Irene’s follow-up appointment for her wrist fracture went well. The cast has kept the injured area protected and there’s absolutely “no movement” which will definitely foster the healing process. She returns to the doctor again next week. The cast will remain for 6 weeks from the injury date.
Thanks for caring.
Dave
Dr. Scott Merlo utilized Gore-Tex material to wrap a PURPLE cast around Irene’s radius and ulna wrist fracture. The material is 100% waterproof!!!
Irene has a significant driving restriction while the cast is in place for the next 4-6 weeks. As a result, back and forth doctor appointments, day in day out errands and dialysis treatment transportation three days a week will pose yet another challenge to overcome.
Thanks for caring,
Dave
A late breaking report….!!!
5 p.m….
I just got off the telephone with UCSF. Irene’s Primary Amyloidosis blood test results are as follows:
Kappa 46.3
Landa 65.8
Ratio: .7
Interpretation? The results are BETTER than last time! The Amyloid remains in REMISSION…!!!
Certainly a silver lining in what has been a pretty rough week for Irene!
Thanks for caring,
Dave
“Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” -Lamentations 3:22-23
