A update on my husbands condition

[linda803]

Just to let everyone know,,my husbands ascities has gone for now,The doctor took him off the water pills for now because of his kidneys ,,We are going to the transplant center in toronto March 8th to see if he qualifies to go on the list, Wish us luck  ,Im not sure what they will ask it is a 45 minute meeting.  He bruises real bad but his platlets have went from 37 to 65 so thats good. his billirubin has shot up to 41,,his meld score has gone from 15 to 18 in 30 days,, He sleeps less now, He is alittle yellow,, the doctor says thats ok, The sad news is our dog passed away on saturday she was the only family we have,,very hard on both of us,,She was by my husbands side all the time, So now were just trying to be strong for the meeting,,will keep intouch with what happens thanks linda

[eureka254]

I'm so sorry to hear about your family dog.  Hopefully some of your husband's symptoms being alleviated has helped to make both him and you more comfortable.  

I'm wishing you both the best of luck in Toronto -- hopefully it is not too much of a travel for you.  My husband has gone through TP evaluation in the past, and although the process takes some time and effort, don't let it overwhelm you... just take it one step at a time.  Take care of yourself, and keep us posted. ~eureka

[Mary4now]

I am so sorry you are going through such a difficult time,  I hope you feel better soon.

[22hamilton]

I wish you the very best with your upcoming meeting and your husbands health. He is fortunate to have someone by his side, it is a difficult time for both of you.

Be well

Paul

[HectorSF]

Best of luck to you both!!!

You night want to call to find out what the meeting is about. Since they haven't prepared you it is probably more informational on their part.

If this a Phase I Evaluation:
This may be an introduction meeting that talks about the services the TP center provides. They will give you lots of stuff to read.

At some point they will ask you....
They will probably being asking about his social support person, you Linda.
They will probably being asking about Medical Insurance.
They may do an Ultrasound of the abdomen. So no eat/drink before hand.
Review of Medical History Questionnaire.

45 minutes isn't that long. If you have any questions/concerns write them down so you don't forget in the moment. There should be time for you to ask at some point.

At some point you will meet with
Transplant Coordinator
hepatologist
transplant surgeon
transplant social worker
transplant financial counselor

Any help I can offer let me know. I've been through 2 transplant listings at this point.

Hectorsf

[GoofyDad]

I'm sorry for your situation Linda, and the loss of your pet. Please keep us informed.