Who feels like a threadkiller - Take 4!

[KimRaye]

TK friends..my Mom is back in the hospital, for the 4th time in 3 months, 2 days so far now. Still no clue what's wrong with her (after 3 previous hospital stays at 2 different hospitals, over 90 days), or what to do for her. She is most uncomfortable this time , distressed, etc. And, to add to all that, my Dad tells me I'm listed 2nd, after him, on her medical Power of Attorney - gee, thanks for that info Dad. She is really, really upset and distressed tho this time, and in pain, according to Dad. She doesn't want to talk to anyone or have anyone visit, except her twin sister. And she only talks with her, no visits. She is sooo uncomfortable. I'm surprised I'm 2nd, when she's closest with her twin.

All good thoughts and/or prayers would be appreciated - again!

Sunday, Mother's Day, she slept through 1/2 our visit with her, at home. She was not feeling good Sunday either. This is getting ridiculous!

Sorry to vent.

 

[Cruisin]

Kim, I'm so sorry to hear that your mom is not feeling well again.

I can certainly also understand her "depression" about it. It must be horrible to feel that way and wonder if you are ever going to feel well again

Your mom must trust you if she has you on her medical power of attorney (I really should be getting one of those done too).

I hope she gets better soon, please keep us updated. And never ever worry about "venting" to us. That is what we are here for

 

[KimRaye]

Thanks Robin! No new news today. She's still in the hospital. I, along with a couple other family members have mentioned the Mayo Clinic. I'm not sure she could make the trip tho, comfortably anyway.

The Drs keep saying it's one thing or another, and then saying it's NOT those things, over and over again.

All talk and tests and no results or answers.



On a happy note, altho subdued, we have our paperwork for WDW! ME tickets, luggage tags, airline e-tickets, etc. I sure hope we can go......

 

[Cruisin]

Any progress today Kim?

I hope it won't affect your trip.

I am so tired of rain. I hope it is finally going to stop soon and I can get out and enjoy my deck again

 

[KimRaye]

No Robin, no new news again. Awaiting test results - again. I went to see her and she looked fine, but tired. She's still on 2 IVs and a BRAT diet - banana, rice, applesauce and Tea.

As much as she hates being IN the hospital, I think she feels most safe there. She's monitored, at least. Her primary Dr mentioned going back to Rush hospital as well as mentioned going to Mayo Clinic. I told mom & dad both - pack her bags and GO to Mayo!!! There is no help for her here, so far.

Thanks!

 

[Cruisin]

My MIL went to the Mayo Clinic a very very long time ago, when Rick was just a little baby. She missed a lot of his young childhood because of it, being in the early 1960's travelling was not the way it is today.

She was having major problems with her kidneys at the time.

If your mom can make the trip then maybe she should seriously consider it.

 

[KimRaye]

If your mom can make the trip then maybe she should seriously consider it.

ITA Robin, thanks!

 

[DISUNC]

Kim & Rory!!!!!

I hope by this writing Mom is somehow better. In my prayers & Thoughts.

When my Mom was alive I was her Living Will "ambassador". The Drs & Nurses at the Hospital was SOOOOOOOOOOO Great! I had many decisions to make in the matter of hours on that last day. But with the exception of the Drs trying to give Mom a pacemaker at the last hour, everything else was precisely what she wanted. They were so supportive & informative, even tho decisions had to be made on the fly. When all was said & done. I was glad it was me with the responsibility. I have no regrets and never had to "second guess" if it was my sisters who had to do it. It turned out to be more of a relief than a stress factor.

Crusin how are you & your shoulder feelin?

Keep fingers crossed ...I am closing in on being employed again!

 

[Cruisin]

I hope your job prospect works out for you DU.

It would great if you could get back to work again.

It must be very stressful for you right now.

My shoulder is about the same.

My chiropractor has given up on me. My recovery seems to be at a standstill right now

He thinks I need to see a specialist but I'm not willing to do that right at this moment. Everything I've read online seems to say this might resolve itself if it is given some time. So for now, I am waiting to see what happens.

 

[KimRaye]

Kim & Rory!!!!!

I hope by this writing Mom is somehow better. In my prayers & Thoughts.

Keep fingers crossed ...I am closing in on being employed again!

Thank you UNC for remembering Rory, too. He & I and our kids went to see her last night after Zoe's dance show, and she was sooo happy to see the kids! Not hers - ours! She got emotional at one point, pausing her conversation, looking away, and her whole chin was quivering. She was upset about some shot she might need for a possible diagnosis that she said "would put us in the poor house". She said it's thousands of dollars per shot. Anyway, another week in the hospital, and still no answers. She did mention the steroids are making her weepy for no reason whatsoever, but that they're reducing those a bit.

I have you in my thoughts and prayers also - for being employed again soon!!

My chiropractor has given up on me. My recovery seems to be at a standstill right now

He thinks I need to see a specialist but I'm not willing to do that right at this moment. Everything I've read online seems to say this might resolve itself if it is given some time. So for now, I am waiting to see what happens.

gentle Robin. I know, from Mom anyway, how hard it is when the Drs don't even know what to do. I hope your issue resolves itself, as you want.

 

[Cruisin]

Good morning, all.

Here's to a better week for everyone

 

[KimRaye]

Mom is home again. New meds, new diet (gluten-free), and still no absolute diagnosis.

Thanks everyone!

 

[Cruisin]

Glad to hear that your mom is home again Kim.

Wasn't she on a gluten-free diet before

She still might want to consider finding another source for a diagnosis before she has another major attack.

This stuff is so hard isn't it?

 

[Hollyann]

Hi everyone!

Back from Charleston - had an awesome time!

Kim - I'm SO sorry to hear your mother was in the hospital. I hope she's able to bounce back both emotionally and physically. She's had quite a trial. I also wish you strength.

Robin - Nothing they can do for your shoulder? Bummer. I hope it heals by itself. I've been thinking of you!

Andy - I've got my fingers & toes crossed for the job! If they hire you, they are truly fortunate!

I posted some pics of the trip from Charleston on facebook. It's WAY easier to post there. So - if you want - you're welcome to check them out. If you can't, let me know and I'll slide a few over here!

Holly dog is having a tough time. She's hating the injections. To the point that Tom can't do them (glad i'm back!) and she's sleeping a lot and still having accidents. Tomorrow she goes in for her glucose curve test, but to be honest - we're preparing ourselves for the worst.

Anway - I missed you and have been thinking of you!

 

[Cruisin]

Welcome back Ann.

Aww, poor Holly I hope she gets better soon.

I can just picture poor Tom trying to give her shots. He likes to pretend that she drives him crazy at times but you can really see how much he loves her too.

About my shoulder, yeah, there is probably something they can do but I'm not willing to go thru the agony of it right now. A cortisone shot might help or they could maybe put me under and then physically force the arm to go where it is supposed to and then physical therapy after that.

I've got other things to get fixed and recovered from first before I even think about it.

 

[KimRaye]

Glad to hear that your mom is home again Kim.

Wasn't she on a gluten-free diet before

She still might want to consider finding another source for a diagnosis before she has another major attack.

This stuff is so hard isn't it?

Thanks Robin. She was never diagnosed with Celiac's disease, but it was a possibilty, as it still is, for whatever reason so they are siding with caution, and telling her gluten-free. It's an unbelievable, undiagnosable - MESS!

I truly do not know how my Dad has handled all this for the past 3 months.

Kim - I'm SO sorry to hear your mother was in the hospital. I hope she's able to bounce back both emotionally and physically. She's had quite a trial. I also wish you strength.


I posted some pics of the trip from Charleston on facebook. It's WAY easier to post there. So - if you want - you're welcome to check them out. If you can't, let me know and I'll slide a few over here!

Holly dog is having a tough time. She's hating the injections. To the point that Tom can't do them (glad i'm back!) and she's sleeping a lot and still having accidents. Tomorrow she goes in for her glucose curve test, but to be honest - we're preparing ourselves for the worst.

Anway - I missed you and have been thinking of you!

Ann! Thank you! Glad you had some sister FUN! Pics were great!

SO SORRY to hear about Holly. While I've never met Holly, I know she's in the BEST of care, whatever the outcome.

About my shoulder, yeah, there is probably something they can do but I'm not willing to go thru the agony of it right now. A cortisone shot might help or they could maybe put me under and then physically force the arm to go where it is supposed to and then physical therapy after that.

I've got other things to get fixed and recovered from first before I even think about it.

Robin, DO NOT forget about yourself! DO what you need to. I know I'm having some issues with that right now, too. I've have my mammo 'order' since January, and it was overdue THEN. With Mom's past breast cancer, and 2 aunts with the same, I really should do this soon.

 

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[tiggerwannabe]

Hugs to you Ann, Miss Holly and Papa Tom

Sorry I have been MIA my threadkillers, I am posting from my iPod. The boy is taking over my laptop cause the pc finally died. I want an iPad...I am forcing myself to wait a little bit to give Apple time to work thru any bugs.

My TA work is running pretty smooth, a slow but steady start is good. I'm going to my first TA conference in Orlando Oct 19. Wed to wed. Half will be spent learning the other Orlando and the back end will be spent at WDW.

Robin and Kim, please take care of yourselves. Its hard enough to deal with real life issues without adding the guilt of thinking you did the damage yourselves. Besides the fact that we need you both around for a very long time.

 

[Cruisin]

Robin, DO NOT forget about yourself! DO what you need to. I know I'm having some issues with that right now, too. I've have my mammo 'order' since January, and it was overdue THEN. With Mom's past breast cancer, and 2 aunts with the same, I really should do this soon.

Kim make sure that you get yourself in there real soon for that mammogram.

I'm not forgetting myself but I need two semi working arms if I've got to be in a hospital bed for 3 to 7 days. One in a sling and unfunctional would not be a good idea right now. If I don't see improvement in a few months then I will make that specialist appointment.

Hi PD and TW. Have fun with your travelling Colleen. I wish I had a reason to go to Disney but what the heck who really needs a reason

 

[Cruisin]

Alex called to tell me tonight that he is engaged.

He said that Stephanie wanted to change her Facebook status so he figured that he better tell me first

No wedding dates being talked about. He says when they have money, to which I told him that he would NEVER have money That is just the way the world works.

He's talking about getting married at sea. Apparently the captain of a Princess cruise ship can marry people when they are in international waters. Could be interesting but time will tell if they actually decide to do it that way or not.

If they do, then for sure I'm in