Terrible weekend :( Sad Update (post#104)

[startrekkie]

I am thinking about you hun at this terrible time

 

[Netty]

The consultant has advised that my dad should not be resuscitated if his heart fails again. He is not responding to the treatment given.

We have been called in tomorrow for a meeting with the consultant following his latest CT scan. I know that they are going to break bad news to us. The worse thing is that in his moments of lucidity, I am sure he knows what is happening to him. I made him laugh today - somewhere in his failing body, my dad is still there. It is breaking my heart.

 

[Jets fan]

The consultant has advised that my dad should not be resuscitated if his heart fails again. He is not responding to the treatment given.

We have been called in tomorrow for a meeting with the consultant following his latest CT scan. I know that they are going to break bad news to us. The worse thing is that in his moments of lucidity, I am sure he knows what is happening to him. I made him laugh today - somewhere in his failing body, my dad is still there. It is breaking my heart.

I really feel for you. My dad passed away in May and I am sure, like you that he was with us right up until the end. He knew he was dying but he still responded when we said that we loved him and stroked his hand. It was only a little gasp, but it was there. Lets hope that a miracle happens with your dad. Sending you magor hugs

Tina

 

[disney_princess_85]

I'm so very sorry, how awful.

 

[joolz1910]

I saw the consultant today and the news was not good. He said that my Dad's latest CT scan showed significant deterioration. His brain is still swelling and there is nothing they can do. If the swelling continues, he will eventually slip into a coma and stop breathing. It could however stop swelling, in which case he could make a limited recovery - it is totally unpredictable at this stage.

I don't care what anyone says, I agree with Tina (Jets Fan) - I know he understands everything that is going on - so I am going to keep talking to him and holding his hand. I made him laugh again today and the nurse said he was all smiles when she told him I was coming in.

Thank you for all of your support over this last week. It means more than I can say.

 

[poppie123]

I'm so sorry

 

[florida sun]

Sending loads of hugs your way

 

[Pinky166]

I am sure he knows you are there with him.

Hugs to you & your dad.

 

[startrekkie]

aww hun that really is upsetting news is there any hope at all for your dad getting better sending my love to you and your family

 

[buzz for boys]

Sending all my love and really do hope that the swelling does stop x x x
Take care x x x

 

[thelittlemermaid83]

We are all thinking of you here Juliette, sending prayers your way

 

[fav_is_tink]

sorry to hear your sads news Juliette, stay strong, your dad will be comforted that you're there with him,

 

[Ware Bears]

Oh Juliette, I will be praying for your Dad

stay strong

 

[sasywtch]

Always reading here since my relatives are on here.....
My 55 year old friend had encyphalitis (sp?) 2 years ago, in ICU for 5 days , was admitted to the hospital as he was desorientated, didn't know who anyone was, etc. Today, we were just putting in a garden! Always always hope! His was mosquito related, West Nile induced.

 

[joolz1910]

Well, talk about a rollercoaster. Today my Dad was sitting up and trying to talk. I asked him how he felt and he replied, 'knackered' which I took to be a sign he was getting back to his old self. He told me he had a pain in his side and was able to keep focussed and communicative for about 15 minutes in total.

I can't believe how he keeps fighting back. Keep sending him

 

[startrekkie]

that's brilliant news sending my love to you Juliette and your dad

 

[Ware Bears]

That's so encouraging, Juliette. Will continue to pray and send

 

[joolz1910]

Well, it looks like all the that has been sent is starting to do the trick. My Dad has been moved from the Coronary Care Unit because he has improved. Apparently he asked if he could have a wash this morning. That sounds just like my Dad - he is always so clean and tidy.

I know that he has a long way to go, but now I am thinking about when he gets better and not if he gets better. Thank you so much for all of your kind comments.

 

[Pinky166]

That is fab news Juliette.

I will keep sending positive thoughts & tons of pixie dust your way.

 

[thelittlemermaid83]

What fab news hun What a fighter your Dad is

Sending lots more pixie dust your way!