Update on Dad

Took Dad to Dr. Zawadsky today because he has been too weak to do much except move from one chair to the couch! He was also very short of breath. I had noticed a rash on one arm just before we went. It took Dr. Z only one look to say that it is shingles! Since that is a virus she said that is why he has felt so bad. She gave him medication for the virus and a pain killer in case he needs it. So far he hasn't complained much of discomfort. We are not to let him go around anyone who has not had chicken pox. She also says she hears "gunk" in his left lung and wants a blood test and chest x ray right away. One was due for our next visit to Dr. Harb in August, but she wants it done right away.
Tonight he ate his dinner for the first time in days. He has been taking a few bites and saying he was full, but tonight he ate barbecusd pork on a bun, an ear of corn and radishes. I am going to give him canteloupe a little later. Too bad his wife's appetite has not been affected.