Guest guest Posted December 28, 2008 Report Share Posted December 28, 2008 Tom seems to be doing about the same today as yesterday. The newest theory is that his intestinal problems may be a result of the very high levels of Prograf in his blood. They are not going to give him any of either of his anti-rejection drugs tonight, and they'll start him on a much lower dose of the Prograf tomorrow. My question is, if he's been having the intestinal problems for 4 days already and they're being caused by the Prograf, wouldn't they have realized his Prograf level was much too high 3 days ago? They're doing blood tests every day. They also told us that he actually tested positive for MRSA before he was released from the hospital before, but somebody MISSED that fact. So, he's actually had the MRSA for awhile. Needless to say I'm a little concerned right now.They put him back on the synthetic antibiotic Zosyn for the MRSA. From the medical professionals I've talked to the MRSA is very common in people who have been hospitalized as long as he has, and the Zosyn should take care of it. From now on we'll have to put on gowns and gloves when we're visiting him, and I don't suggest anyone goes to see him right now.Tom is a little down in the dumps. I think he feels like he keeps gaining more issues rather than getting better. Please keep him in your prayers.Kathy To send a message to Tom, Kathy and family goto; http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/thomasbutler -- Ian Cribb P.Eng. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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