Sorry I haven’t updated recently. I’ve been waiting for Steve to show some real improvement with his memory issues but unfortunately there hasn’t been any real change in that area. <\/p>\n

There has been improvement with his general health though. One positive result of his memory loss is that he\u2019s forgotten how much he dislikes hospital food and is eating well. He has finally gained weight and is doing gentle exercise to gain strength too.<\/p>\n

The main concern at the moment is Steve immune system. He is struggling to generate enough white cells and platelets. Last week he started developing temperature spikes which is a sign of infection. An MRI taken showed inflammations in Steve\u2019s brain, especially around where short term memory is thought to be processed. So he is back on strong antibiotics and antivirals.
\nTo help the immune system and memory issues, Professor Linch has started Steve on Interferon. There are risks with this treatment but the benefits outweigh the risks if it works. Steve had his first dose the other day so we wait to see how he responds.<\/p>\n

As for me, I still commute in everyday to spend the day at the hospital with Steve. We get regular visits from family and friends and a few times I\u2019ve met up with old friends for lunch or a drink. Sometimes I take a break for an hour or two and visit some of the many museums, libraries, and shops nearby. That\u2019s one advantage of being in the center of London.<\/p>\n

I’m also kept busy with quite a lot of paperwork, fortunately Steve is so well organized that I’ve been able to take over quite easily. The purchase of our house in Chorleywood is going smoothly. We’re expecting to exchange contract next week and close end of August\/early September. As many can imagine I spend many hours planning and scheming how to decorate and furnish the house. I\u2019m very much looking forward to having a home again.<\/p>\n

Thank you everyone for your continued support and words of encouragement. They certainly help to keep me strong.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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