Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Catastrophes Update 2

Janet had here blood tested again on Tuesday and got the result on Wednesday that the platelet count is now in the low end of the "normal" range. She feels less joint pain and generally better, so it seems likely she has passed the danger point. Secondary infections are often a problem, so she hopes to avoid getting any!
Jim's flu was bad on Monday, and early Tuesday, but by late Tuesday afternoon he felt close to normal. he has a cough now and then, but is generally OK.
Janet's trip to the hospital on Tuesday was much less pleasant than Sat- Sun. There were MANY more people there waiting to be seen by the doctors and lab people, so the wait was much longer and they seemed disorganized. It was unclear what the system was at times. We think they have one, but it seemed more haphazard that you might not find the right person to deal with quickly.
Her bills for the doctor consultations and lab tests- 3 times at this hospital cost about $75.

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