I was hoping for another photo opportunity today but it didn't happen. The x-ray and ultrasound yesterday showed quite a large accumulation of fluid around the left lung so the docs inserted a small tube into the area this afternoon and drained about a litre of clear fluid. No wonder she was having trouble taking deep breaths!! We're hoping this will speed up the ventilator weaning process. But she sure was tired and sore after all that and disappointed she had missed her physio session. She'd been promised that she could go outside today and I'd brought the pooches up in the car just in case she got out there. Maybe tomorrow... She also seems to have a wee infection brewing in the belly (some days I think - will this never end?!# - just let me take her home!!!) but the docs are on top of it. Only had to get ginger ale, a headphone extension cord and lithium batteries for her today - hmmm the requests are slowing down.
Lucille left this morning with Lynne and Cath; tough to see her drive away after all we've held hands through but I know it's important for her to go back to her new life. Hope she wins ALL the bridge hands and bowls at least 250!!!
The photo is priceless! Thanks for that.
ReplyDeleteSo more challenges with infections. This is one tough haul. I'm glad Lucille got to drive home with Lynne and Cath, good company for her on the road home. So glad though that you are not staying by yourself with the pooches!
Perhaps a smaller whiteboard will slow requests, but it does sound like she is regaining her mega personality day by day!
Your Vernon night owl signing in. It seems like today was a much harder day to take but the doctors that are caring for Linda are remarkable, they seem to be able to detect the problems very quickly and act on them. She's in a very good hospital. Lorraine you are like a rock to our gal and I'm constantly amazed at how well you keep us informed. Please take care of yourself too. I'm glad your staying with Tracy and not on your own. I think of you often. We will all try to check in on Lucille. Hugs Denise
ReplyDeleteWhat a journey so far ... think of the book you will write ... wait ... you are already writing it! Hang in there ... small steps. Keep the positive energy going! Hugs to All.
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