November 10 I was able to have the stent put into my left kidney and ureter. It went well, though it took a few days to recover. After two weeks, there was still no change in my pain level in my left back and side. I have continued to have pain despite the testing on my left kidney and ureter. Yesterday morning the urologist/surgeon removed the stent. He told me that because all the testing shows my kidney and ureter are functioning normally and show no disease, there is nothing else he can do. Practically, we have been able to rule out any kidney disease or physical problem to the structure of the kidney and ureter.
Where do we go from here? Well, I have decided to pursue potential problems with my back or hips. I will be looking into chiropractic, physical therapy, and further medical care. I do not know what to do, but I know God knows, so I am looking to Him. I will also be asking the original referring nurse practitioner about any other potential internal conditions that could be causing my pain.
I do not know how long all of this is going to take. I appreciate your continued prayers for our time here and the future of our ministry. Ethan continues to work at the church with teaching and writing. Please pray for good fruit from his work while we are in a time of waiting. God bless you.
Amy nuzzles noses with Pastor Bob after our time of prayer dedicating her to the Lord.
Amy's Daddy prayed for her as well as Pastor Bob. The other kids behaved themselves, thank goodness. It was a good time together as a family, and I hope the kids remember it.
