A very watchful weekend for me as Hamada recovers from six hours of transfusions on Friday. Transfusions were done very slowly as to protect the kidneys as much as possible. Hamada is very weary as normal but what is concerning me is the headache that will not leave him. He had a slight temperature which has abated now and this headache is not in one place but appears to be in both temples. He already takes six paracetamols and two Nefopams daily, so really at the upper level with trying to protect the little kidney function left. Hence I have nothing to increase the help with this annoying migraine type headache and of course I am aware of blood clots and this has been my worry since Friday. So not much sleep for me. He says he does not wish me to call a Doctor as it is not bad enough for that ! Certainly I would call the EMS if I felt it was getting worse or BP increased. I am hopeful that it will settle tonight but it's almost like his body does not like this blood (2 units) or the platelets (1 unit) very much. If not, a visit from or to the Doctors tomorrow, will be the order of the day.
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Dear Susie and Hamada, I do hope that its just a "rush of blood to the head" as it were, and that Hamada is feeling better now. Try not to worry Susie - worry is such a tiring emotion! But I know you can't stop yourself. Many hugs from afar!
Oh dear Susie -- not much sleep and so much concern for your dear Hamada... you have been on my mind all day. I will continue to intend that you both find some relief today and this crisis will pass. Hugs from afar...
Is he getting "matched platelets"? I have heard others in our support group talking about their specialists insisting that they get "matched platelets", which is something that most clinics do not give unless they are asked to by family or specialist.
Praying...
I hope all is well by now...
Steven
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