Back in the Hospital

Sat. evening around 8:00, it became evident Ray was running low on platelets. After speaking to the Dr. we headed to the hospital. Shortly after we got there he began running a high temp, so obviously all the tests, blood cultures, x-ray, etc. were done. Not only is his platelet count dangerously low, his red blood count is also. He did get a platelet transfusion immediately, and if they can keep his temp down long enough, he'll also be getting 3 units of packed red blood cells over the next 12 hours.

The fever indicates there is some kind of infection going on, which we'll learn more about that later. He was exhausted when I left his room, and it looked as though the chances of getting some rest were slim to none.

More later,
Kim