back to the hospital

Marty had a very challenging week with severe discomforts including excessive cramping, bloating and vomiting. Last night was his worst night ever since surgery in 2004. He vomited every 5 minutes and had very terrible cramping. He went to Urgent Care this morning and was admitted to the hospital for observation and testing.

Marty is getting great care and attention, and is more comfortable now with an IV hydration drip and possible morphine for pain. The internist at the hospital was very thorough, asked great questions, and was rather appalled that we have been living with his limited quality of life for so long. The hope here is that with new thinking and new doctors we can find a cause and a solution to his condition.

Marty has travel plans to see his mother in Chicago this weekend. Although it doesn't seem likely to me that he will be able to travel, he is keen to go ahead. We will see.

Friends and family have been very supportive and helpful. Big thanks to Lindsey and Matt for arranging a ride to the hospital for me! Don't worry everybody, I am fine, and have good coping skills. I know when to ask for help and who to ask for help. We are blessed by good friends and caring family.

Of course, as life would have it, my dear mother fell and fractured her toe and finger, thus rendering her unable to care for herself without assistance beyond my father's loving care. She has been in the hospital also and was just released to home late today. When it rains, it pours.

I will keep you all updated as to Marty. Know that he is in good hands!

We hope for the best, as always.