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Monday, August 19, 2013

appointments, appointments, appointments...

Last week was a busy week. Monday was Pain Management, where the doc decided to order a new compounded pain medication that is applied topically. Unfortunately, the specialty pharmacy called yesterday to inform me that this medication is not covered by Bob's insurance and would I like to pay cash? How much, I ask. And am told it's $30.00 for a two day supply! Well, jeepers, forget that...

Then Tuesday, we were back to see the high-speed urologist, who zoomed into the room and ordered another ultrasound and zoomed away. This time, the ultrasound showed Bob retaining only 215 ml of urine. So the doc zooms back in and tells us everything is good, good, good! So it must've been the Vesicare, after all! And see me in six months! And off he zooms. Big sigh of relief here.

Wednesday morning, Chris came to sit with Bob so I could run around and try to find Bob's pain patches. Fortunately, I was able to obtain both at one pharmacy. Which is nothing short of a miracle.  And that also gave me time to pick up some groceries then gas up The Green Machine and dash to the bank and get back in time to get Bob ready for Wednesday afternoon PT.  I must admit that Bob has been very cooperative and the therapist has been timely in arrivals... But, man, are we going through the Ben Gay.

On Thursday, we were back at the foot surgeon's office to have Bob's pins pulled and where they took yet another x-ray and I was rather shocked to see there is a BIG METAL SCREW in Bob's big toe which is permanent. So I guess we will be setting off metal detectors in the future. We also got all set up for another foot surgery on the 26th... The doc says he'll remove the knuckles and pin those two little toes this time, plus he has to do an additional "resection" on the smallest toe. Which all sounds quite painful. I do hope this works. I tell you, I am tired of dealing with this foot problem. And heartbroken every time we encounter this doctor and Bob begs him to "chop it off!"....

Friday was PT re-evaluation, where Bob got approved for 13 more sessions.

And maybe, one day, I'll be able to wake up in the morning and not be already exhausted...

Truth be told, I am beat.  And this week's schedule looks just as busy...




5 comments:

J.L. Murphey said...

Wow that sounds like a busy week. For us it was about the same. Monday- the plumber was here. I need a new drain field and the septic tank is cracked...tree roots. Tuesday- My rehab appt and visited my ortho because I broke a strap on my AFO. Wednesday- took hubby to cardiologist. He's back in congestive heart failure again. He's relapsed. Thursday- mad run to pharmacies because my usual one didn't have his pain meds. Something about it being on back order. Also had rehab. Friday- a trip to my foot doctor to cut my toe nails and get the ulceration on my foot debrided. Yeah, that was painful. Another trip to the pharmacy for a foot cream to heal it and prevent infection. Also played with making soap. Now, it's Saturday. I didn't make it to the bank or grocer. No doctors. Hubby is back on oxygen (face mask type), needs constant monitoring and it's our #2 grandson's birthday. Want to trade? :oP

Oh, I can relate, honey. Next week is the same too but neurology, my cardiologist, and pain management instead. Wowie! We need a break. Don't we girlfriend.

J.L. Murphey said...

I posted a longer message but the computer ate it. lol Enough to say, I can relate Diane. I hate captha.

Anonymous said...

Wow, what a busy schedule. And knowing what is required to get Bob ready for each day's travel, no wonder you are exhausted before the day even begins. Again, I applaud you for the hard and persistent work you continue to do for Bob.

Hugs and prayers, Dan

Theresa Loder said...

Hi Diane and Bob
Wow .....are there more than one of you? I remember weeks like that and when I read journals I can't believe we did all that...so glad you finally got transportation set up...what a job in itself..hope it works out getting the wheel chair folded up etc...
I do hear a little sigh of relief from you on that transportation...
It seems like no matter what is needed health wise everyone is not on the same page...and it makes it very hard for caregivers and patients
Sending hugs and prayers
Theresa

Barb Polan said...

Nice job juggling it all.

But are you making sue to take care of yourself, too?