6.15 p.m.

Thanks for checking in. 

The dialysis team discontinued treatment one hour early today because of a number of complications and the pain that Irene was experiencing.  Both needles caused excruciating pain after using the “new” needle points of entry.  Although she didn’t get a full treatment today, Dr. Kumar said she will not have to return tomorrow to complete the session.  They will try to remove those additional toxins and the water weight on Wednesday. 

This evening Irene is physically and emotionally drained, the nausea is raging and she’s trying to find that comfortable, resting position.

We hope for a better tomorrow…thanks for caring,
Dave