Last night was kind of rough here in Durham. Burns woke up with rather intense pain in his legs and lower back, very similar to the pain John experienced when he received the neupogin shots. Since we can't take Tylenol at will, we had to call the nurse on call at the hospital, and she told us to take another Adavan. That, along with a relaxing heating blanket, eased the pain, so Burns could go back to sleep. I was left wide awake, so coffee was my best friend today :)
He awoke to more pain and when we arrived to the clinic, the doctor prescribed him some pain pills to help alleviate the pain while at home. All of his blood levels were stable, except that his kidney functions were elevated. He received some fluid, and told him to drink, drink, drink. Normally a Blackwell gets excited when told this, but when your body is beat up and all you want to do is sleep, it is hard to get down fluid. He is being a trooper though, and is doing his best to drink all he can- I encourage everyone to buy up some stocks in gatorade.
We are hoping for a better, easier night tonight! One way to ensure this would be a big victory by UNC!! While this might upset some of you State fans, and I'm risking starting a long argument and ugly comments below here... Go way back, and I mean WAY WAY WY back to your early childhood- duke is puke, wake is fake, nc state is the one i hate!! GO HEELS and GO BURNS!!!!!
-Laura
Test--------- Burns------- (Normal Range)
White Blood Count---- 0.3----(3.2-9.8) (this will go to 0)
Hemoglobin---- 9.6----(13.7 - 17.3) (they try and keep it above 8.0)
Platelet---- 49----(150-450) (they try and keep it above 10)
White Blood Count---- 0.3----(3.2-9.8) (this will go to 0)
Hemoglobin---- 9.6----(13.7 - 17.3) (they try and keep it above 8.0)
Platelet---- 49----(150-450) (they try and keep it above 10)
Brad and I continue to follow the blog - we are inspired by your strength and bravery! We know that this is a tough time, but what amazing progress you have made. We are with you every step of the way (including frozen pizza!) Many prayers coming your way - xxx Court and Brad
ReplyDeleteGooo Burns! We are praying for you every day! Hope tomorrow will be a better day. Thank you for the great post, Laura. I know you are taking such good care of Burns.
ReplyDeleteWe love you! Emily, Doug, Miller and Grady
Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
ReplyDeleteCan't remember the exact verse, but praying for so much joy you can hardly stand it.
Remember, This is where we are the lucky few! We see you shine, we see you fight, we see you strong, and we see you light the night as you channel God's great healing power! You have SO got this!!!