MilliBr1 Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Please pray for my mom. She is back in the hospital and not doing well. She has had a very hard time eating do to the pain from the radiation on her esophagus. Plus she has had diarrhea for weeks and just cant get rid of it. Yesterday she seemed to be doing fairly good and then began to go down hill fast. We rushed her to the emergency room. I could just scream and swear at the way this hospital doesn't work. She has been there since 5pm yesterday and they have done basically nothing. Yes she is on an IV which took forever IMOP and also had 2 transfusions, as her red blood cells were down do to last weeks chemo. They suspected a urinary infection. I asked several time today have they gotten the results and they kept saying not yet but soon. Around 5pm today the nurse comes in to get another sample they just realized they never had an order to check for an infection Well we were very angry as her fever has increased 103.9 ( not good for a 75 year old) and no antibiotics have been started. Then they try to give her Tylenol in pill form when she is barely awake and having a hard time swallowing We raised more cane and they are getting some blood tests done stat! I spent the night last night and my sisters are spending the night tonight. I am just so angry! And so sad I feel like we are losing her and no is trying to help. Sorry this is so long I just needed to vent. thanks for reading and please pray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 You have every right to be angry... I'm so sorry your Mama isn't doing well. I will be praying for her and for you. ((((hugs)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Prayers for your Mom and you. Sounds like you are a good advocate for your Mom, we all need that when we are in the hospital. Stay strong and know that we are all here for you. Prayers and hugs, Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Botley Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 So very sorry to hear about your Mother! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! Take Good Care, Botley & Mother Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Sorry things are so rough right now. Sending lots of positive energy to you both. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 I am so sorry. Infection can be very serious to health...should grab doctor to help your mom....I pray that your mom is doing okay very very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 ADVOCATE! I have had the misfortune to learn firsthand that the old saying is true "The squeaky wheel gets the grease!" Don't feel bad for a minute! Prayers for your family.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Love and Prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Sorry your Mom is having such a rough time. Those hospital people should be shot. Don't put up with anymore from them - you have every right to complain until you get her the proper care. You are a great daughter and I'm praying for your Mom and your family right now. Keep us posted. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbays Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Praying for your mom. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Prayers comin'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted April 28, 2005 Share Posted April 28, 2005 Prayers on the way. Hugs. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted April 29, 2005 Share Posted April 29, 2005 Sorry about the mess with your Mom! I can not believe they are giving her pills when she is having problems with her esophagus, I was in the hospital for 5 days before when my throat swelled shut because of radiation and chemo. I don't know what area you live in but I found that that Slurpees or Icee's helped my throat so much when I was having problems. 7-11's carry Slurpees, I think that Burger King carries the Icee's. I lived on them and they also helps with nausea. Hope things get better SOON! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted April 29, 2005 Share Posted April 29, 2005 You have my prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephnewyork34 Posted April 29, 2005 Share Posted April 29, 2005 Hey there! Don't you worry about long posts, that is why we are here, now you need to ride their butts like Zorro until they help her! grrr It makes me mad too! Also make sure they are hydrating her like crazy if she has been having the runs she is dehydrated for sure. mean while I will say some prayers for you! biggest hugs Steph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted April 29, 2005 Author Share Posted April 29, 2005 Thank you all for your responces and prayers. Justakid, thanks will be sure to try the icees and slurpies. Today she is doing much better. She did have a urinary infection and C. Diff in her bowels. That really makes me made because she has had diarrhea for weeks. I saw an atrtical about this and told her to tell her doctors to check for it. They finally did it and told her that wasn't it. I just knew thats what it had to be. I should have told my mom they needed to test again. We are still waiting for the results on the blood cultures. She is on a feeding tube until her esophagus heals enough so she can eat better. Thanks again everyone! I know I don't post often but this board has been a big help for me. I've learned a lot from your posts and have been able to help give good advice to my folks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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