The First Mate is still recovering in the hospital, but we got some good news today. The MRI taken of her brain reveals no damage, so we know she did not have a stroke or a seizure. Her phosphorus and potassium levels were very low, unusual for a dialysis patient; she has had IV infusions for both and they have improved her stamina and color tremendously. Her anemia still causes problems with oxygenation, but another transfusion has improved that too, although she remains on oxygen now.

She may improve enough to come straight home in the next day or two, although we're hearing conflicting stories on that. No one thinks she needs an intermediate-care facility with the improvement she's shown so far, which relieves both of us. In the meantime, she's relaxing (ha!) in the hospital, and this time she promises that she will not leave until the doctors agree.

We'll see ...

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Captain Ed reports good news on the First Mate. In case you weren't aware, she's back in the hospital. TB and I are keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. If you stop by, please leave a comment wishing them... [Read More]

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Captain Ed reports good news on the First Mate. In case you weren't aware, she's back in the hospital. TB and I are keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. If you stop by, please leave a comment wishing them... [Read More]

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Captain Ed reports good news on the First Mate. In case you weren't aware, she's back in the hospital. TB and I are keeping them in our thoughts and prayers. If you stop by, please leave a comment wishing them well. [Read More]

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