What's inside Ernie's head?

[This post is from guest blogger "Dave", filling in while Ernie is otherwise occupied.]

Ernie's brain tumor problems have resurfaced once again. Last Tuesday night he had headaches and blacked out, and had to be rushed to UVa hospital for an emergency surgery that occurred last Thursday. By my rough understanding of it, the tumor caused a blockage that led to a fluid buildup that was putting pressure on his brain: this emergency surgery drained that fluid and so stabilized his condition, but didn't necessarily resolve the underyling problem. The surgeons did a biopsy on the tumor tissue; once they get the results of that biopsy (later this week), Ernie will know much more about his underlying condition and treatment options.

Despite all this, Ernie is doing very well. He appears to be feeling fine, other than occasional headaches and extreme tiredness, and being majorly annoyed that he's still dealing with this stupid brain tumor.

Ernie will be home and blogging again soon (in fact he may have been released today). So keep a watch on Where's Ernie's Head to stay informed of important developments. And please keep Ernie in your thoughts and prayers.