Originally Posted by
Anna 
Yeah, maybe he feels more comfortable now that he knows you're feeling better. Maybe he was afraid when he saw you suffering and in pain and didn't know how to handle it. Have you talked to him about your feelings?
I have tried, Anna. I don't think I've asked him if he was afraid. I am unsure if he is aware he might be afraid, and if he was, doubt he'd admit it. He'd see it as a weakness or admission of fault.
I will mention it tonight and see what happens.