Since I've only had a total of six hours sleep in three nights, you would think I could sit without a thing moving but a nodding head. But I can't settle.
Another cardiologist is waiting to see how Carole can handle removal of the diuretics. Again. Without chest pain and other symptoms, he doesn't feel a cath right now exploring for a blockage is warranted, contrary to his partner. We can do it later if need be, but his opinion is the dehydration and covid caused this and once fluid load is lessened, her heart may return to its strength over time. I disagree. That fluid was originally caused by the failing heart. What else? Once the lasix is stopped, she will start bloating again, continuing the strain. But Carole does not want to have it done now, is terrified with a bad feeling. So she is still in ICU on drips and will remain another day or so, we will see. There is improvement, but she is still scared, shaky, at times confused, and not having anything but Ensure. No appetite at all, all of these are symptoms of right side heart failure. And she is still testing positive ..... where will she go?
Thank you again. Will keep updating.
Here is what I've started. Well, the two that haven't been discarded.
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Thank you for the update. You need to get some sleep or you will be in a hospital bed yourself. Your family must have some tough genes, I think you and Carole have inherited them. Take care Marly (love your little cross stitch pieces , especially the color of that fabric)!
Thanks Marly for the update of Carole.
The stress and worrying about your sister didn't give you so much sleep and I know cross stitching is good to make you calm down-- I hope it does.....
When my husband was very ill,I could not sleep either for more than 1 or 2 hours a night and that was during 11 months and I am still here. 😊
But please take care of yourself, do it not only for yourself but also for Mark and Carole.
Sending prayers and lots of love, Truus from Holland
Continued prayers for Carole and for you, Marly. I know it is hard, but try to let your body rest. Thinking of you.
I am praying for you all. I suppose at least you are skipping the chips. ;)
It seems like Carole's diagnosis/treatments have never been a simple thing. Conflicting opinions every time. And you stuck in the midst of it all, worrying yourself to a frazzle. (((hug)))
I've been having worry-related sleep issues for a few months. If I try to sleep in a quiet room, not good - brain keeps bringing up stressful thoughts. If I sleep with the TV on low volume, it gives my brain something to focus on and I can fall asleep. No news shows, no shopping channels, no infomercials, nothing stressful or interesting. I don't always fall asleep fast, but at least it's fastER than without TV on. But when I'm up 1-3 times a night for bathroom, those minutes back asleep faster add up.
If I were stitching on 6 hours sleep over 3 days, my stitching would be more like a toddler's. Your stitching and willingness to test/experiment with which linen to use and with color changes is still fantastic in spite of it all.
Forgot - no, never ate French onion dip with a spoon. Dill dip however....
Marly, on the lighter side: I dont, but MY sister would eat the entire container of french onion chip dip if we bought it. Without chips. Hell-of-a-Good Brand is her favorite :-)
Welcome to the world of the sleep-deprived. I've been living in it for years now...more so of late. The more I hear of stories of medical care like what Carole is going through, the less faith I have in it. There was a time when I thought everything a dr told me was the absolute truth and that they knew what they were talking about. Not so much anymore. I couldn't love your Halloween starts more. Funny the difference in coverage between those two pieces of linen! If only I had you gift - and patience - for trying alternatives and tweaking. My pieces would look so much better...but I'd get even less accomplished than I do now. Still praying and hoping. ~Robin~
Many hugs and prayers.
Continued prayers for you and Carole. My youngest would eat the whole container with a spoon and without chips. We rarely buy it anymore.
Marly, sending lots of prayers your way for all of you. Please take care of yourself, too. It always seems that sleep is negotiable, when there are things to worry about. I have that Prairie Schooler chart in my stash and I may have to dig it out! I hope you can relax enough to work on it. I recently bought a mix for chocolate chip cookie dough dip and, yes, I ate it with a spoon! Take care, Cherie in WI
Sending more prayers for Carole. Love your Halloween starts. Janice
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