Some times the days seem to slip by smoothly and I forget to update. When things go well, we keep busy and move forward - almost sidelining our situation. However, one little disruption, and everything comes to a halt - only to keep us on our toes.
Slowly, Heather has been weaning from her steroids. All has been going well, including her swollen face slimming a bit. She was down to 1 mg a day when she became light-headed and vision in her right eye was "weird" (her description, not mine). Dr. Popa increased her steroids to 2 mg, which doesn't seem like much. But tonight stomach discomfort began, much like what Heather experienced in January. Back then she had a CT scan to make certain she did not have a blood clot. She recovered with some medication, so we are hoping the discomfort once again goes away and she can continue her steroid weaning.
Heather continues her positive attitude, which is remarkable and a model for all. She keeps busy with work and her house and has even shown interest in making cards / crafts with me. It is difficult to believe that the one-year mark of Heather's diagnosis is just weeks away. What a year we have had, but we have survived and believe 2009 is the year for only GOOD NEWS!!
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