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Father Failing
My 84-yo father was dx'ed with AA about three weeks ago. He also has kidney failure.
He received 4 units of blood about two weeks ago. I talked to him this morning, and he is a bit confused. He also told me he had an ultrasound of his abdomen last week and now has a fatty liver. They are going to do a CAT scan next week.
It sounds like his body is just shutting down. He said he sleeps most of the time now.
I'm going to go up there next week. I was afraid a visit would tire him out more, but he said at this point, it doesn't matter. He seems to be at peace with what is happening.
He has been so close to my brother, but brother doesn't handle these things well. Dad said brother has not called in several weeks, but due to the slight confusion, he may have talked with him more recently.
This is all so hard.
Thanks for listening--
Ellie
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