Another update on my mom

[SeattleGirl]

Edited to add links to my previous posts on this:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=4951997
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=4957915

I just talked to my sister Kathy. Mom is still in the hospital, but is doing better. She's out of ICU now. Her heart rate has remained steady, and closer to normal. She still has a headache, but it's not nearly as bad as it was. She isn't coughing as much, which is good, because that's what makes the headache bad. She's on two anti-biotics, one oral, and one IV. The doc is not sure how much longer she will need to be there; Kathy thinks that he wants to see if she will remain somewhat stable for another day or two before letting her go home. She's still saying she feels "kind of weird", and it may be one of the meds she's on.

So, things are looking a bit better, but I'll be so glad when she gets to go home.

[Strong Atheist]

1. Good luck! Best wishes!

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

9. ....

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[bigwillq]

2. Sending my best to her.

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

10. Thank you

:hug:

[proud2BlibKansan]

3. Good news

We went through Mom in the hospital in November. It's a bitch. Hang in there.

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

11. It is a bitch, to be sure.

But I know she's getting excellent care, so I feel better about that. :hug:

[miss_american_pie]

4. I'm glad to hear it

I hope she's home soon. :hug:

[SeattleGirl]

12. So do I, m_a_p

I'm in semi-holding-my-breath mode right now. :hug:

[BelleCarolinaPeridot]

5. I hope that everything is alright :)

:hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug::hug:

[SeattleGirl]

13. Thank you, CP

:hug:

[merh]

6. Oh, I am glad things are better SG.

I'll keep her in my prayers (and you and your family). :hug:

All sorts of healing energies going out there for so many. :loveya:

[SeattleGirl]

14. Thank you, merh

:hug:

And hugs to Sir Winston, too.

[flamingyouth]

7. Glad she's out of ICU

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

15. So am I.

She was actually supposed to be transferred to the regular medical floor two days ago, but there were no beds available until yesterday. :hug:

[reyd reid reed]

8. Oh, I'm glad things are getting better

And that she's out of ICU. One step at a time...she'll be home soon enough, for now it's important that she get well first.

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

16. Absolutely, and her doc and caregivers are working hard to

make it so. :hug:

[Starbucks Anarchist]

17. Good luck, SG.

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

21. Thanks, SA

:hug:

[Redstone]

18. This is good to hear.

Redstone

[SeattleGirl]

22. Thanks

And sorry to hear you aren't doing so well right now. :hug:

[OhioBlue]

19. I'm so glad that things

are sounding like it looks better!!

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

23. As am I.

:hug:

[Wapsie B]

20. It's good that she's getting better.

Best wishes for her and her family.

[SeattleGirl]

24. Thanks bwa

:hug:

[RevCheesehead]

25. You're fortunate to have a good doctor.

Too many hospitals are in a hurry to discharge a patient. If your doctor is wanting to keep her there, you've found a good one.

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

26. He's very good. Plus, it helps that mom worked at the hospital

for over 35 years, and she was one of the staff's favorite people. Also, her doc doesn't believe in "drive-by" medical treatment.

And how are you doing, Rev? :hug:

[RevCheesehead]

27. Doing OK.

I have a funeral on Monday, and I'm wondering how I'm going to do. I'm glad that another pastor is going to be there, and he's doing the eulogy. It's kinda sad. This woman's husband died 5 weeks before she did.... and my mom's funeral was between the two. It's had the odd effect of drawing the family and me closer to each other.

That, and I'm finally remembering how lonely Saturday nights can be.

I'm so glad your mom is getting better. :hug:

[SeattleGirl]

36. That would have to be a special challenge for you Rev, officiating

at funerals, and still dealing with your own fresh grief. :hug:

[RevCheesehead]

38. So far, God hasn't let me down yet.

My grief seems to be limited to private time at home, or when I'm alone. But when I'm "Pastor Ruth," something happens. Strength is given. I guess that's what we call "Grace" - and it really IS amazing. :)

[SeattleGirl]

41. Your post just gave me goosebumps, Rev

Grace is indeed amazing, and God does indeed help hold us up, and hold us together, when it's hard to do it on our own.

:hug:

[OzarkDem]

28. Good to hear

Let's hope she's home soon and feeling good again.

[SeattleGirl]

31. Thanks!

:hug:

[Oeditpus Rex]

29. W00t for SeattleMom!

Karma is real, o non-believers. :bounce:

[SeattleGirl]

32. Thanks OR!

It sure is! :hug:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

30. My dear SeattleGirl........

I am glad to hear that she's progressing...

However, I am also glad to hear that they aren't in ANY hurry to send her home just yet.

She needs to stay there until there is no doubt that she doesn't need to be there any longer.....

No matter how long it takes!

We don't want her to go home, just to need to return right away.....

All my good thoughts and prayers go out to her, you, and your whole family......

:loveya: :hug: :loveya:

[SeattleGirl]

33. Thanks, Peggy

I agree, as do my siblings. We want to make sure she's well enough be be home, so that being at home endangering her health.

:loveya: :hug: :loveya:

[Zomby Woof]

34. Hang in there SG

:hug:

[SeattleGirl]

35. Thanks ZW

:hug:

[LaraMN]

37. Oh good! I'm glad she's improving!

More *get well* vibes coming- I can spare 'em for your Momma! :hug:

[SeattleGirl]

40. Thank you, LaraMN

I appreciate it so much! :hug:

[Whoa_Nelly]

39. Hugs, SG

Thanks for the update...am sure it's been several anxious days for you and all your family :hug:

[SeattleGirl]

42. Yes, it has Nelly

I've lost track of how many times we've gone through this with mom, because of her health problems, but it never gets any easier. :hug:

[u4ic]

43. I missed the other threads, Seattle Girl

Sending healing vibes to your mom....I hope she is well, and home, soon! :hug:

[SeattleGirl]

44. Thank you, u4ic.

:hug: