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Thank you all for praying.

Well I have more troubling news.  John's mom has been admitted to hospital with a fractured bone in the back of the pelvis, (the area that she sits on).  She fell last night, a slow fall, that caused the problem.  Unfortunately she cannot support her weight when standing.  

This is just one more stressor for John and I.

About John the doctor has prescribed compression stockings.  His next appointment is September 25, so he will be off work till then.  He needs a Doctors note to go back to driving.

Sorry to hear that news Judy. Will be adding John's mom to my list.

Hang in there, God will work things out.

Don

I'll be praying for both of them, and for all of y'all, too, Judy.

John will be off till at least the 25th of September.  There is news on the compression hose...a letter has been sent but they won't tell us what the outcome is because of the freedom of information act!!!  It will be another week before we get the letter. Meantime we wait, and wait and wait.

Judy, I am praying for both of you to be undergirded, and strengthened.  God's richest blessings to you.

Thank you.  This has been a rough day.  John's compression stockigs have been denied by benefits.  Not sure how we are going to get them.  God will provide.....

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OK We have problems back.  The red in John's leg is bright red.  He feels like he is running a fever as well.  We had our DIL nurse here last night and she has marked the red, and is suggesting a second opinion.  We go into N.Bay tomorrow, and I am hoping to wait till then to go into the hospital.  There is one area that is a solid red.  Renewed prayer is appreciated.

Most definitely,Judy.  I pray our Father will guide the doctors, and any other professionals involved, to the exact cause for this invasion of John's system, and that He will keep you all in perfect peace about the situation.

Father God, comfort these, your people, and hold them in the very palm of Your hand, as they await your perfect will. 

Judy, I am sorry these problems continue.  I cannot understand their denying something as simple and non-invasive as compression stockings! 

Prayers for both of you continue.

Continuing to pray here Judy.

OK Things have got critical.  John's temp has spiked, his body is really hot.  I don't have a thermometer to know how high.  I have to take him to the hospital, but want to hold on for 4 hours as Kass has an appt in town as well.  What a problem,  Also he won't want to get up at this hour of night. 

I will keep you posted.

Our Father in heaven I pray that John's faith in you and casting all his cares on you will cause blessing and recieving of his health and wellness...We know that you are good and you love us and want nothing but good for us-for you are love-I pray ask and believe this in Jesus Name-the Name above all other names, Amen...

Judy, don't wait!!!  Take Kass with you.  John's health is more important that an appointment.  Sorry Sis.  Been there, done that in years gone by and came to realize that time is important in these circumstances.

So get into North Bay! 

Prayer for John and all of his medical team - prayer for Judy and the girls. 

Praying here Judy.

Don

Judy, phone me when you can, ok sis?

And Pat, please let the rest of us know what is happening, will you?

Ok Here is the update.  John has been re-admitted to the hospital.  We found out we have semi-private coverage so we are taking advantage of it.

We went into Emerg and the doctor...same emerg doctor as the last time...has re-admitted him.  By the time we got up his temp was gone and at the hospital it was back to normal.  The doctor said that 3 doctors on the case are totally baffled.  No one knows what is going on.  This time the redness has intensified in the ankle calf area, but there is spreading up toward the knee.  Also there is a red blotch by his inner thigh......The size of a soda can. (That is new).  John is getting really ummmm irate at the lack of answers.  If he had an appendix attack they would know what to do and he would be able to get well.  Not knowing what this is there is nothing we can do to speed up recovery.

I have made a list of questions for the Doctor.  One is Why not do a CAT scan of his leg and see if that shows something.  Another is Why not do a biopsy of the red area and see if that answers any questions. 

Unfortunately there are more questions again than answers.  HE is on IV antibiotics and steroids.  I am not sure that is good for him...will that just mask the real problem.  They keep asking if he has been out of the country.  Yes he spends more time in the US of A than Canada...What does that mean?

Unfortunately the Family Dr. is out of town and up here the doctors who look after him will maintain the status quo.  They won't go against the original doctor. 

I made a suggestion that we go to one of the teaching hospitals down south.  If we do that we cannot mention that he has been under care up here in the north or they won't even look at him.  I suggested that he get a note to go back to work and go to a hospital in the USA, and get the care he needs.  Only problem with that is I wouldn't be there for him.

This is getting to be an epistle.
Going to bed really tired
Judy

Oh Father, I pray You will give the insight that's needed to the doctors, and, Father, move the doctors to deal with it immediately.  Oh Father, here are my brother and sister, and I pray You'll take care of them in this emergency through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Judy!  Judy!  Judy!  Ya know I am praying for you guys, doncha? 

Yes I know you are praying.  Al Thank you.  Everyone thank you.      

Less tired this morning.

This is the report from John this morning.  He added to the list I started.  The doctor took the time to listen and respond to the points on the list.  Concerns that didn't apply he took the time to explain why. 

They are doing a bone scan today.  He isn't ruling out osteomeylitis (sp) as that comes with an old bone injury.  Yes there was a severe bone injury December 2001, when he was caught between 2 cars.   The bone scan will determine if there is any infection in the bone.  If there is there is another test they are doing. 

It is again a waiting game to get test results.

Judy, you and John will be in my thoughts and prayers.  The unknowing is so difficult. 

OK I am just home.  The bone scan takes 3 days so he will be in Hospital maybe 4 days before we know if there is an infection.  That is started tomorrow I think.  If there is a bone infection, they will do another test to determine what the infection is.  His spirits are better today.  He is pleased with the Doctor.  Other than that ...........Waiting.

Thank you Larry and everyone else for praying.

Hi Judy,
Thank you for hooking me directly with CP and thank you for all the information.   I had no idea.     I have read all the posts and will be praying to our Heavenly Father for insight into the problem and healing for John.    Try and get rest yourself.

God bless

Love Ruthie

John had one scan done today.  This is not the 3 day scan.  If they don't find infection in the bone he will be coming home on Sunday with oral antibiotics.  If they do find infection in the bone, they will order the next scan.  The "stuff" needed for that one will be ordered from Montreal.  That will take a couple of days. Then the scan will take another 3 days.  He is on IV antibiotics...1000mgs 4 times a day.  Heavy dose.  He hasn't slept since he got there just a bit of dozing here and there. 

HE complained today that he is experiencing dizziness.  That could be the meds, The lack of sleep, or the shot they gave him to put die through his veins.  Who at this point knows. 

I am heading to bed soon, will be back tomorrow.

Judy, I'm praying now.  What a trial for your family. Bless them, Father.

Judy, thanks for keeping us informed.  I am sure you are letting John know that we are praying for him and pulling for his swift recovery. 

Having just been through it, I well understand the frustration of not knowing....and waiting.....

I pray our Father enfolds all of you in His loving arms and brings peace and healing sleep.