Today Ben got up and walked about 15 feet and then sat in a chair for 30 minutes. Not only is this a great milestone, but he did it twice. We’re still on a constant adjustment to try and manage pain, but it’s improving. The transition of getting out of bed causes quite a bit of pain. Tomorrow we’re hoping he can a walk a little farther. He needs to get to where he is getting up and walking 4 times a day. That is the current goal for now.
Our next major milestone will be the biopsy of his small intestine to check for signs of rejection. This is scheduled for 1 week post-transplant on Tuesday. Also... NO MORE catheter. This made him very happy.
Ben taking his first walk.
He went out his room and to the hall, his door is inset a few feet from the hall.
Ben and one of the Doctors from the transplant team Dr. Fujiki on the right.
On the left the Fellow that works with he transplant team, I cant remember his full name its long and Slavic, but his first name Stepan.
Benjamin continues to be positive. We’re so very grateful for all the nurses and techs who really try to make him comfortable!
Quote of the Day: “Like my walker?”
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