Journal entry by Debbie Heiman — 31 minutes ago
Scott's stomach was feeling much better today, so we didn't end up seeing GI specialists. Scott's counts keep getting better, and he is no longer neutropenic. They told us we could go home around noon, and we were home before 2PM.
All of the doctors agreed that Scott should not go back to work until Monday. They also said that he shouldn't be pushing himself so hard by working 10-12 hour days. He needs to be told to slow down sometimes. He is a hard worker, and that's a great quality to have, but not when it jeopardizes your health. They want him to be extra cautious and take it easy during the weeks following chemo. That's when his white blood counts drop and he is at more risk for getting sick. Sticking to desk work was recommended during those times.
We are so so happy to have him home in time for Thanksgiving! We will go to Froedtert on Wednesday for labs and to meet with one of Dr. Charlson's nurses. We want to make sure his counts are all still looking good. If so, we'll head up north to Scott's parents house for Thanksgiving.
Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers. We wish everyone a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!
All of the doctors agreed that Scott should not go back to work until Monday. They also said that he shouldn't be pushing himself so hard by working 10-12 hour days. He needs to be told to slow down sometimes. He is a hard worker, and that's a great quality to have, but not when it jeopardizes your health. They want him to be extra cautious and take it easy during the weeks following chemo. That's when his white blood counts drop and he is at more risk for getting sick. Sticking to desk work was recommended during those times.
We are so so happy to have him home in time for Thanksgiving! We will go to Froedtert on Wednesday for labs and to meet with one of Dr. Charlson's nurses. We want to make sure his counts are all still looking good. If so, we'll head up north to Scott's parents house for Thanksgiving.
Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers. We wish everyone a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!
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