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Post by girlonabike on May 30, 2017 10:52:14 GMT -6
Hi, hoping everything turns out ok. My mom ended up with pneumonia and had to be put on ventilator last November. I really thought I was gonna lose her, but she ended up pulling through like a champ. If you need someone to talk to, don't hesitate. It's overwhelming and scary and you don't have to do it alone.
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Post by aydee on May 30, 2017 11:34:21 GMT -6
It's good to see you here shellyr. The situation with your dad sounds really scary. I hope he responds well to the antibiotics. We're thinking of you and here for support any time you need it.
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Post by brassyclarinet on May 30, 2017 14:08:24 GMT -6
that's rough. all the best.
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Post by layloo on May 30, 2017 16:42:37 GMT -6
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Post by sweetsyrup on May 30, 2017 18:33:03 GMT -6
I'm sorry to see this. Your dad and family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Post by coconutbacon on May 30, 2017 20:14:47 GMT -6
Just seeing this. Sending all of the good vibes to your family, shellyr. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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Post by booarogue on May 30, 2017 20:24:48 GMT -6
I hope the antibiotics help and your dad feels better. I'm keeping you guys in my thoughts and sending out all the good vibes I've got. Big hugs. We're here if you need us.
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Post by amberlie on Jun 1, 2017 4:02:02 GMT -6
Thinking of you shellyrSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Post by skinandbones on Jun 1, 2017 6:35:52 GMT -6
shellyr, thinking of you. How is your dad?
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Post by armpants on Jun 1, 2017 12:53:29 GMT -6
I wanted to share that shellyr said the antibiotics are helping, her dad isn't as disoriented! He has a lunar puncture today, so let's hope they find reduced infection.
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Post by fierymama on Jun 1, 2017 12:57:58 GMT -6
Thanks for the update armpants. Glad to hear that things are improving shellyr.
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 1, 2017 13:30:49 GMT -6
shellyr I am glad to hear a positive update, been thinking about you a lot.
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Post by sizzleb on Jun 1, 2017 14:36:13 GMT -6
FX for reduced infection!
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Post by layloo on Jun 1, 2017 18:49:37 GMT -6
Glad things are improving. FX that the infection is going/gone away. Continuing to think of you and your family, shellyr
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jun 2, 2017 13:23:09 GMT -6
Still thinking good thoughts and sending them your way!
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Post by aydee on Jun 3, 2017 14:15:41 GMT -6
Thinking of you shellyr and hoping that your dad has continued to improve.
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Post by notelsie on Jun 3, 2017 14:38:14 GMT -6
Sending thoughts and prayers <3
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Post by shellyr on Jun 4, 2017 8:48:44 GMT -6
Thanks for the kind thoughts everybody. My dad has an infection in the lumbar spine. He's going to need weeks (more likely months) of IV antibiotics. He is still having so much pain that he can't sit up to eat. The good news is that he isn't delirious anymore. I left a job and a place I liked and moved across the country to help out with this kind of stuff, but it is still really hard. Will try to be around more this week now that he looks more stable. Thanks again everybody.
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Post by CestLaVie on Jun 4, 2017 9:23:52 GMT -6
shellyr, take care of yourself! It sounds like it will be long process. I am really glad there are steps that can be taken to fix it though.
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Post by armpants on Jun 4, 2017 10:54:24 GMT -6
shellyr so happy he's starting to do better. Please take care of yourself as well. ❤ love to you and yours.
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Post by redandblue on Jun 4, 2017 11:25:02 GMT -6
shellyr so glad to hear a positive update for your dad, and a plan in place. FX they can get the pain under control soon too. Take care of yourself too. Being a caregiver can be draining, not to mention adding the responsibilities of being mother, professional and wife.
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Jun 4, 2017 13:10:56 GMT -6
I'm sorry it's so hard but I'm glad he's doing better. Take care of yourself. You and your family are still in my t&P's.
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Post by jess213 on Jun 4, 2017 13:14:12 GMT -6
Keeping you all in my thoughts & hoping for a quick recovery! Hugs!
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Post by shellyr on Jun 4, 2017 14:33:53 GMT -6
shellyr so glad to hear a positive update for your dad, and a plan in place. FX they can get the pain under control soon too. Take care of yourself too. Being a caregiver can be draining, not to mention adding the responsibilities of being mother, professional and wife. Thanks, I'm learning this the hard way. Trying to think of ways to make this easier. I'm considering returning to acupuncture.
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Post by layloo on Jun 4, 2017 16:12:58 GMT -6
I'm glad he's doing some better but so sorry he is still in pain. I'm also feeling so bad for you. Please do like others said and take care of yourself. Your are important too and doing a great job.
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Post by booarogue on Jun 4, 2017 19:10:57 GMT -6
I'm glad they know what's going on and how to treat it. Hopefully his pain decreases quickly. Please allow yourself time to take care of yourself too. Being a caretaker is a huge task and one you have so beautifully taken on. You are doing an amazing thing but remember to be your own caretaker as well. You and yours will stay in my thoughts.
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