6 days ago the doctors took blood samples from Dad's pick line in his right bicep (an easier way to draw blood without stabbing him each time). Over this period of time, Dad's white blood cell count has been up and down--and when it is up it means his body is fighting an infection.
The doctor's believe that the pick-line may be the source of the infection (the cultures taken from the pick line are positive for infection, while culture taken from his hand are negative); so, Dad is on his way to have this line replaced. It should be a straight-forward procedure. Allie and I are leaving the hospital now, but will return later.
Quick update: Dad's platelet count was too low to make the swap, so they will wait until they speak with Dad's surgeon/doctor. Hopefully he gives permission to receive more platelets soon.
Adam
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