I think that the duration of time and the amount of medication I've been on has had a very damaging effect on my body. I keep reiterating that although I'm told that I'm recovering, I certainly don't feel as though I'm recovering. In fact, I felt better in September and October than I do now. Ever since I contracted gut GVHD and CMV, I've been on a series of antibiotics that are really wiping me out physically. Moreover, the CMV and GVHD are proving to be very resilient. Adding additional antibiotics to an already toxic and lengthy list of medication is not something that I'm eager to do; and I have started to push back a bit, questioning the direction that my treatment is taking.
Saturday, January 7, 2017
Contaminated vial
In order to confirm whether the recent "infection" was real or the result of a contaminated vial, the hospital took another sample which came back showing nothing. Nevertheless, the doctors want me to take an additional antibiotic twice daily. This is definitely a check-the-box solution.
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bro, make sure someone challenges that if they're giving you unnecessary medication. praying for your health and recovery. you inspire me brother.
ReplyDeleteYeo yeo yeo, what are you up to these days. Do you ever see Andrew Noo Noo? He is in NYC somewhere.
DeleteI think the "push-back" is warranted. We are here on earth such a short while and your time is precious. The 'gut' is where our immune system resides and every time they pump you w/ 'anti' biotics they are making your body work harder. So you are in this 'catch 22' and it sucks. I keep you in my prayers, and am convinced, that those prayers you receive from across this country, are MORE healing than anything they could ever give you. Stay Strong & Peace.
ReplyDeleteYeah, I think the list of medication and treatment has become ridiculous at this point. When I go to the VA for treatment, I'm wiped out for the remainder of the day and barely able to function. The long visits combined with the excessive treatment turns me into a vegetable for the remainder of the day.
ReplyDeleteNathan, I haven't checked in on you in a while, sorry about that dude. I am praying for healing and relief for you. But still I rejoice that you have put your faith in the great healer, don't lose faith brother.
ReplyDeletePrayed for you here Nathan. Press on!
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