Since we moved to Rwanda, Chad has experienced health trouble. Last summer, we found out he had amoeba, which explained his stomach issues. After a round of medication, that issue is okay. Now he is left with constant leg aches that will not let up.
He's been seen by an American doctor in Kigali and we've done numerous blood tests that all came up negative.
So, now what?
Some generous friends made it possible for us to fly somewhere else to seek help.
We chose Capetown, South Africa. We did everything we could to take advantage of medical experts there, but in between appointments, we did some cool things.
Cable Car ride up Table Mountain
a Dussy
Capetown
African Penguins - who knew?
University of Capetown
While in Capetown, we stayed with some wonderful people.
This is our host family.
We got connected through a friend of a friend - how amazing! They were incredible. Turns out, the couple are both doctors. They were able to give us inside advice and help look at blood test results. Plus, we enjoyed their company and graciousness for the week we were there.
So, what did we learn medically?
Doctors couldn't find anything wrong with Chad.
The conclusion we were given is Post Viral Syndrome. There hasn't been any actual virus or fever that we can point to, but it's the only thing they can come up with for now.
They sent us home with anti-depressants to lessen the pain and aid in sleep.
We left Capetown grateful, yet disappointed.
Chad has given the meds a try, but they made him feel groggy,
without actually relieving the pain or helping him feel rested.
At this point, we are focusing on recognizing and managing stress that he may not have noticed before. We're looking into adrenal fatigue and trying to eat well.
Chad is a high-achiever who is productive and thinks of others. He's not a complainer, but he went from being athletic and active to being
unable to exercise without being completely fatigued and in pain.
In all of this, only the people closest to him really see how he is affected.
Please pray with us as we continue this journey that...
~ We can find the root of the fatigue, pain, and poor sleep
~ Chad will be healed
~ If God has something for us to learn in all of this, we won't miss it
Thanks for your prayers!
