MOM NOT DOING WELL
Well, first off I wanted to personally thank all those that sent prayers and well wishes for my mom today. It really meant a lot to me and made me realize I do still have friends on this board. I wish I could come on here with great news, but that's just not the case. Mom went in for surgery around 2:30 and was in the OR for about 1 1/2 hours. The surgery itself was a success as they installed a huge rod and screws. It was the whole anastethia thing that we worried about that leaves us worried right now.
Apparently, according to the surgeon, my mom's low oxygen level is a huge factor when it comes to deciding what route they would take. They were tinkering with the idea of a spinal epidoral, but the surgeon was too afraid that it would have left her paralyzed. So he decided on general anastethia, taking the risk that she may not make it out of surgery because her oxygen level may be too low to handle it. She did make it through surgery, but it wasn't easy. When surgery was over, her oxygen level was at 60% - dangerously close to death. She is currently in the ICU unit at Brandywine Hospital on full oxygen and limited morphine. Apparently the morphine isn't good for her oxygen level. Right now we are taking it as it comes, praying and hoping for the best.
It's really tough looking at her struggling to breath, trying to be a trooper while dealing with what has to be serious pain. It brought tears to my eyes to see her layed up like that. She is all skin and bones - a skeleton with skin, if you will. The doctor told us that her lungs are in horrible condition and that she really is on borrowed time. Right now I have to treasure the time we have left with her and enjoy whatever time we have together when she gets home. That's actually a whole other story in itself. We were told today that she'd be transferred to a rehab facility - probably in Reading, for at least 10 weeks. It's just very sad and I feel so sorry for her. Thanks again to everyone for their prayers and possible vibes.
Apparently, according to the surgeon, my mom's low oxygen level is a huge factor when it comes to deciding what route they would take. They were tinkering with the idea of a spinal epidoral, but the surgeon was too afraid that it would have left her paralyzed. So he decided on general anastethia, taking the risk that she may not make it out of surgery because her oxygen level may be too low to handle it. She did make it through surgery, but it wasn't easy. When surgery was over, her oxygen level was at 60% - dangerously close to death. She is currently in the ICU unit at Brandywine Hospital on full oxygen and limited morphine. Apparently the morphine isn't good for her oxygen level. Right now we are taking it as it comes, praying and hoping for the best.
It's really tough looking at her struggling to breath, trying to be a trooper while dealing with what has to be serious pain. It brought tears to my eyes to see her layed up like that. She is all skin and bones - a skeleton with skin, if you will. The doctor told us that her lungs are in horrible condition and that she really is on borrowed time. Right now I have to treasure the time we have left with her and enjoy whatever time we have together when she gets home. That's actually a whole other story in itself. We were told today that she'd be transferred to a rehab facility - probably in Reading, for at least 10 weeks. It's just very sad and I feel so sorry for her. Thanks again to everyone for their prayers and possible vibes.
"No matter how hard life may get, no matter how many curveballs you are thrown, keep in mind, if you want to succeed - QUITTING IS NOT AN OPTION"!!!
Hi Andy,
Wishing you time well spent with your Mom and hoping that she makes a full recovery.
Prayers and positive healing thoughts for both of you, Laureen
Wishing you time well spent with your Mom and hoping that she makes a full recovery.
Prayers and positive healing thoughts for both of you, Laureen
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
I had hoped for better news on your mom, Andy - I am so sorry to hear that things are not going well. You are right to spend as much time as possible with her now since you just don't know how things are going to go. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy
'One shoe can change your life'...Cinderella
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