Good News

Due to BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) Philip experienced complete blockage of urine flow (acute urinary retention)-very painful! After ten days of discomfit with a catheter inserted and wearing a catheter bag Philip was able to have them removed yesterday. The medical and nursing care he received at Fremantle Hospital as been much appreciated.Best of all Philip's "water works" have been able to resume their normal function. He's drinking lots of water, avoiding tea and coffee for the time being since they are bladder irritants. He's also continuing to take a new medication called "Duodart" which is designed to shrink his enlarged prostate and relax the smooth muscle in the prostate gland and, if it works as intended, avoid surgery.However it takes about four to six months to be fully effective and needs to be taken for the rest of his life. It's been suggested we remain in Perth for a few more days to monitor progress before setting off to visit other country areas of W.A. We're giving thanks to God for His goodness to date and trusting in His provision for the return journey.