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Yes I am letting him know you folks are praying.  Thank you for that.

I am praying that the knowing part comes soon and the curing part comes fast!  God Bless You Both, Judy and Bonesy!

Dear Judy!  I, too, have been through similar times waiting for answers.  I'm praying for knowledge and wisdom for the doctors and for our Father's strength and comfort for you and John, and all the family.  Love you!

Thank you everyone.

They gave John the IV antibiotic today and hie hand blew up.  HE call the nurse and they had to move the IV quickly and work on bringing the swelling down.  WE expected this as his hand was red and sore yesterday.  At least it was an item that they could move quickly on.

Here is another one quietly praying for you and John.  Judy:  Don't be afraid to ask for other opinions and keep asking - which doctor deals with these cases.  Perhaps a place like Mayo Clinic is in order - that is not to say that there are other places that can diagnose just as well and even better in some cases.   

Carol with the Canadian system we cannot do that.  We have one doctor and unless he makes a referral we are stuck with him.  This Dr wouldn't even give us a referral for Kassie to go to physio for her ankle.  If we go to another doctor, the old boys club kicks in and we are out of luck anyway.

That makes it tough, Judy!  But you do have the assurance of so many prayers and the knowledge that in this as in all things, the Lord is in control. 

We are coping.  Thank you Jeanne.  John and I say a great BIG thank you to those folks here who are praying.  I am sure I don't know all who are.  It is so appreciated.  I will try to not get as discouraged.

John was told that he will likely be staying in Hospital longer than tomorrow.  No reason given.  Also the doctor today  has said they are treating him as having cellulitis.  They are making sure there is not infection in the bone.   At last we have at least a partial diagnosis.  The scan will give the balance of the diagnosis I am sure.

Again Thank you

OK  Really good news.  There is no infection in the bone!  God has answered prayer.

The final diagnosis is that John has Cellulitis.  Now that can be a lengthy healing process.... But not as long as A bone infection. 

All I can say is AT LAST!!

Out darling DIL has said that there is a possibility of another week or two in hospital.  BUT they may kick him out with heavy duty oral antibiotics. 

He has to have another test on Wednesday for MRSA.  Apparently ( according to the lab tec) that is a 3 part test.  We need 3 negative results before he is deemed clear.  2 have come through clear....1 to go.  Till then everyone who goes to see him has to gown up and wear gloves and face mask.

God is/has answered prayer in wisdom for the doctors, now to pray for continued healing for John. 

To everyone who is, and has been praying THANK YOU.

Wonderful news, Judy!  I'll continue, of course, with prayers for John's healing and for you as well. 

Judy, I agree with Jeanne that you have received very good news on it not being bone infection although he has a very serious problem to contend with. 

Amen...thank you, God!

Continuing to pray here, Judy ...

Judy:  That is good that there is a partial diagnosis and we all hope & pray that there is healing beginning.

I am waiting for a phone call - the microwave door is damaged (the seal) but is only a few days from the warranty ending that was at the beginning of this month.  So - at least $110 to put the new door on it to be safe. 

Called & am verifying our cabins rented for our family reunion which is at the end of every Sept.  My wish was that all of us could gather & the children are all for it - we have to have separate cabins though with 13 of us. 

Walked this morning - my leg is aching (from an episode running from the dog to shut the garage door, it is a long story & I am much too old to be trying to beat a dog in a race)  Limping a tiny bit.  We are going to a place for a fish lunch that will give me a deep discount this month (my birthday month).  First, Don has to nap to rest up to go - I will be happy when he is off this med and truly happy if he can hear music again.  I went alone to church. 

JOHN IS HOME!!!

He has come home with a weeks worth of antibiotics.  Now lets see how they work out.  I am hoping this saga ends.

What wonderful news, Judy. This trial and error process sometimes takes months -- I've just gone through that.

May the Lord be with each member of your family.

Judy, I pray that John is healed, whole and completely restored in Jesus' name.

Praise God for answered prayers!!

Judy, tell John he absolutely must heal quickly and get back on the road.  I'm looking forward to that meeting with him at Scotty's!   

Judy:  Everyone is thankful to read that John is home because he will heal better at home with you and the girls. 

Must say, I was writing in here previously and forgot where I was replying and just went on and on - my apologies to you. 

Carol no apologies.... It was interesting reading.  A welcome diversion!!!

Jeanne he has read your invite.   Everyone thank you for all the continued prayer.

John is having trouble walking.  His feet are very sore and  his leg whenever he walks swells up and becomes red again.  This is so frustrating to him.

Judy, did John's release instructions give him things to/not to do?  Goodness, seems they need to communicate better--or something!  Prayers continue.....

There were no instructions leaving hospital.

The antibiotics are now done.  We will see if he has had enough.  If there is a fever spike he will be right back to emerg.   [sigh] 

I'm surely sorry to hear this, Judy. Yes, I'll be praying for John, you, and the rest of the family. What a difficult time!

Judy:  Now it is a few days since you posted last in here and I hope and pray that John's condition is improving.  Thinking of you too - two. 

John's leg is still swollen and still has sore spots.  Our Doctor was still on holidays till today, and we need to make another appointment to see if more antibiotics are called for.  He still has problems if he walks... the leg turns red and swells   

Thank you all for continued prayer.