Richard Millard

 Richard was expecting to be discharged from hospital today as he was much better post his pelvis issue but this afternoon (Fri 24 Nov)  he's had a bit of a setback, they suspect pneumonia and he's currently under supervision. I've been with him for a while, he's stable and speaking (a few) words, he seems alert but is extremely tired with the antibiotics etc. The prognosis is good, provided he doesn't take any downward turns. 

 Visiting Richard this morning in his new ward* at East Surrey Hospital it seems he's almost ready to head home, though we may decide on an intermediate convalescent stage depending on availability.   He's full of cheer and essentially back to where he was at his birthday party last month.  He's bright and engaged and very cheerful, which is wonderful to see. Thanks to everyone for thrir interest and kind words.   Further update later this week.   *Room 3D in Surrey Ward

 Several pieces of good news with Richard!  He's much better and happier both physically and spiritually, he's back to his 90th birthday party level of engagement and contentment.  He's enjoying pears, his favourite cheddar and chilli nibbles, plus probiotic yogurt to which he's become very partial over the past few months!   His physiotherapy is coming along well, he can now stretch his legs properly and is much more comfortable.  He is almost ready for release from hospital subject to the further reduction in some of his blood metrics, though there was no concern expressed by the consultant this morning. Our plan now is that he first stay for a few days locally in a place that can give him the enhanced medical support he still needs, and once that is done he'll be coming home. More updates in the next few days.

As some will know, Richard has been in hospital for the past few days following a minor fall at home.  He's a minor fracture of the pelvis which he can walk with albeit with some discomfort.  He's also had an infection which has responded well to treatment. This morning he was talkative and keen to go home, but the current advice is for some more time in rehabilitation and with physiotherapy. If you're able to visit he enjoys company and being read to (fables and stories but not news).    If you can avoid showering him with biscuits, chocolate or crisps that would be helpful to his recovery and health.  On  the other hand he loves ripe pears! He's currently in Ward 3 of the Rehabilitation Unit in the Magenta Zone of East Surrey Hospital.  Visiting hours are all day.  He doesn't use a phone now so if you want to plan to see him best email me at tuscantonygmail.com Updates are all here from now on to save you the work of emailing or messaging me.