Go Go Gadget Compazine

Mom's had a rough day since returning home. She can't seem to get past the nausea, despite the prescription for Zofran she was sent home with. Her pain continues to be a problem, and she's worried that it will get worse because she was told to begin weaning herself off the narcotics sooner rather than later, and take Tylenol instead. Mom describes it as having the flu- she's nauseated, has no interest in drinking or eating, and just feels toxic.

She's been resting quietly for about an hour now, but with her hand on her left side, which makes Tante Didi and I suspect that she's still having some localized pain there.

We called the doctor on call, who ordered some Compazine suppositories that should take care of the discomfort and nausea. But if it doesn't work, it's back to the hospital we go!

Papa and Natalie are spending the night elsewhere, because they don't want to overwhelm my mom, which was an excellent call on Tante Didi's part. Mom's other sister, Stephanie, arrives in Hartford tonight and will take over Papa's care when he arrives in Avon.

So it's been a long day. I just keep hoping that mom will start feeling better soon!