Thursday, February 1, 2024

We're home! (again)

Well, we're back home. The doctors didn't find any underlying medical problems that would be causing Becky's nausea and weight loss. In fact, one of the doctors said that given how sick she was before and even after the transplant, she looked better than he expected and is near what he would consider best case scenario in terms of progress at this point. He added that we still a long road ahead given the toll on her body over the past few months, but he was encouraged and encouraging.

They changed a few medications and are trying a different formula for Becky's nutrition, and after a couple days at UTSW her nausea seems better. The lack of solid foods and all the various medications combined with her historically sensitive GI system make it almost impossible for her stomach to feel normal right now. So, I wouldn't say she's 100%, but at least she hasn't been throwing up (sorry for graphic mental picture).

There's really not much else to update. Becky's slowly getting stronger although she's still tired. She's trying to find things she can eat so we can get rid of the Dobhoff feeding tube, but she still doesn't have much of an appetite and most things still don't taste good to her. But on the plus side, she did eat a couple bites of waffle for lunch, and about a half scoop of Braum's ice cream on the way home. We're still working on the logistics of home care and transportation so I can return to the office.

That's about it. Overall, she's much more herself than she was a couple months ago. Feel free to call or text her (she doesn't do Facebook Messenger). Afternoons or evenings are probably better than mornings.

Thanks again for all the support and prayers as we continue the journey.

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