Allie and I both talked with Dad yesterday and today. He certainly enjoys talking with us, but has a difficult time speaking loudly and clear. Even though an in-person visit would be best, a phone call does enough. He is still not taking calls from friends--he is too weak and sometimes incomprehensible.
I've been told today that Dad has tubes back in him. Fluid is building up in his abdomen again, especially near his liver. Tubes are no big deal at this point, but the risk of infection is greater.
He is still not allowed to drink, let alone eat. They are trying to exercise him but his body is pretty weak, and his muscles aren't yet used to physical exertion.
Allie is heading down this weekend on Sunday until Tuesday. I arrive Tuesday until Thursday. It'll be good to spend some quality hospital room time with him.
His hemoglobin is dropping down to the low 8.x, but all other levels seem OK.
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