Update on Moncha

[Ms Moncha]

Hello to all of the VX Family.

I want to give you a brief update on Scottie today. The drug that the Denver Neurologist has placed him on (the ONLY drug apparently that treats increased cerebral spinal fluid pressure) is ravaging his body. The side-effects are worse? than the headache caused by the increased pressure. He has severe intestinal cramps, nausea, vomiting and a quick two step to the bathroom. The worst part is that he still has a headache of huge proportions, 8-9 on a scale of 10. I think it is really an 11, but he doesn't want us to worry. Yesterday, he was down to 178 lbs. because his body cannot absorb any nutrients. (Remember, he is 6'3", so he looks like a beanpole.) His doctor placed him on the BRAT diet that is used for babies that have intestinal disorders and chemo patients. He is now just eating Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast. So far today, he is able to keep some of it down and "appears" to maybe be a little bit better. He is really trying to keep it all together and act "normal", whatever that is.

He thinks it helps him maintain. If you believe you are normal, then you are.??

I still read him your posts, as hard as it is for me to do it. I can't get thru them without breaking down with emotion on just HOW MUCH ALL of you truly care about us and everyone else in this Family. It brings me to my knees every time I log on. Right now, I am having great difficulty in getting this typed. But I want you to know how he is without having to guess or wonder, etc. I can only thank you again for your support. Please keep Scott in your prayers and good thoughts. He will be back on the Forum as soon as he can and does sometimes actually log on himself.

We love you and without this Forum, life would be VERY SAD and empty, if he didn't have all of you "pulling" for him.

Thank you, again for your support, love, good wishes and prayers.

Love,

[rowhard]

Thank you Laura and god bless from Me and Sandy.

Hope he found Steve Jennes joining the group as exciting as I think most of us have.

Thanks again and god bless both of you

[Riff Raff]

Thanx for the update, as we all constantly worry about Scott and pray for his expediant recovery. Scott is truly the wind in our sails and his bright beakon of light shines through the fog by keeping us between the white lines on the road. Our faith and prayers for Scott will never deminish and he motivates us to always excel, as we patiently wait for his return. All of our best wishes to you Scott and to your family. Come back to us, we miss you!!!

[don moore]

Thanks for the update Ms Moncha

Well we are here and If we could be there we would in a heart beat... you know the VX family will do anything they can for you two..
tell Scott Im pulling for him.and my beautiful wife said she has been praying for you and scott daily..oh me to..
well ... chin up.
and to let you know ..without this forum I would have never found my VX or my new family of fellow VXers...

thankyou

HUGS
DON MOORE

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Hello to all of the VX Family.

His doctor placed him on the BRAT diet...

When we first read that we were thinking a brat diet? some sauerkraut... that'll put more than just meat on the bones!

They'll get him eating the good stuff soon, we just gotta wait out the storm first. Bananas aren't bad...

You both are in our thoughts, as always! Lots and Hugs and Kisses to you two.

[tomdietrying]

The both of you are good people. Things will turn around.
Your always in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace.
Tom

[VX crazy]

Gosh what else can go wrong huh? I pray for so many people its amazing I get any sleep! LOL

I will continue to pray for both of you, its amazing how some people have to go through so much in their time here.....and others dont......but what are you gonna do.....EAT BANANAS!!!

Love ya both!

[lasturbo]

Laura, U R a true angel and I know Scott thinks the same! From my family to yours, we continue to pray for a speedy recovery and the boss to be back to his old self. We appreciate you taking the time to give us an update and take all the time you need. As any of us would do, if there is anything you need, just call. The VX fam is true, strong and will never cease. God Bless Team Moncha and the VX fam!

[Gussie2000]

Ms laura thank you for the post.

God bless you guys,tell scott we really miss the call of duty weekend's meet.

[djvx]

It's gotta be agony for Scottie but sounds like he's bein' a real Trooper. My prayers are with you both.

[tom4bren]

Scott & Laura,

Keep being strong. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Maybe it's a good thing that my daily commute takes me through some stretches of road that are the heaviest patrolled in the nation. Every time I see a cop, I say a quick prayer for Scott.

Tom

[CrnCnn]

It sounds like by now everyone has covered all the bases on what to say. I just want to send good vibes and let you both know youre in mrs. crncnn's prayers and in my thoughts.

[Cobrajet]

Like everyone else has said, we are all here to provide support for the Boss Man. Hope to hear good things in the near future, but we're here for the long haul, if necessary. Hang in there, Scott!

[nfpgasmask]

Thanks for keeping us posted.

Get well soon, Scott.

Bart

[Travelin2]

Laura;
While Gloria and I are fairly new members of this group and have never met you or Scottie, we appreciate what Scottie has done with this site to keep it healthy. We also appreciate what you are up against watching your loved one fight something like this. We are on your team and pulling for you both. Give Scottie our best.

Sincerely, John & Gloria