Last Friday, Mom went for an MRI. Let me tell you, I was very proud of how well she did with it. The doctor has asked for four scans to be conducted, in sequence. With each scan lasting about 45 minutes, she on the MRI table for about 2 1/2 hours. That is hard enough for healthy people to do.
She did great, though, and stuck it out so that all the scans could be completed. We are waiting on the results, though Dr. Aurora said if anything serious was seen, he would contact us quickly. So far, no contact, so I am hopeful that the scans showed what was expected.
We now have a home-health organization providing care for Mom twice a week (for now). Thanks to everyone who sent suggestions on companies. I hope that Dad will eventually become comfortable enough with having them around that he will get some rest, but if not, he'll just have to deal with it. I'm most concerned about making sure Mom has some help.
Next on the agenda is to get a ramp built at the front of their house. Does anyone know of any companies that specialize in ADA-compliant ramps for elderly people? If so, drop me a note.
Mom is doing about the same as she has been for the past month or so. She is still spending lots of time in bed sleeping. One thing that is different is that there really is no established routine anymore. Some days, she will be up by 10 AM, other days she won't get up until 2:30 PM or 3:00. It's driving my dad crazy. Well, crazier.
Our next appointment with Dr. Aurora is June 28th. We will talk again about whether or not we should resume chemotherapy treatments.
Chronicling my mother's battle with lung cancer.
Thanks for the update, Mike. Sounds like Norma continues to be a real trouper! Tell her I am proud of her. We continue to pray for her. Please give her a hug from me.
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Nancy
Mike,Thanks again for the update. I'm glad you are getting some help in for your mom. It will help your dad, too, in the long run (my opinion, of course). Thank you for stepping up to the plate to do what is necessary for the quality of your parents' life (and yours).
ReplyDeletePlease send our best to your mom from the New Mexico high country. We think of her always in prayer and in just thoughts winging her way. She is a true friend. Take care of yourself as well and your beautiful family. These are tough times. Love, Kathy and Pat
Thanks for the update. Prayers sent.
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Thank you for taking the time to provide these updates.
ReplyDeleteAlways thought Norma was tough, but 2 and 1/2 hours on an MRI table puts her in the amazing category as far as I'm concerned.
Love to Norma and your Dad.
Barb Smith