Jim's Journey - Day 42 post transplant April 11

We have a follow-up with Dr. Bronstein today. Jim's weight is good, his numbers are good. He feels good, except for his legs, which are very painful. He has decided to not use the pain medications that have been prescribed to him. He will continue on the Neurontin for the next week or so, then determine if it is worth continuing.

Dr. Bronstein questions Jim's return to work. He gets agitated when I "nag" him about washing his hands, using sunscreen, wearing gloves, etc. but he is very forgetful right now.

We go out to dinner at La Ramada across the street. It is very awkward. Jim requests his food cooked very well, fresh made guacamole, questions how long the salsa has been made (doesn't eat any). We tell the waitress about his illness and hope everything is hot enough when it gets to the table.

After dinner, we decide it is not worth the risk of going out again. We don't want to subject Jim to any unnecessary food problems.

Deb