Thanks for the update - much appreciated. You've both been in my thoughts.
The outcome wasn't unexpected but is nevertheless disappointing. The stent IS good news, and I hope it does bring your mother relief. The problem with pain killers is that, although they may ameliorate the pain, they often have undesirable side effects. So if she can be kept comfortable with less medication, that's all to the good. I do hope the meds will work on at least some of the stones.
Will your mother be able to go home until the second surgery?
My father was a urologic surgeon. Someday, when I have diarrhea of the fingers, I'll tell you about my brother and the Mason jar in the bathroom, if you'd like. FanSee
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The outcome wasn't unexpected but is nevertheless disappointing. The stent IS good news, and I hope it does bring your mother relief. The problem with pain killers is that, although they may ameliorate the pain, they often have undesirable side effects. So if she can be kept comfortable with less medication, that's all to the good. I do hope the meds will work on at least some of the stones.
Will your mother be able to go home until the second surgery?
My father was a urologic surgeon. Someday, when I have diarrhea of the fingers, I'll tell you about my brother and the Mason jar in the bathroom, if you'd like. FanSee