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They redid the epidural and it seems to be more effective at dealing with the pain.
Mitch's surgeon, Dr. Haithcock (praise be!), is encouraging him to use his pain button more often so that he can breathe deeply, helping to employ the new lungs and reduce fluid build-up.
The pulmonologists and transplant team report great progress thus far. They think he may move to a step-down room either tomorrow or Saturday.
Mitch is very, very thirsty. He thinks about pain and his sense of thirst constantly as he will not be able to have a drink until they take out his nasal tube which is sucking all the contents of his stomach. This can only be removed when Mitch passes gas, as indication of his bowels waking up.
He is practicing breathing and working very hard to conquer his pain. He went for another walk at noon today and then sat in a chair again. He walked farther and with less assistance today. The nurses on the floor were very proud and some even commented to me how well he was doing.
The staff, nurses, docs, are very professional, caring, and top-notch.
We know this is the beginning of rehab but we just think its a miracle. We love reading the positive comments and the emails. You are all, literally, by reading this blog and witnessing this miracle, standing behind and cheering on Mitch- giving him momentum and strength to tackle this feat. Your compassion and kindness are a gift. So, thank you, from all of us.
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It's almost as exciting reading your blog as I imagine being there would be. We can feel your pain and excitement and always your hope. Now as the hard work of rehab begins, you have our complete attention, as well as our thoughts and prayers, of course. This is WAAAY better than HBO!
Harry
I LOVE the pictures. Thank you so much for posting them. Mitch, you are amazing. I went to lunch with some friends from the neighborhood today and we all toasted to you. They were amazed when I told them how great you were doing. I can't wait to send Terry down to see you so he can report back to me in person!! Keep it up. And the pain will get better. It's worth it.
Tracy
Go team Mitch go!! Thank you for keeping us all updated and posting these pictures! We are thrilled he is doing so well, thinking of you all! Tell Mitch I can post gator up-dates on Saturday!! :) KISS KISS
This is incredible and the blog is amazing. Keep up the good work.
Dude. You have a license. Fart away!
truly a miracle!! keep it up mitch. you're doing awesome
michael and dara
This is amazing news. Congrats on the transplant, Mitch. We're rooting for you!
Mitch, keep up the good work! Listen to Dr. H and Becky and push that button! Do the drugs, dude. I just set up an appt. for 10/2 so I'll be there on 10/1 and expect you both to have a beer with me on the outside.
Ian
The pictures are wonderful and so is your family. What a wonderful support system you have.
We watch everyday and pray for your steady recovery.
Send our love to all.
mitch. seeing you up and walking is AMAZING> GO GO GO... sending you great great strength for getting stronger every day. Enjoy that walking and hope everyday you can go further. Much Love !! jean and paul
Hey brother, we're all thinking about you constantly out here, sending you our positive vibration. Get better soon, so you can work on that farmer's tan!
Mitch, you look awesome! Thanks to Rebecca for the updates and especially the photos. Your blog really allows those of us who live far away to keep an eye on you guys. Keep those updates coming!
Go Mitch - amaze everybody. I agree with Harry - this is the best story in town. You're a rock and we love you. Keep on keeping on. Love always, joan. xoxoxoxoxo Hi Reba - thanks for continuous news. It's wonderful. :-)
Go Mitch Go!
Mitch and Rebecca,
I am sending positive thoughts your way and so happy to hear about the great progress! Your strength gives others strength and helps us to believe that miracles can happen! Wishing your family the best!
This is so so amazing! I think my parents called me about three times from Arizona yesterday to make sure I knew you had the transplant:) We are all thinking of me. The pictures of you walking are wonderful:) Keep it up!!!!!!!
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