Larry continues to gain strength and stability. He walks around now without his walker. He has been spending more time on the deck, at the table, etc. Stairs are still difficult but he is coming along. We were able to cut his hair this weekend and we even had our normal Saturday night dinner together.
Having the heart assist pump in and out several times through his groin while he was in the hospital has caused a circulation issue in his right foot that isn’t resolving as it should. Larry saw a couple of doctors last week, and is seeing another tomorrow. Nothing has been determined yet, but it is possible he might lose part of the foot. The doctors have assured him that he will still be able to do everything he wants to if it comes to that. It's not exactly what we were all hoping for but we know the pump was necessary at the time and probably a big part of why he is here today. And, we are SO glad he is here. We will keep you posted as more on this is determined.
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Still thinking of you everyday and hoping and praying for the best. You have come a long ways and I know you will keep improving. I am so glad it is summer time for your recovery.
ReplyDeleteAll is well here.
Love to all,
Aunt Helen
Hang in there, Larry!! Keep doing what you are doing & again, PATIENCE is the key word here. There are so many people so relieved that you are here & you have a lot of Grandpa duties to perform yet, so keep on being strong!!! Love you, Cheryl
ReplyDeleteWell, Larry, so far everything is working out for the best and like Cheryl and Aunt Helen said, you've come a long ways, so hang in there, we're all pulling for you.... Glad you're getting stronger each day and able to get out on the deck and enjoy this "Colorado" weather - we're traveling next week w/family to SD & Colorado.
ReplyDeleteSo take care,
Love ya, Jeri (& Ron & Aunt Eloise, too)