Ralph? "Who's Ralph" you say and what's Ralph got to do with Betsy. In this case Ralph isn't a who or a what, rather it is this. Though Betsy hasn't had chemo in sometime, the effects of it as well as the disease itself is playing havoc on Betsy's system. Previous posts have chronicled the dehydration and such.
For some time now Betsy has been afflicted with chronic nausea. We've been trying to figure out what's going on while also trying to rule out certain foods. So far, the best things are the BRAT (bananas, rice, applesauce and toast) diet. YUCK, you would think after all this woman has been through she should be able to eat and drink whatever she pleases. Cholesterol be damned we're talking high end artery clogging stuff!
So here we are, once again at Mercy Hospital where the team is taking cultures, samples, vital statics, and performing all manner is ministrations to figure this out.
Betsy is tough, but she is tired. She's tired of the constant nausea, she's tired of felling like crap, she's tired of constantly feeling wrung out and she's tired of being literally tired. It used to be I was the only one not sleeping at night!
Please continue to keep Betsy in your thoughts and prayers.
11 comments:
Tom - I'm sorry to hear about the continued difficulties. Please let Betsy know that she, and you and Drew and Kevin, remain in our prayers here in Brooklyn. Patrick
Tom, Still praying for Betsy, and her men. Let her know Linda and I think of her often.
Dear Tom and Betsy-
Continued prayers storming your way, from Colorado. Obviously the docs you are working with are world class. You two are world class. With a team like that, all the right things will be coming together most soon. Hang in there, Betsy. Warmest thoughts, Jo and Bob
Hey, Guys,
Sucks to hear that Betsy is suffering like this. I just hope you're both able to enjoy those fleeting moments when the pain and nausea pass and you can just laugh or at least relax, be peaceful, and be thankful for what they bring - which can add up to a lot of joy on a daily basis. Here's hoping for lots of such moments for you.
Clyde
Always thinking of all of you, and knowing the difficult time Betsy is living through..she has been on the prayer list at this tiny church in rural VA since this began, and will continue to be. There will be nothing but good thoughts, wishes and especially prayers coming your way in the days ahead. -Linda
So sorry this is all happening...you are always in our thoughts...hope they figure something out....you must truly be exhausted...hang in there...Love to all...Retta and Bob
Tom:
We keep Betsy in our prayers every night. You both are an inspiration to all of us with your determination and attitude. You deserve the rewards...know that Rita and I are pulling for you.
Pete
Tom,
Please give Betsy a hug from me and know that I am a phone call away if I can help in any way.
Love & Prayers,
Suzanne
Hi Betsy, Everyday I pray for your strength, healing and peace. God is always with you and your family. Love, Sarah Butler
Stay strong and glad too here your recovering! Maybe try some Ginseng boil root tea? Signed, the real Chris K. :-)
http://www.asiachi.com/aboutginseng.html
So sorry to hear that Betsy continues to endure such challenges. She has always been so positive in the face of such adversity. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Diaczok
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