As you know, Bill had a biopsy done on Monday afternoon. The actual procedure went smoothly but unfortunately Bill experienced major swelling in the brain during recovery. The swelling caused an increase in intracranial pressure (the pressure inside the skull) which resulted in a sudden and significant change in his symptoms. The doctors are still struggling to get it under control. Currently he is having a great deal of difficulty communicating as he can’t ‘find’ the right words. This means that what he says often doesn’t make a lot a sense. He is aware of it and finds it really frustrating that he is unable to say what he wants. He understands almost everything that is said to him, but his memory has also been greatly affected which is causing additional complications and confusion. This morning he seemed a little better. He was headache free and feeling pretty good. A physio assisted him in a short walk and then he was transferred to a wheel chair so we were able to go outside and enjoy the sunshine for a few minutes. It’s amazing how you appreciate the little things like peaceful moment together in the sun during a time like this.
Despite a bad headache returning this evening we are remaining cautiously optimistic that things will improve throughout the week. The biopsy result should be in by next week and then the team of doctors will determine the best course of treatment.
Thank you all for the continued thoughts and prayers. The support from family and friends has been incredible and we are very grateful.
Despite a bad headache returning this evening we are remaining cautiously optimistic that things will improve throughout the week. The biopsy result should be in by next week and then the team of doctors will determine the best course of treatment.
Thank you all for the continued thoughts and prayers. The support from family and friends has been incredible and we are very grateful.
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