Update & Prayer Request: March 21, 2009

Day 10 of the IV antifungals was infused at the hospital last night. I went to the IV Infusion Room and it was full of people (it is supposed to close at 5, when I have been scheduled, to keep me away from other patients). I looked at the nurse and she gave me a knowing acknowledgment. I sat down and she left the room. The woman next to me began coughing and tells me she has pneumonia. WHAT? I picked up my bags and walked out.

The nurse returned and I told her I would bypass my IV versus sitting in that room. She arranged for me to be put in a semi-private room with an elderly woman (non-contagious).

Today, I am making the transition back to at-home IV's. All of the IV supplies and medication arrived yesterday. I am still awaiting final culture ID and sensitivities to see if we are on track with these two antifungals selected by the infectious disease doctor and trusted family physician.. I am currently hooked up to the IV, in my pajamas, with my favorite quilt and laptop, all under the watchful eye of my oldest daughter (nurse).

I am very weak and need strength and stamina to return. Labs will be repeated on Monday, so please pray for these results. I am facing some difficult decisions this week, so I need discernment and guidance to make the right choices for myself.