Step down

Well, I had a big long post typed up and accidentally deleted it...ahh! Jackson is doing well and was made step down status today (staying in the same room...7 West 12b). His x Ray this morning showed his effusion is improving. After exploring and ruling out several more serious possible causes, they now feel fairly certain this complication was the result of "outgrowing" his home dose of diuretic. I asked why he still requires a diuretic (his heart function is great with the pacemaker), and the doctor said he still has a small chylous leak due to his clots. They hope and expect this leak with resolve over time, as long as his clotting doesn't worsen. So for now they will continue with IV diuretics, wean his oxygen, and watch the effusion (Lord-willing) continue to improve. He's had enough of all this bed and tubes business...he's very happy to be snuggled this afternoon.