peebygeeby Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Hi everyone, Well. I don't know which way this situation is heading. In my last report to you I told you that the oncologist had reviewed a recent x-ray and told me that things looked improved and that Hank was doing some walking around. I was then in touch with the pulmonologist who told me that she did'nt see much improvement in that same x-ray. A new x-ray was taken yesterday and the pulmonologist told me that yes, it did look improved. Meanwhile, Hanks breathing is changeable, meaning sometimes it's better than at other times, but at no time anywhere near what I would consider good. He is losing strength. He thinks because of being in bed so much with no exercise. I asked the pulmomologist what the plan is. She said that they had thrown everything they have to throw at it. I asked when he could come home. She was non-committal. My guess is that they're thinking that since there is an improvement in the x-ray, they'll hold onto him for a while longer and hope for further improvement. My other thought is, that they don't think he'll improve, and are just afraid to send him home, because he'll get here and just have to go right back or maybe just die! But, if that were the case, I would think that they would tell me to just take him home under hospice care. I don't know guys. But, this is so hard. Everyday I wake up and wonder, will this be the day that he really shows improvement and can come home? Will this be the day that I get a call from the hospital telling me he's died? I'm living on the edge here. It's really, really hard. Thanks for listening guys. Gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 (((Gail))) My heart is breaking as I read this post. I am so hoping that Hank can turn things around. Hang in there and please let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do for you. I will be continuing to keep you both in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandraL Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Gail. I just can not imagine what this is like you for you. I just pray for strength for both of you. Take good care and I know you will get through this. Sandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry's Wife Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 (((Gail))) It's really hard to not know what is going on. I'm so sorry you and Hank are having to go through this. Know that we are all pulling for you and Hank. Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Gail, I'm so sorry. I can't imagine how tough this is for you, but please know that you and Hank are in my thoughts and prayers. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellit74 Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 thinking of you Gail. Hope things turn around for Hank soon Shelli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Thinking of you and Hank Gail. Many positve thoughts and prayers that he will turn around and get through this. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebygeeby Posted June 29, 2008 Author Share Posted June 29, 2008 Hey everybody, Saw Hank today, when he woke up this morning he felt that he was breathing better. His blood oxygen level read 97% at rest, which is quite good. But as soon as he starts moving around he gets short of breath. Saw the pulmonologist today, she said that todays x-ray looks even better than the last. But for some reason this is not translating into better breathing. I don't know, maybe it'll just take time. She also said that he's been in the hospital for a long time, and if they did'nt think that they could further improve this situation they would send him home today. So, apparently, they still have hope, and are not giving up on this. I hope they're right! Thanks guys, Gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry's Wife Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Me, too, Gail. I'm pulling for you guys!! Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LovesLife Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Gail - rooting for you both as well! Sorry this has been so up and down for you both - hopefully things will just go up for awhile! Take care, Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaroleHammett Posted June 29, 2008 Share Posted June 29, 2008 Hi, Gail. I so hope you'll be able to bring Hank home. I can't help but believe that both of you will be better if he's there rather in the hospital. I'm glad his breathing is better, even if only when he's at rest (And I know the feeling; my own jumps around all the time depending on my activity). My thoughts are with you, Gail. Consider yourself hugged! Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janet B Posted June 30, 2008 Share Posted June 30, 2008 Gail - You are in my thoughts daily. I am praying that Hank is home soon , breathing better. Peace - Janet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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