My sister took my brother to the ER yesterday. He is experiencing many severe medical issues, including uncontrolled A-ib, extreme pain (and likely related issues), and apparently has a serious infection. My sister said they suspect his kidneys may have also been affected. Other than the heart issues, which he had before his cancer diagnosis, it's all likely related to his cancer and the chemo. Perhaps his heart issue is also exacerbated by them. I told her to let me know when our brother might be ready for a phone call. The last couple times I called he was not well enough to talk for long. In the hospital, I'm unsure if he feels up to talking at all. He was kept overnight. I'm unsure when he'll get out. He's already been venting about the cost of his medical bills. And now even more. It's a tragedy that people who are sick also have the discomfort of wondering how to pay for care.