an inventory of suffering

Scalp condition
Swelling and water retention around face and neck
Hemodialysis shunt in neck
Blood blisters on face
Sore on ear from oxygen tube
Thrush
Sore neck, shoulders, and back from lying in same position
Imprint of folds on back (red and irritated skin)
Incision beneath shoulder blade for drainage of left lung
Skin abrasion from tearing of dressing on skin near armpit
Stomach tube for feeding
Sore backside from lying in same position
Extremely dry cracked skin on arms and legs
Blown veins from unsuccessful IV attempts
Holes on wrists from being poked for IV
Swollen wrists from effects of chemo-therapy (when hands were in constant pain)
Sore red heels from lying in same position
Cold feet from poor circulation

Additionally:
Pneumonia in left lung then right lung
Coughing with need for suction
Coughing to the point of vomiting

After dialysis:
Increased heart-rate (heart racing)
Low blood pressure
Light-headedness
Fever

Ongoing:
Depression