socks that she's received from many of you over the past few weeks.  She loves showing them off and always gets quite the comments from the doctors and nurses when they're doing her pedal pulses.  It's been a great pick me up for her and the staff!
Today is Lynn's Mom's last day here in Calgary before she heads home to Barrie.  I believe that David is going to get her to the hospital for a visit before she flies out.  I'll post another update later today when I see how Lynn is doing.
Happy Boxing Day!
Irena