Paul is at Chelsea Westminster Hospital since Friday evening, due to a low grade fever.
Given he has no immunity (neutrophils are again at 0.0), we have to be prudent and cover him with various antibiotics.
On the positive side, he has no fever.
All blood counts drop post-chemo: hemoglobin and platelets are also very low and both a blood and platelets transfusion are on the program for today.
Persisting mouth ulcers and loss appetite made him loose further weight. We're trying all day long to find new recipes as he only tolerates liquids.
Rosemary and John spent the afternoon with Paul, and I'll let Rosemary write the subsequent events (she kindly did the night too).
"We had a delightful evening with Paul playing Hotel (an upgraded version of Monopoly). Of course, Paul trounced us both, building large luxurious properties and charging exorbitant rents.
Paul managed to down a few nacho chips (largely by sucking them) and we all enjoyed a "fizzy strawberry lance" for dessert. Paul took good care of me throughout the night ensuring that the nurses provided me a toothbrush and a blanket. He has certainly charmed the entire hospital staff - they all seem to enjoy coming in and sharing a laugh or a story with Paul while they do what they need to do."
Dear Mireille and Philippe,
ReplyDeleteSo far Paul and you all have been doing brilliantly well. August is coming very soon and everything will be back to normal.
The most charming face and smile of Paul will always be there and you will take shots of him as amazing as those with the Moukads.
Our love to you all.
Ouma,Maen and Petra