Dr. Short had an infectious disease (ID, I'll call it) doctor visit Mom in the hospital this morning. Mom said she was really sweet. On top of the bladder infection and the blood (staph) infection, it looks like she also has a yeast infection of the mouth. Poor thing!

The cultures haven't matured yet, but it is probable that the blood infection is the same kind she had while she was at Select Specialty hospital. They are also doing a culture from her port to see whether it is the source of the problem. Now we just have to wait to see what grows (if anything).

Mom said there are "BIG gun," "BIG, BIG gun" and "BIG, BIG, BIG gun" antibiotics. The last one is so powerful only an ID doctor can write a prescription for it. That is what Mom's on right now.

I got back a few minutes ago from visiting Mom, and she's looking slightly improved from last night. She's still feeling unwell and is warm to the touch (from her elevated temperature). We're praying that the antibiotics will do their job and get Mom feeling better soon.

Mom will be in the hospital at least through the weekend. It is possible that she might be able to receive the IV antibiotic from home, since we have the home health care set up already. We'll have to see.

Thank you for your continued prayers, love, and concern. I'll keep you posted as we learn more.

~ Amber