First Day at Duke

I had an uneventful move to Duke University Hospital last night. and I slept most of the night for the second night in a row, so that was very good. This morning I met my medical team as they made rounds. On Saturdays not much in the way of testing takes place, but of course they did draw more blood several times today.

The next step is a nerve test called an EMG I think. Also they are still waiting on blood panels (a series of blood tests related to one aspect) to come back from a California lab, so hope too have those early next week.

I did walk about 25 feet and back today using my new walker, so that was good. Pain management is improving but we need to find something other than morphine as it has obvious drawbacks including rebound pain if used too long. My right leg is noticeably weaker when the doctor tested me this morning, and I noticed it when walking this afternoon. Some additional muscle problems have developed in my lower bowel. Without being too graphic, this is not a good problem to have.

Please continue to pray. Our confidence is in God who does all things well.