I am pleased to share that mom seems to be much better than she was a week ago. Although she is not the energizer bunny of two months ago, she definitely seems to be feeling better. This past week we met with her Heart Doctor, a General Practitioner, and a Gastrology PA. It is a good thing the Heart Dr. and I were wearing mask so that the mutual scowling was not visible. It was not a very warm and fuzzy appointment but mom got what she wanted. Though a bit reluctantly he agreed to take mom completely off of what we believe were the two offending medications and return her to the one she had prior to the hospital. This definitely seems to effect how mom is feeling. The general practitioner confirmed that mom was NOT dehydrated nor had a UTI but was just weak from the ordeal of the past month. She has prescribed In Home Physical and Occupational Therapy to help her regain strength, mobility and stability. The Gastrology appointment was educational and led mom and I to reconsider her medication routine to hopefully optimize it. That PA was my favorite of the week.
Mom's appetite is returning and we are grateful. Mom has caught up on some sleep and is overall sleeping better. I think it is honest to say that both Mom and I are a bit concerned about her falling as she just isn't quite as steady on her feet. However she exercises caution and we are hopeful that therapy will help. It is such a relief to see mom not feeling so miserable and regaining some of her spark. Thank you for the sweet cards, calls and prayers.
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