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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Stolen Part III
I received an update from my dad today. After several doctor appointments, the doctors have determined my grandmother does not have TB (thankfully) but does have pneumonia(apparently the mass on the X-rays were simply scar tissue and pneumonia-which is currently being treated). My grandmother's aneurysm is located in her neck and she will see a specialist this month to determine how to treat it (be it surgery, medication, or simply leaving it alone). Last, the CAT Scan revealed a blockage in her brain which affects her oxygen levels (which according to her doctor they can do nothing to correct). In addition to not paying her bills, my grandmother apparently does not regularly eat or bathe without prompting. Since family members have stepped in, she is improving and has actually gained some much needed weight. At this time, the doctors are recommending hiring someone part-time to help assist and prompt my grandmother to complete basic tasks(as opposed to placing her in assisted living just yet). I am not sure how receptive my grandmother will be to having a part-time person come into her home each week and assist her. I am hopeful that once her pneumonia is cured and a part-time person is hired, she will be able to live a worthwhile life before she must be placed into an assisted living situation.
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I'm so sorry that you and your family are going through this right now. I will continue to pray for her and the rest of your family as well :)
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