Tough Weekend

Radiation is over, but the side effects continue.  Joe has been so sick.  He ended up in the hospital today due to the immense pain he’s been experiencing.  He had been up all day and night fighting the pain.  He finally woke up this morning and said it was time to go to the hospital.  Joe has such a high tolerance for pain, so when he says it’s time to go, you know things are not good.  We spent the entire day at the hospital.  They said Joe was extremely dehydrated, had a bad infection and had a bowel obstruction.  Dr. S was very helpful and guided the ER doctors to figure out what was best for Joe.  They spent the day hydrating him and getting his pain under control. They wanted to keep him for a few days, but we (and Dr. S) convinced them Joe would do much better at home since they don't need to treat his bowel obstruction yet.  We will have to take him in daily for fluids and make sure we keep him on the pain medications until the effects from radiation subside.  Your prayers and support are so appreciated.  Joe spends his spare time going through all his cards again.  It always boosts his spirits.  Thank to all from the bottom of our hearts.  XOXO Sherrie, Joe and family