After all our efforts last night we couldn't control the pain at home. Alisa was admitted to Huntsman this morning around 11:00.
They are trying to get her comfortable, then we will decide what to do. They did another CT scan (not sure how different it will be from yesterday (not sure I want to know)
I think they will try and do the radio-frequency ablation today while she is here.
I am not sure what will happen, but I can't imagine going home today. I don't think they (nurses, doctors, etc) know either. Alisa asked one of our nurses how often people get admitted because of pain. He didn't say never, but I don't think it happens very often.
They have given Alisa a PCA, not sure what it stands for, but it allows her to push a button and get a dose of pain medication (strings attached, no overdosing, really only gives medication every 10 minutes) but still, it seems to be working, kind of (she just woke up telling me it still hurts)
On a positive note, we are back in the ICU at Huntsman where we stayed for 6 weeks 3 years ago for IL2 and we have lots of the same nurses. Alisa loves these nurses. They gave her a warm welcome and a hug as we came in.
I will try and keep you all updated. Thanks for the thoughts, prayers, offers to help. the show of love and support is overwhelming.
- Josh
We love you guys a ton!
ReplyDeleteThank You Josh - you're all in our prayers. Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteMy heart is bursting with love for that girl today.
ReplyDeleteOur thoughts and prayers are with you...
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update Josh. She's in good hands between you and the Huntsman staff.
ReplyDeleteYou guys are pretty much the only thing on our minds right now. We are constantly praying for you!
ReplyDeleteDitto Bryanna's comment.
ReplyDeleteThinking and praying for you and your sweet boys, and praying for your amazing, sweet fighter Alisa.
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I have been following your journey & blog updates for a while but never left a comment. I just want you to know that many are praying for your family. I've never met you but I think about you and your family a lot and check your blog often. Melanoma invaded my family 7 years ago. Cancer sucks but keep fighting! We are praying for you.
ReplyDeleteI'm pretty sure we've only met once, at Matt and Brittany's wedding, but I have always followed your blog. I haven't read anything since before Christmas. Monday I felt prompted to get on my knees and pray for you. I got on here today and now I know why. I'm so sorry. I'm sorry things keep getting worse instead of better. I'm sorry you have to keep telling your sweet boys bad news. I'm sorry you are in constant pain. But know this please. You are an inspiration.
ReplyDeleteWe are praying for all of your dear family. Alisa and Josh you are truly brave warriors! We love you.
ReplyDeleteI've also been reading your blog regularly for a long time. I don't remember how I found it, exactly, but you have helped me fight through my own cancer journey. I'm now a student at the U studying to be a physician, and I hope that one day I will be privileged to associate with patients with your outlook and courage. You're a light in a dark room, Alisa. Thoughts and prayers your way.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry Josh and Alisa. I've been sick with worry Alisa for your pain. It's just not fair. You are wonderful in a million ways. And I know I speak for everyone when I say We Adore and Love You So Much!
ReplyDeleteJosh and Alisa I really have no words, I want you to know my thoughts and prayers continue for you all, I don't understand but know your who I am thinking of. Sending all of my love ♥
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