michellep Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Had to take hubby to the ER early this morning. The pneumonia has been getting worse. The doc said that it's very bad and then he admitted him in "guarded condition". He's in the critical care unit. He had been treated for bacterial and not fungal for so long that it just continued to fill his lungs. Probably won't be around much for the next few days, but I'll be in touch when I can. Please send more prayers? I can't say how I am right now because I don't even know myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calintay Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 ((((Michelle and hubby)))) My thoughts and prayers are with you both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Mine, too. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Remember sometimes the hospital is the best place to be!!! Sayin Prayers for the Family!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Michelle, I'll keep you both close to my heart. Will be waiting and watching for your update. Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbvh Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Oh Michelle, Sorry to hear this news. I hope and pray he is doing better today. ((Hugs)) BarbVh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce u Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Sorry to read this Michelle. Hopefully they can get things under control and he will be home soon. take care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patti B Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 ((((((Michelle))))) I know all this sucks but you had mentioned how many antibiotics he is on. Maybe they can get that straigthened out - I would worry that all those drugs would make you sick!!! Antibiotics can be very hard on your system. Will be thinking of both of you and praying for a fast recovery!!! Hugs - Patti B. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 I certainly am praying for the both of you. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 (((Michelle & Hubby))), I am saying lots of prayers for both of you. Please keep us informed when you can. Hugs, sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 I'm praying for you both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbb Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 {{{Michelle}}} what a rollercoaster ride my dear. My prayers are coming your way. Barbb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyman35 Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Oh dear Michelle. I am praying for you & hubby. Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighting4mom Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 Hi Michelle, I am adding my voice of prayer and sending you wishes of strength. We're all here for you whenever you need us! Blessings, Kimberly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janette Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 in my prayers, stay strong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstdzy Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 Prayers on the way! Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 ((((Michelle)))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted October 1, 2009 Share Posted October 1, 2009 Michelle, I'm sorry I missed this posting earlier. But I wanted to add my prayers to those already going up. I pray for your dear hubby, that he get better soon, and that doctors can help him regain his strength and health. I am also saying lots of prayers for you too to have the strength and comfort you need through all of this as well. God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michellep Posted October 2, 2009 Author Share Posted October 2, 2009 I've slept at the hospital for the last few days and finally came home for a well needed shower and sleep He's been declining and his O2 fell yesterday to 62 just from trying to go into the bedside commode. They put him on a special 02 mask and set it to #10. Then a group of people came running in and said he was being moved to another room. ???? It was all rush rush and when we arrived (within seconds) they told me that they did a "nasal swab" and it looked like he had the swine flu. I don''t believe that....there are NO flu symptoms! I'm just as a total loss. I can't even call anyone because I just "know" that I can't get those words past my lips. I'm meeting with a hospice nurse at the hospital in the morning. I desperately need some help. I can't lift him....he's too heavy for me. I'm hoping that if I bring them in that I will be able to do the IV infusions myself. I'm told hospice won't do that. And then....there will of course be the insurance issue. I'm also heard that you can go in and out of hospice at anytime. Thanks to all of you for your kind words and prayers. I'll let you know what happens when I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaminkw Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Michelle, I don't usually check in late anymore but am glad I did tonight. My dear, I just don't know how you do it but it seems you continue to roll with it all. What next is what you must be thinking. I want to tell you that I do recall that a news item I saw on TV recently about swine flu testing cited a problem with a significant number of false positives. Without any symptoms, I'm hoping that's what's going on here. I am glad you are home getting some good rest. Let us know when you can how things are working out with hospice. You certainly do need help. Take care. Judy in Key West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fighting4mom Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Michelle, Please know that you have so many of us lifting you up in prayers for strength for you and your husband. My heart goes out to you and cries that you are in this place. Blessings, Kimberly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 (((Michelle))), prayers continue here. I hope his condition improves soon. Hugs, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michellep Posted October 2, 2009 Author Share Posted October 2, 2009 When I arrived at the hospital this morning I was surrounded by a team of doctors and hospice. They said the swine flu was negative. I'm happy about that because he's suffered enough. They also said that the location of the tumor is slowing cutting off his ability to breath. They have him set on # 10. They gave ma a choice of a long term facility or hospice. I chose hospice because of that awful facility we have here. Hospice says that since I am the sole caretaker that they will be here 7 days a week. (we'll see, right) They are sending him home tomorrow by ambulance since I don't have the ability to set O2 that high. Never thought I would have to accept this. I have been telling myself all thru this process that there's still hope. Well, hope is gone now. Can't type anymore thru these tears, but thank each and everyone of you for your prayers and support. You all mean so much to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Oh Michelle, I'm sorry you are facing this. I will keep you and your husband in my prayers. I hope the hospice will be a real help to you. In the meantime, know we are here for you. Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted October 2, 2009 Share Posted October 2, 2009 Michelle, I just don't know what to say. I'm so sorry you're going through all of this. I'm praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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