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Post by muffin on Feb 6, 2009 14:29:14 GMT -5
My uncle is in the hospital and is in respiratory failure, I just called up there and they had moved him into critical care, and are pumping his lungs and have a mask on him. I am assuming that mask is a bi-pap I really don't know, I do know he needs prayer.
Thanks, I will let you know anything further, however I cannot go up there today as I am sick with something so will check back as soon as I can.
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Post by maryaz on Feb 6, 2009 15:07:17 GMT -5
Arlene, I am so very sorry to hear this. My prayers are going out to your Uncle. I hope you can get better real soon too. It is hard enough having family members really sick but then when we are sick too, just makes it harder to deal with. So very many people are struggling.  |
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Post by cocojax on Feb 6, 2009 15:16:49 GMT -5
Arlene I am so sorry to hear about your Uncle and yourself,
please take care...
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Post by John on Feb 6, 2009 15:59:21 GMT -5
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Post by bobbioh on Feb 6, 2009 20:12:57 GMT -5
You will be in my thoughts and prayers Bobbi
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Post by aero63 on Feb 6, 2009 21:38:44 GMT -5
Muffin
My thoughts go out to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear about your uncle and you. I hope you get better so you can see him soon.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 6, 2009 22:47:15 GMT -5
Muffin/Arlene,
I am so sorry to hear about your Uncle sending healing prayers and thoughts your way,
Things will be okay, and you take care of your self, we love you, Love Linndie
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Feb 8, 2009 16:46:02 GMT -5
Arlene (Muffin);
I am soooooo sorry I missed this post! Beat me with a wet noodle! Sometinmes I'm trying to do so much it seems and I miss the "IMPORTANT" things for a day or two! Like this. I'm sorry.
Your uncle.....
I'm not sure what his situation is ...
But Arlene...... never say never! And you KNOW what I'm talking about! Look at you after 2 years and what you've managed. Dang Lady!
Remember; I too was in Full Resp. Failure..........
I don't know what to tell you at this point; and I know you're concerned about visiting....BUT
If you can do it; then DO IT!
I'm saying this if you're feeling better only; otherwise you're not doing him or yourself any good (obviously you know that)
Wear a mask etc; keep your hands clean....
Without a doubt Muffin; I'll say a special prayer....I owe;
and then some.
Please keep us posted....
Hugs, J
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Post by Colleen-Pa on Feb 8, 2009 17:07:49 GMT -5
Muffin, I had missed this thread also. I'm so sorry your uncle is so sick. I will keep him in my prayers.
Take care of you too, I'm sorry you sick on top of what you are going through with your uncle. God Bless you both. ♥ ♥ ♥
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Post by virginia on Feb 9, 2009 8:45:20 GMT -5
Muffin, so sorry I know how it feels to see some one you love suffer..Prayers for you both...
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Post by LindaNY on Feb 9, 2009 9:26:54 GMT -5
Arlene, sorry I missed this too. Please know your uncle is in my thoughts and keep us updated.  |
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Post by muffin on Feb 9, 2009 17:34:26 GMT -5
Thank you all so much it is so appreciated.
My uncles son had him taken off the bi-pap (as HE thinks his dad don't like it), and I am angry about that. The doctor told him he will last only a short while without it, but I know doctors are often wrong, so i'm still praying for God to have His way.
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Feb 9, 2009 20:20:08 GMT -5
Arlene....
It's not my place to intervene or interfere by saying "maybe" or "if" or anything for that matter...
And;
I don't know if your Uncle has a Living Will or Advanced Directive; perhaps he had made his wishes well known? That's a family matter between all of you......
Please know though that I/we are so very sorry Muffin. This is soooooo hard for all of you I'm sure....
Your uncle, you, and your family are in my heart and my prayers.
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Post by maryaz on Feb 9, 2009 23:22:41 GMT -5
Arlene, So sorry to read your last post. This is why it is so important to have those Living Wills and/or Directives done before we get to this stage. I didn't have one when I was at death's door and still took almost 6 years before we finally did it. It really needs done for any of the rest of you that don't have them.
I did think there were social workers at the hospital that deal with these issues that family can discuss some of this with. Maybe you should check with them and get their input. Might find some comfort in that.
I will be praying for your Uncle.
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Post by muffin on Feb 10, 2009 15:30:05 GMT -5
Thanks to all. My uncle is struggling and the doctor said it could be hours or days, but his system is shutting down and his oxygen levels they can't keep in the 80's any longer. I pray that he surrendered. Whatever happens God has the answer and something good will come from this for sure.
Now, I just want him to not suffer so much and it has gotten bad, that is hard on me so I will not go back to the hospital.
God bless you all.
I love you all..
Arlene
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Feb 10, 2009 18:37:31 GMT -5
I'm sorry Arlene..... I really, truly am.
I think I understand about your not wanting to go back to the hospital now (having been involved in something similar a couple of times)...
If it's any help;
I don't think he's suffering.... not in this day and age......
My love to you and yours.....
Jackie
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Post by aero63 on Feb 10, 2009 20:20:03 GMT -5
Muffin
I also do not believe he is suffering, hospitals have many meds to keep one comfortable during these times.
Thoughts are with you and your family.
Antoinette
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2009 21:55:55 GMT -5
The best to you Arlene, I sure hope that your uncle is totally unaware of his situation.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2009 21:59:57 GMT -5
Dear Arlene,
I know how hard this is on everyone, I hope you and your family find peace and comfort, and I too think your Uncle is not suffering. I also know how sad and hard this all is, on one hand you want it over and the other hand you want a magic wand to wave it all away. I have kept you, your families and your Uncle in my prayers, and will contuine to. We all love you and you have all our support and love aqnd prayers. Life is so fragile, God Bless you and keep you and your Uncle and families.
Love your friend Linndie
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Post by muffin on Feb 11, 2009 1:12:32 GMT -5
Thank you all for your support & prayers. My uncle passed late this afternoon. I guess I can only say he is breathing easy now.
Thanks
God bless you all.
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Post by John on Feb 11, 2009 6:42:05 GMT -5
Arlene : I'm truly sorry! May angel wings wrap around you in comfort & Peace  |
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Feb 11, 2009 7:16:10 GMT -5
I'm so very, very sorry Arlene. I hope you find comfort in knowing that yes; he's breathing easy now.  |
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Post by bobbioh on Feb 11, 2009 7:29:07 GMT -5
Im very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers... Bobbi  |
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Post by lindab on Feb 11, 2009 7:35:41 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2009 7:55:45 GMT -5
Arelene,
I too am so sorry for your loss, words cannot express what I feel. Take comfort that he is with the angels, and breathing freely and easily. Remember the good times you shared.
(hugs) Love Linndie
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2009 10:53:17 GMT -5
You'll be fine Arelene, because you already see that your uncle's passing was an act of mercy.
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Post by aero63 on Feb 11, 2009 11:00:12 GMT -5
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your uncle. My thoughts are with you.
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Post by virginia on Feb 11, 2009 13:04:05 GMT -5
Muffin, I feel so bad for you and family...You said earlier you were sick , don't forget about your self and take care..God Bless....A big (((((HUG))))
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Post by cocojax on Feb 11, 2009 13:15:36 GMT -5
My Deepest Sympathy Arlene, I do believe he is breathing easy...
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Post by larrynz on Feb 11, 2009 18:59:02 GMT -5
It is always sad when we lose a loved one but we have the consolation of knowing the suffering has stopped, that does not stop us missing them.
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