We had a long night in ER and are waiting to transfer to a bed upstairs and for test results to confirm a diagnosis. Susan is stable - she has pain and fatigue, but times of alertness and good spirits after resting. She became dehydrated and is receiving fluids.
She's had a CT scan (looks okay), blood and urine tests, and endured a marathon 1 1/2 hour spinal tap at midnight that would earn the respect of a maple syrup farmer. And she thought I was a drip.
Early spinal fluid results seem to rule out bacterial infection; but fungal results take longer. Urine was positive for a significant infection they're treating with IV antibiotics. If meningitis is ruled out, Susan could be dealing with a combination of the UTI and diabetic issues. That's it for now. We're confident in the Lord she'll improve with the right treatment and are grateful for everyone's support and prayer.
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