Julie, what a wonderful outing! How brave you two have been. You are a beacon for me to follow.
I'm so glad the Lexapro is working. I wanted you to know that at times Doran was up to 60 mg, before his second surgery, so if they suggest a higher level, it might help. And the longer he takes it, the better it will get.
I am going to have to ask Doran's doctor about Zofran. Is Dick getting pills or injection? Is it for nausea and vomitting, or just for appetite? Doran's appetite is still pretty much non-existant. He ate just a few bites today.
I called him tonight, and he said he had ordered a stir-fry, but I don't know how much he ate. I wish I were there, but I'm here, and doing laundry, and making a "nest" for him to come home to. The nurses are doing their best, and he sounded pretty good when I talked to him. I left him his cell phone, so he can call me.
Your grandkids sound wonderful. What a joy they must be to Dick. Does he take pictures of them? Maybe he could post some on this site, with his own picture.
Keep doing those things he likes, and good luck with getting the wheelchair and ramp. We've gotten a new bed, and I put together a new patio set for him to use when he comes home. Our son came home today for a few hours to start the basement remodel for the new hot tub. I just hope he stays healthy enough to use these for a while. Just to see him home and sitting on the deck would be wonderful.
Tell Dick he is a great example for my husband.
Have you filed any disability claims with SS? Or is he on SS already? If this is too intrusive a question, feel free to ignore. I just filed on line for disability yesterday, and have an interview set in September.
I'm glad you found a doctor closer to home, too. That should make things easier.
Hang in there, and thanks for posting!
Stephany in Iowa