5 p.m.

Irene had another very challenging day at dialysis. 4 needle sticks later the technicians were finally able to get placement but she endured significant amounts of pain throughout the session, finally ending abruptly when she could stand it no longer.

It’s been an exhausting day for her…emotionally as well as physically…her arm is very SWOLLEN and VERY purple. She’s endeaovoring to sleep it off this afternoon…and hoping for a better tomorrow.

There’s still no understanding as to WHY there’s so much pain in the region…lots of unanswered questions.

Thanks for caring,
Dave