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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Jul 10, 2007 7:06:39 GMT -5
Some of you that have been around for a bit know Vic from the forums; he's also an ocassional poster here. He's a good man; a gentleman. His wife has some very, very serious health issues. Vic carries that full load himself and even for a healthy person it would be a tough road, let alone someone with COPD which Vic has.
Please keep them in your thoughts and say a prayer. They could use it.
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Post by cocojax on Jul 10, 2007 9:09:36 GMT -5
Hi Vic my thoughts are with you and Rita at this time, hoping that she will feel better.  |
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Post by morningstar on Jul 10, 2007 11:10:55 GMT -5
Sending good wishes to you both.
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Post by virginia on Jul 10, 2007 15:28:48 GMT -5
My prayers and thoughts are with you and Rita Vic.
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Post by cheryl on Jul 10, 2007 18:08:41 GMT -5
 Vic - Sending good thoughts and prayers for you and your Rita.  |
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Post by larrynz on Jul 10, 2007 18:11:40 GMT -5
Sorry to read about Vics wife, I have read Vics posts for so long I almost feel like he's the guy next door.
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Post by John on Jul 10, 2007 22:44:00 GMT -5
  Sending my prayers of hope & courage to you Vic & Family |
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Post by Vic on Jul 12, 2007 16:13:40 GMT -5
Thank you all for the the prayers, they will be well-received. Rita is already showing some signs of improvement and hopefully we can pull her out of the woods. She is no longer in Renal failure, but a long way to go to get out of trouble, but for now, no dialysis. With prayer, love and good medical care, we can get over this hump. Thank you all and God Bless you. -- Vic
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Post by John on Jul 12, 2007 21:17:41 GMT -5
Thanks Vic! Best wishes to both of you  |
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Post by LindaNY on Jul 14, 2007 11:17:56 GMT -5
Our continued thoughts and prayers for both you and your wife, Vic.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 15, 2007 15:13:51 GMT -5
The Cable Clan is sending our Thoughts and Prayers to you and your wife..Be Strong
((((( (hugs))))))))
Shawna
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Jul 19, 2007 8:06:21 GMT -5
I received an e mail from Vic this morning; they were about to head out for Rita's CT scan...
"Doctor called me last night with the blood results. The good news is that the Creatinine went down again to 2.4 (from 4.0 to 3.1 and now 2.4) If she can get down to 2.0, the doctor says she can be maintained at that level. He took her off the insulin pending her daily readings and she is back on the Lasix (water pill) and her edema is still improving a little bit each day. So far, looks good...sure hope it holds up like this after she gets off the Procrit"
In an earlier e he'd also said she must be feeling better since she's back to "picking on him again."
So; here's hoping Rita continues on her upward trend!
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Post by LindaNY on Jul 19, 2007 8:15:27 GMT -5
Oh that's good news, Jackie.
Rita and Vic will have my continued prayers and good wishes.
Thanks for letting us know.
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Post by cocojax on Jul 19, 2007 9:05:11 GMT -5
That is good news, sending positive thoughts for you and your wife..
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Post by sue on Jul 19, 2007 9:25:46 GMT -5
Vic, Great news! You both still are in my prayers...Sue
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Post by cheryl on Jul 19, 2007 9:37:28 GMT -5
I'm always willing to send out prayers and good vibes to someone in need. Vic, I hope your wife continues to improve.  |
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Post by Vic on Jul 19, 2007 12:54:57 GMT -5
Thanks everyone for all the prayers, they sure did work for Rita. I also want to thank Jackie for all her wonderful concern and support, it really helps to have someone there when you need an ear, and boy was Jackie ever a welcome "ear". When I got the call from the doctor last night, it was like we found a new life...and the doctor was just as excited. Rita was very close to dialysis...the doctor wanted her in the ER for observation by kidney specialists and i begged off for 2 more days and thats when the blood tests first came back with a drop from 4 (renal failure) to 3.4). I can't thank everyone enough for giving me my BH back...even if she is picking on me again.  -- Vic |
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Jul 19, 2007 15:44:14 GMT -5
I can only imagine how "elated" you must be feeling Vic. I know if it was me I'd be kicking my heels! But then; you probably are.
Thanks for letting us know. The pendulum is swinging higher and upward; may it continue for you both.
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Post by muffin on Jul 19, 2007 16:15:08 GMT -5
Vic know you and Rita are in my prayers and God is in the healing business even today! He will see and guide you all through this. Prayers and Blessings!
Quote: I also want to thank Jackie for all her wonderful concern and support, it really helps to have someone there when you need an ear, and boy was Jackie ever a welcome "ear". End Quote:
Jackie you are a dear, I only hope I can touch lives like you do, and when you have worries of your own. We love you cyber friend.
You to Vic and Rita
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Post by Vic on Jul 30, 2007 20:31:25 GMT -5
Hi All -- I am so excited...the Internist called today and said that Rita's latest blood work came back and showed that her Creatinin level has again dropped, from 4 to 3.4, then to 2.4 and now 2.1.
What seems to be an eternity ago, the doctor said that if we could successfully get her level down to 2, he would be able to sustain her at that level even though it is above the normal level of 1.2 to .7. As a result, the Procrit shots have been changed from once-a-week to every-other-week. She is so alert and I can hold normal conversations with her now...in fact, I took her out for a Shrimp-fest dinner and she ate like she hasn't in many a moon. I've got my gal back again.
Her Echo CG was totally normal and her full Abdominal/Pelvic CT showed some minor things, not enough to worry about. Feels great to have things work out for a change. Thank you all for the special prayers and a special thanks to Jackie. -- Vic
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Post by cocojax on Jul 30, 2007 20:35:27 GMT -5
Congratulations Vic, I am so glad to hear that you have had some good news, great that she can eat well. Nice to hear you have your Gal back. Take care and give Rita an extra hug....and one for yourself too. You sound like a very nice loving man. You sound like a real nice loving couple. ..  |
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Post by LindaNY on Jul 30, 2007 20:51:48 GMT -5
 Group hug for you and Rita, Vic. What wonderful news. |
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Post by cheryl on Jul 30, 2007 21:36:43 GMT -5
Wonderful news Vic - I'm glad your Rita is doing better. |
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