(from Jenny)
At the end of last week's post, my dad left off with the knowledge that he would be having surgery (but didn't know when) and the details of what would be done during his operation. Here's the latest since last Friday:
On Saturday, Dad passed out twice - once in the hotel room and again in the infusion center at the hospital. He was admitted to the hospital immediately so that the doctors and nurses had all the time they could get to increase his strength in preparation for the surgery.
On Monday, he had surgery to shut down his failing kidneys. This was done by clamping off the kidneys... the actual organs themselves were not removed. As a huge praise(!), Dad's vital signs were good throughout the procedure - thank you for your prayers for him!! He spent longer than expected in the recovery room because of extreme pain. It's been hard in the days following surgery to manage his pain levels and keep him somewhat comfortable.
The day after surgery, he was able to walk with assistance, which also means he was able to stand up without passing out!
On Wednesday, he began his first round (?) of dialysis. He is scheduled to receive dialysis every other day while at Mayo. When he returns home, I understand that he'll be going for dialysis 3 times/week. Many people have asked if he'll be able to do his dialysis treatments at home, but from what my mom explained, the type of surgery he had means that he is not a candidate for those "at-home" machines.
Wednesday afternoon, my parents learned that he would be in Minnesota a bit longer than originally anticipated. They need to keep him there until he can pass certain milestones in walking, eating, etc.
Thursday was a rough day pain-wise. After a conversation with the doctors, my parents were informed that after being discharged from the hospital (which may be Monday?), my dad will be transferred to a rehab facility for a bit. Because he's been feeling so bad post-surgery, he is not eating well (if at all) and hasn't been able to practice walking.
So, it looks like they'll be up North for a little while longer. And I think my parents are content with that plan! Mom has been spending the night at the hospital with him, and she told me today that the staff is very good about limiting those middle-of-the-night interruptions.
And Dad's allowed, on his new dialysis diet, to have lots of protein and mashed potatoes. The makings of a great Thanksgiving dinner, if you ask me!
Speaking of giving thanks, we are so very grateful for you and your continued prayers. You are an encouragement and a gift to our entire family. We are hopeful that the next few days will bring about some news of gained strength and diminished pain. We are looking forward to sharing again soon!
At the end of last week's post, my dad left off with the knowledge that he would be having surgery (but didn't know when) and the details of what would be done during his operation. Here's the latest since last Friday:
On Saturday, Dad passed out twice - once in the hotel room and again in the infusion center at the hospital. He was admitted to the hospital immediately so that the doctors and nurses had all the time they could get to increase his strength in preparation for the surgery.
On Monday, he had surgery to shut down his failing kidneys. This was done by clamping off the kidneys... the actual organs themselves were not removed. As a huge praise(!), Dad's vital signs were good throughout the procedure - thank you for your prayers for him!! He spent longer than expected in the recovery room because of extreme pain. It's been hard in the days following surgery to manage his pain levels and keep him somewhat comfortable.
The day after surgery, he was able to walk with assistance, which also means he was able to stand up without passing out!
On Wednesday, he began his first round (?) of dialysis. He is scheduled to receive dialysis every other day while at Mayo. When he returns home, I understand that he'll be going for dialysis 3 times/week. Many people have asked if he'll be able to do his dialysis treatments at home, but from what my mom explained, the type of surgery he had means that he is not a candidate for those "at-home" machines.
Wednesday afternoon, my parents learned that he would be in Minnesota a bit longer than originally anticipated. They need to keep him there until he can pass certain milestones in walking, eating, etc.
Thursday was a rough day pain-wise. After a conversation with the doctors, my parents were informed that after being discharged from the hospital (which may be Monday?), my dad will be transferred to a rehab facility for a bit. Because he's been feeling so bad post-surgery, he is not eating well (if at all) and hasn't been able to practice walking.
So, it looks like they'll be up North for a little while longer. And I think my parents are content with that plan! Mom has been spending the night at the hospital with him, and she told me today that the staff is very good about limiting those middle-of-the-night interruptions.
And Dad's allowed, on his new dialysis diet, to have lots of protein and mashed potatoes. The makings of a great Thanksgiving dinner, if you ask me!
Speaking of giving thanks, we are so very grateful for you and your continued prayers. You are an encouragement and a gift to our entire family. We are hopeful that the next few days will bring about some news of gained strength and diminished pain. We are looking forward to sharing again soon!
Comments
Take care my friends, keep warm; it is 58 here this am, so a little chilly for us.
May God warm your hearts, body and soul!
Ted & Carol W
love hugs Jon/Marilyn
Your faith is an inspiration and your testimony continues to be a witness to many. We cannot know exactly what you are going through, but Jesus knows. We are asking Him to heal, strengthen, comfort and sustain you. Looking forward to seeing you and all the family again soon.
Love, Tom and Margie
Thanks for the update. I can't believe that we are so busy here that we didn't even realize that Friday was Friday. The first thing we do EVERY Friday is read this blog. However, last Friday we were up and out the door and on the go the entire weekend. I have been touching base by email and FB with your Mom a wee bit.
We continue to pray and praise on your family's behalf. Hanging in there gets to be pretty tough at times; however, we know our God, and we know the Bugg family.
You remain in our hearts.
Lex and Linda