August 31, 2020
98.5
The new antibiotic is working. Since Jen switched from Keflex to Bactrim, her temp has been under control (never rising … Read More “98.5”
Category: Hip Surgery
August 28, 2020
Catheter
After we got home Wednesday, Jen spiked multiple fevers, at least two as high as 102.8. Tylenol helped, but her … Read More “Catheter”
August 25, 2020
Rehab
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Regaining strength, and retraining unused muscles is the challenge … Read More “Rehab”
August 21, 2020
Left Hip
Jen’s hip surgery started late, but was worth the wait. Her arthroplasty was scheduled to start at 10:45 am. Dr. Wodajo … Read More “Left Hip”
August 20, 2020
Stent
Jen remembers hearing the song “Don’t Stop Believing” playing, before the anesthesia kicked in. Yesterday’s embolization was successful. Dr. Mufti … Read More “Stent”
August 19, 2020
Pre-Surgery
We’re back. We checked in at Inova Fairfax hospital this morning. Jen had a pre-procedure rapid COVID test around 9:30 … Read More “Pre-Surgery”
August 18, 2020
Healing
The weather has been beautiful the past three days — blue skies, white puffy clouds, gentle breezes. Making use of … Read More “Healing”
August 9, 2020
Standing
Dr. Syed (did Jen’s ablation, cement procedure) asked about her hip replacement surgery. I said, “We love Jen’s new hip. … Read More “Standing”
August 7, 2020
Gains
Dr. Wodajo stopped by to say hello yesterday. He put Jen’s new hip through a few rotational, flexing and strength … Read More “Gains”
August 5, 2020
Recovery
Jen had a rough recovery from surgery, then made promising progress today. Jen spent more than three hours in PACU, … Read More “Recovery”