Update on oggbashan's health

[oggbashan]

I feel for you, Ogg, but at least you're getting information, which will allow you to make the best decisions while you still can. The worst part. as many people going through this process have told me, is that the most frustrating thing was not having clear signposts.

That's why my medical daughter accompanies us. She and the oncologist can talk in medical terminology which my daugher (who is a palliative care sepcialist) can interpret into layman's langauge. She often does it for people whose native language is NOT English. I will shortly complete a medical power of attorney which will give my wife and daughter powers to make medical decisions for me if I am incapable. I will propbably sign a DNR (Do NOT Resusitate) power as well since i have several risk factors for a heart attack or stroke. I don't want to stay alive with multiple medical problems.

 

[oggbashan]

Blood tests done last Friday are apparently too old. So another trip into the city on Monday for more blood tests. Locally there is a ten working day wait time for blood tests. More bruising on my arms....

 

[Handley_Page]

Thoughts & Prayers, Ogg

 

[sirhugs]

Best of thoughts, Ogg

 

[Smuttyandfun]

Thoughts and prayers, Ogg.

 

[JaxRhapsody]

No. I tried once in a Mini. Since both I and my partner were over six foot tall it was impossible. Ny next vehicle was an Austin 16 - much more comfortable.

And I thought it was a chore in a Dodge Neon...

 

[JohnnySavage]

I've been thinking a great deal about you over the past few days and wanted to stop in and leave a note of encouragement and thanks. Encouragement because I know how wearing medical issues can be, and sometimes you just need to step back, take a deep breath, and persevere. Thanks because, over the years, you've given me a different perspective on many things, and always with class and dignity.

 

[Handley_Page]

Best Wishes, Ogg.

 

[oggbashan]

Apparently I'm cold. My temeperature, measured at the mobile clinic,was so low I should be in bed shivering and unable tto walk and talk -which I was doing. I measured at home half an hour later. Off the scale. My digital thermometer wouldn't record. Now? 32.8 - still low but I feel OK. Odd.

 

[TarnishedPenny]

 

[MetalRabbit51]

Keep yourself comfortable, Ogg. All strength to you in this struggle. Sending you energy.

 

[jehoram]

My temperature is usually at least one degree (Fahrenheit) below "normal." I tell the techs that it's considered normal on the planet I'm from.

 

[Winter_Fare]

Hope you're doing okay x

 

[Athalia]

That's why my medical daughter accompanies us. She and the oncologist can talk in medical terminology which my daugher (who is a palliative care sepcialist) can interpret into layman's langauge. She often does it for people whose native language is NOT English.

I've heard of a program that some hospitals in the American "Northwest" (Michigan or Minnesota or Wisconsin?) that uses retired doctors who volunteer their time to as sort of "ombudsman" service, where their mission is to explain medical terminology or treatment options for people who need it. I don't know if it's still around, but it seems like a very worthy pursuit for retired medical people. (I remember that their job was clearly not to give diagnoses but merely explain the treatment that was prescribed.)

 

[Duleigh]

I have a moleskin book that I write all my medical appointment notes in, and before my appointment is over I hand it to my doc to check for spelling then I take it home and google the hell out of it. It's the only way I get the straight story.

 

[TarnishedPenny]

I've heard about Ogg.
He's bed-ridden following a fall.

And now I need a mug of Tea.

3 April, 2023

 

[Kumquatqueen]

3 April, 2023

Thanks for the update. Wishing him well.

 

[Voboy]

Feel better, Ogg.

 

[BelleCanzuto]

Bed ridden after a fall sounds very bad.
HP - can you let us know if you hear anything else?

Thinking fondly of him and wishing him peace.

 

[Rustyoznail]

If you're reading this Ogg, I hope you're enjoying the sponge bath.

 

[Smuttyandfun]

All Good Wishes coming your way, Ogg.

 

[AloneTooLong]

Ogg, I can totally understand (I spent 2 weeks in bed after falling on a concrete driveway). Just rest, take your pain meds, sleep, eat what appeals, lots of fluids. Hopefully you didn't break any bones.

 

[TarnishedPenny]

Beware of the cute nurses, Ogg. They’re the ones with cold hands,

 

[Seadog777]

Beware of the cute nurses, Ogg. They’re the ones with cold hands,

Why is this ALWAYS the case???

I've had nurses that could've played trolls in The Hobbit that nice warm hands.
But every time I get a cute one, their hands are like Elsa living in the Ice Castle on Frozen.

 

[Duleigh]