The discharge paperwork is being worked on at this moment. I am to go down there at 2pm to pick up prescriptions to have filled, and then go back around 6pm to bring Nina home. She is SO excited at the prospect of sleeping in her own bed without nurses poking and prodding her all day and night, without a mattress with a plastic liner under it, and without a "patient pothole" in the middle of it.
Her appetite is still very light and she is still experiencing some nausea which nobody is able to explain as it should have dissipated by now. Nina is thinking and hoping that her own environment, and food that actually looks appealing might help. When we get home and we're on a lower quantity of meds, that might help things out (what do I know?). There may be a med problem causing the nausea.
Tomorrow we have an appointment with Dr Kaplan who is the head of oncology at UCSF. As far as I know it is just an initial consultation, but *I* think he may request Nina check into the hospital right then and there. I could be wrong and I kind of hope they give Nina at least a few days to unwind after being in the hospital for a month. But it's also important to keep moving as the situation is still there and needs to be dealt with as quickly as possible.
Even though the nurses and Dr Reier showed amazing support and compassion for Nina, I'm glad to be moving on to another place.
Nina and Sam, Gev here. So glad to hear that you have some time at home now. I just heard the news and I'm holding you both very close to my heart. Know that we are all rallying around you and will gladly step up to the plate when you need TLC of any kind! Unless you request calls, I'll keep in touch by email or your blog. We love you and stand behind you all the way. Don't hesitate to reach out whenever it feels right- sending hugs. Xoxox
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