Been at the ER most of the day. Yesterday Lynn had a mild fever and a cough, not too bad and I thought just a cold. No one called me (another story for when I calm down) to tell me he spiked a fever of 103.5 and vomited twice during the night shift.
By the time I got there today he was shaking/convulsing and nonresponsive. I thought they were going to call the cops on me..THAT is how upset I was. Ambulance was immediatly called.
Xray did not show pneumonia but doctors are convinced it is, but just too early too show. His blood oxygen level is only 57, should be 80 to 100...Lynn's is always high 90's.
Is on oxygen treatments and IV antibiotics. Is still shaking/convulsing......and I , am falling apart.......
Oh Nikki we are here for you, tears fall as I think of you!! Just prayers and hugs and please let us know, and please feel the love coming from us! We love you too Lynn.
Nikki, I am so sorry about Lynn's illness. I hope and pray the doctors can help him and ease his symptoms. I also pray for you to have strength through this time. Take care of your self and God Bless.
Nikki, my lo has never been in the hospital until this week and my heart really goes out to you. It's hard enough handling AD but dealing with the confusion and complications of illness and hospitals is really rough. You're his voice and advocate, it doesn't matter what they think.
Nikki: We all know you will hang in there and do the best you can. These things seem to happen so fast. WE all will be praying and have you in our thoughts. Keep us posted as best you can.
God this is hard.....fever has spiked to 104. Doing ice pack therapy. Breathing tube was not enough, called respitory and they have him hooked up to a more powerful one.
I have never felt so helpless or useless or frightened ......
Nikki....you are not alone Nikki....take a deep breath and just hold his hand and he will know you are there. Wish I could say more that would comfort you....but you know how we all feel about you here and we are there in spirit and you are in our prayers.
Still close to 104.....his breathing is so labored when he coughs....gut wrenching to see him struggle so. They have oxygen at 100% now.
This came on so damn fast! Mild temp of 99.5 on Sat. Mild cough. Today he is fighting for his life......
Where they are not positive what he has they have given him 3 different antibiotic to try to fight whatever is causing this. Sure sounds like horrible pneumonia, worst I have ever seen.
He has said my name 5 times today. He was more responsive in the ER before this fever spiked. Every time he opened his eyes he either said I love you, or told me how pretty/beautiful I was. Now he is nonresponsive, but who wouldn't be with a fever this high.
He is still very soothed by the sound of my voice. His whole body shakes with the cough, but as I calmly whisper words of love he settles back into a more restful sleep.
I am praying hard, but I did let Him know I plan on fighting for all I am worth to keep Lynn here with me....I hope He will grant me this wish.....
Oh, Nikki, I'm so sorry to hear about this crisis for you and Lynn - how scarry. Do you have anyone who can be there with you? You shouldn't be alone at a time like this - wish I could be there to support you and hold your hand. I'm there in my heart. I'll be praying for you both tonight and until this is over. Great big bear hug ((((((HUGS)))))))
I did have family, on both sides, offer to come stay with me. I declined. Perhaps it seems odd to some, but I want it this way, the way it has always been...just he and I against the world.
It is heartwarming to know his and your families have offered to come stay with you, to give you some support and relief. But you need to do what makes you and Lynn comfortable right now with less confusion and hubbub. Rest is the order of the day along with his meds and your calm soothing words to help him pull through..Everyone is here with you...and it is so true...it really is you and Lynn against the world...it is for all of us...Blessings on you both.
Nikki, I posted a little update from your last msg on the alz FB page..several are still up worrying about both of you. Hope you don't mind that I did that...everyone is so concerned and sweating bullets with you.
Marie, I posted there to thank you, means so much to me, truly.
After almost 5 hours on ice therapy his fever is now gone! His temp right now is 98.6! Need to be cautious as it could spike again....I do know he isn't out of the woods. They said his lungs sound just awful....but right now I am so very thankful! Thank you God and thank you all! <3
Nikki- I share your pain as you embrace this horrible fight. My prayers are with you for a successful stand and I know that Lynn is getting the best possible care. Hugs..
Nikki- Prayers for you both at this difficult time. I am sure that he is comforted having "his angel" by his side. You are an awesome advocate and wife.
Nikki, So sorry to hear Lynn is in hosp. Just having brought my dh home I know how scary it is but they have all the stuff there for emergencies even if it is sometimes a sterile place. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Um mm, so glad to hear that his fever is broken and temp back to normal; that must be very comforting to you. You are so courageous, Nikki, and an inspiration to us all. I know that Lynn isn't out of the woods yet, as pneumonia is a constant threat to those who live in their beds. I don't know your whole story as I'm fairly new to this forum, but, I do know that you've been down this road a time or two with Lynn and yourself, as well, and you are a seasoned warrior - God has given you strength and fortitude and the tools to protect your loved one until He decides it's time to take him home. God bless you and your dear husband, Nikki. Still in my prayers. T
{{{NIKKI}}} so glad the fever has broken! Sorry you're going thru this in light of everything else. Keeping you and Lynn in my prayers, as always! Take care of yourself!
I have added my prayers for Lynn, his doctors and for you, too. Thinking of you and hoping you can draw strength and comfort from your friends here at Joan's site.
Nikki - I am so sorry for what is happening, only hope he continues to keep the fever down and gets better. This is so hard. Just know that we are here, I send you strength. Betty
I am sorry I didn't update here sooner. All I had with me was my phone and I am so tired I just could work the keyboard. Am home for a little bit to shower and spend time with my pups. This big keyboard seems small too lol...Lord I am tired.
Now onto yet another miracle....Lynn covulsed badly but did start talking. Then was shaking bad for a half hour, loaded him with blankets and in about a half hour he settled down. He talked the whole time, and hasn't stopped talking since!!
His full face oxygen mask was removed! And a regular one put in place. He went from needing 100% oxygen to now only needing 35%!!
His fever has been normal for 4 hours now, with tylenol every 6 hours. They still feel he may spike again tonight and continue to check all vitals every hour.
He is still on 3 antibiotics. The doctor said he fought to stay with us, his will to live is great...we will continue to work to find what caused this. Still believes it is severe pneumonia.
He is recovering as quickly as he declined. Is blowing my mind. He passed his swallowing test with flying colors and even ate a decent dinner. Drank wonderful! Kept saying more :)
He is still one very sick puppy. Though we may not be "out of the woods" I feel we are out of the deepest part of the forest that tried so hard to claim him last night.
And really a motor mouth! The doc was stunned as he was the same doctor who saw him last hospital stay in 2010 when he was nonveral. He was in awe at the changes.
I am sure there is more I am missing....what is important is that he IS improving. And I am on my knees grateful. Thank you from the depths of my heart for your support and prayers ((hugs))
Thank you, Lord, for these wonderful and miraculous improvements in Lynn's condition. We continue to lift him and Nikki up to your loving and healing arms. Amen!