********* Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Mom texted that dad's vitals weren't right, so he was on the way to the hospital. His wound care nurse that comes to the house three times a week called his doctor and they decided he should go in. All In know right now is that His temp is 99.6, his heart rate is 115, and he's grey and weak. The first thing that came to my mind is that perhaps he has a clot somewhere. He's an hour away. Mom's letting me know if I need to come up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 I'm sorry, Bethany. I'm praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in FL. Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Praying for your dad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Oh, no! I'm so sorry to hear that he's back in the hospital, but I'm glad his nurse was paying attention and took immediate action. Please update us when you can -- it sounded like he was doing better, so this must be so scary and discouraging for all of you! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Aww Bethany! :grouphug: :grouphug: I think I would be on my way to the hospital since mom doesn't always view things with your dad the same way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlett Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 So sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Oh, No! Bethany, I'm so sad to hear that. Prayers for you and your dad. What a roller coaster you've been on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdalley Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: I hope they get him on the road to recovery soon, Bethany! Praying this is the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: I agree. I would probably just head on up to the hospital. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: I'm sorry, and send payers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celticmom Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: I'd go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter's Moon Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 (((Bethany))) Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GailV Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 I'm so sorry. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: Bethany :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted January 4, 2013 Author Share Posted January 4, 2013 His white blood cells are high. He has an infection, they think from the permacath he has for his dialysis. He will need IV antibiotics. No idea yet for how long. I plan to go see him tomorrow. Ugh. Poor dad. But the real sad thing is, I feel somewhat safer knowing he's in the hospital with people looking after him than at home with mom, since I can't be with him every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 Dad's home, came home late last night. They gave him a round of IV antibiotics in the ER, and he started feeling a bit better. The doctors wanted to keep him, but he insisted on going home. :glare: And mom's irritated because it will cost $100 for the ER visit; it would have only been $50 if he was admitted. UGH. Yes mom, that's my concern too. NOT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Oh, for pity sakes. No offence, Bethany, but I'd like to give your mom a swift kick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 Oh, for pity sakes. No offence, Bethany, but I'd like to give your mom a swift kick. Heh. No offense taken. Seriously. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 Wow. I'm sorry, Bethany! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthwestMom Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 I'm glad to hear it wasn't too bad, at least. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted January 5, 2013 Share Posted January 5, 2013 You should just take your dad home with you and let mom rot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted January 5, 2013 Author Share Posted January 5, 2013 You should just take your dad home with you and let mom rot. This is what I would LOVE to do. But he loves her. So he won't leave. It's all very sad and messed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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