Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 As some of you may know, my hubby has been in hospital for over 4 weeks now, very seriously ill. Well I have some news and I need to shout about it - THEY REMOVED HIS TRACEOCTOMY TUBE TODAY!!!!! Was I there to see it - No!! Thanks to my son I had caught the dreaded 24 hour V&D yesterday and am not allowed up into ICU until tomorrow at the earliest! On the plus side, after Martin's sister rang me to say they were taking the tube out, I then rang the unit to see if it was true, the nurse put me on hold and the next voice I heard was Martin's. Well to be honest it didn't sound like him at all, as 4 weeks of not using your vocal chords kinda alters the tone of your voice ever so slightly, but as soon as he coughed his guts up, thankfully I recognised his cough (I know, very strange) and was absolutely delighted. I had completely forgot that when they removed the tube he would be able to talk again. It didn't actually hit me until I had hung up that I had been talking to him, he sounded more like Freddy Kruger to be honest! So after a few tears and telling my son that his daddy is now 25% better (yesterday we were at 15%) I have rang everyone I know and am now watching the clock until 2.30pm - visiting time!! Obviously planning on getting some sleep between now and then! He is on oxygen continuously and we still have quite a way to go before we know what damage has been done to his lungs, but its yet another step in the right direction. Sorry ladies, but I feel the need to shout it from the rooftops!! Just had a thought, I was the first person to talk to him on the phone!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 What wonderful news for you. I hope he continues to make good progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 you must be so pleased. Hope he continues to improve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rea Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Dont appologise mummyspud. Shout it loud. So glad for you all that hubby is on the mend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondie Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 that is great news for you all - its one step in the right direction. i could hear you shout from here anyway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 what good news mummyspud, enjoy visiting time this afternoon, jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlettangel Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Fingers crossed for all good news from here on in! Keep your chin up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunnyday Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 All good wishes Sunnyday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inge Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 thinking of you.. hope it is all good news from now Inge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquieL Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Lots of good wishes from me too. I felt quite tearful when I read you post. Isn't it funny how tears come when we are happy for someone? I bet you can't wait to go and give him a hug and hold him close. Keep shouting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beau Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 What fantastic news for you all! Every step is wonderful, and with all those tubes gone there will be less risk of future infections in the lungs too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosey Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 What fantastic news! I am thinking of you all. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellerkaren Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 What good news he is now on the road to recovery. x x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 YAY!!!!!!!! That's great news - now try to remember how pleased you were to hear his voice next time he's moaning! My friend's hubby is recovering from a kidney transplant & starting to be a bored and irritable (she says irritating!) patient. She's taking deep, calming breaths and reminding herself how poorly he's been! Nona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 What fantastic news - tears welled up when I read it!!! Fingers crossed he has a full and speedy recovery now. xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SueFinanceManager Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Great news, big positive vibes coming your way for continued speedy recoveryness Sue x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyMaz Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Spud that is absolutely fantastic news! I went to bed unusually early last night - so missed this til now. You must be cock-a-hoop! Not long til visiting! Mx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Do hope your husband gets well very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cait Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Soooo pleased for you, what a relief! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Thank you so much everyone. All your kind replies have brought tears to my eyes and I aint the kind to cry easily!! Can I take the oppportunity to thank everyone now for all the support that I have received through this difficult time, just incase I forget to do it later!! Well I went up today and there he was, sitting with his order for stuff he wanted from the shop! He is only allowed to drink at the minute, so the order consisted of drinks like finches orange and pure grapefruit juice, that kinda thing. I had to forgive him for the list as long as your arm, when I got there, I got the biggest smile, even the nurses commented on it!! Oh no I'm blubbing again!! Tissues please!! They are assessing him eating a breakfast tomorrow morning, so no doubt when I go up tomorrow I will get an order as long as your arm for actual food!! I don't care what he wants, he shall have it. I dread to think how much weight he has lost, as the double chin he always had, and he was never heavy, has gone!! I was delighted and a tad amused to see him taking so much pleasure in something as simple as a bottle of fizzy pop! He still sounds a bit like Freddy Krugar and it is strange looking at him and hearing a different voice coming out than the one I am used to hearing, but we had a laugh about it today and it was good to see him smile. They are talking about moving him down to a ward in a couple of days, but have already warned him he will be in hospital for months. He now knows how seriously ill he was and that his life was in danger, although I am not sure he is aware of all the problems he had. He is in a a very serious and thoughtful mood at the moment, which is understandable and I just listen when he decides to talk about how ill he has been. His sister tried to talk about it today and he waved his hand at her and said that was enough. Have warned the rest of the family, on the advise of his nurse, not to discuss it unless he brings it up and to only answer him with a yes or no, if what he says even requires an answer. She has told us to keep things positive with him and remind him of how far he has come. Right now he needs us to listen, not scare him with our own personal horror stories of the past 4 weeks. She has told me that he will probably open up more when he gets out of Intensive Care. Anyway enough of the serious stuff!!! If anyone hears me in chat moaning and groaning about how I am fed up being the "Fetch me this" wife, shoot me and remind me of the last 4 weeks!! I have a funny feeling that now he has found his voice, he won't be long in letting me feel the sharp end of his tongue if I forget a particular item of foor or drink!! Once again many thanks to all of you. Was gonna give you all some love, but the nice little huggy warm pink guy has gone from the emoticons!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyMaz Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 (edited) Was gonna give you all some love, but the nice little huggy warm pink guy has gone from the emoticons!!! :( :wacko: You just need to know where to look! Edited March 12, 2009 by HappyMaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsWeasley Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 I'm so happy for you! Glad things are looking up. (That pink guy? ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 I knew you would him Maz Here's the love I talked about!! :wacko: :rolleyes: :unsure: I don't think the forum or my finger could cope with a bit of love for all 18,000 odd members!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 (edited) and the forum wouldn't let me post any more!! I got a message saying I had more emoticons than was allowed! Edited March 12, 2009 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyMaz Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 I got a message saying I had more emoticons than was allowed! That's because hali has probably used them all! Steve put a limit on them - emoticons need to be used sparingly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 mummyspud, so sorry to hear that your husband has been so poorly but really glad to hear that he is now starting to get better. Thinking of you, mrsW.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louby loo Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Glad to hear Hubby's on the mend - I've been thinking about him/you.. ......but not dared toenter chat to catch up -as I'm supposed to be studying. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 but not dared toenter chat to catch up -as I'm supposed to be studying. Me too, louby loo!! between the forum and mousehunt, I am easily distracted!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyMaz Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 Me too, louby loo!! between the forum and mousehunt, I am easily distracted!!! Well I just want to find out how you got Superbrie, spud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 (edited) Well I caught a birthday mouse!!! and I have got about 4 kings rewards now, for taking such an active interest in the hunt!! I aint using my superbrie yet though, am keeping it for when I need to catch the Leprechaun mouse, will arm the trap on St Paddys day! Oh and I just got another kings reward!!! Edited March 13, 2009 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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