Mark and I went to see Dad this afternoon. He is still in the Medical Assessment Unit, but is likely to be moved later today. He is calmer than he was yesterday, but still horridly frail. His stiff upper lip - as anyone who knows him will not be surprised to here - is jutting out marvellously, and he is not only being incredibly brave about it all but is even managing to get some humour out of the situation.
As we left he was going to get an ultrasound scan, so we may have some more news later
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
Wednesday Update
I spoke to the hospital this morning, and was told that he had a quiet night. There is no more news available, except that the diagnoseis is confirmed. Pleural Effusion is what- in the old days - they called `wet pleurisy`. The hospital told me that they have not started the draining procedure yet because they are continuing their investigations. Mark and I will be going to the hospital in an hour or so. We should have more information later.
In the mean time, the CFZ office is still open, manned by Graham and John, and - from friday - by Olly. It is business as usual.
Mark and I will maintain these updates.
Finally, my brother and I would like to thank you all for your kindness and support at this difficult time.
In the mean time, the CFZ office is still open, manned by Graham and John, and - from friday - by Olly. It is business as usual.
Mark and I will maintain these updates.
Finally, my brother and I would like to thank you all for your kindness and support at this difficult time.