ANDY GARCIA UPDATE

The purpose of this blog is to provide one place where everyone can receive updated, factual information on Andy's condition. If you have any information, please email it to dtmarct@aol.com.

Tuesday, September 05, 2006

Lasix, not Eye Surgery

Andy was supposed to be discharged from the LDS Hospital today around noon. He had swelled up like a bloated buffalo for a couple of days ago until he visited the ER. He is now back on Lasix, a potent diuretic that alleviates water retention. As a result, he is back down to his fighting weight of 191--44 pounds less than when he had his heart attack.

The plan for now is for Andy and Raymond will return to their original housing arrangement across the street from the LDS Hospital. Andy reported that he is now much better and he feels like he is getting stronger each day. He sends his thanks to all those who continue to monitor his progress ... more later.