Chit - Chat for CruisersOpen Forum for non-cruise posts. Please refrain from inflammatory rhetoric that could be considered offensive. We reserve the right to edit or delete for any reason.
Yesterday, I visited hell. I spent 12 hours in an ICU watching helplessly as my loving husband went through seizures that only became worse as the day went on, from the first one witnessed by a group of neurosurgeons to several that included the whole body. If you have never seen one of these awful fits, then you cannot imagine what it's like when this nightmarish thing happens to someone you love. The more the fits continued, the less alert and communicative Keith became. When his son and I left about midnight, he was unconscious from the drugs.
Today, I prayed at the chapel at the hospital and talked with the chaplain for a few minutes when he offered up a prayer as well. I found Keith still zonked out and having occasional seizures. The ICU nurse got authorization to give more medication, and it seemed to scotch the second fit that I saw. Hr's now on two or three medications.
Keith is "in there," though. He was able to say "uh huh, uh huh" when I held his hand and told him I was with him. I got a response from him later in the day, too. The ICU nurse got him to grip his hand, and so did I. Though it took more effort on the left side, when he finally squeezed, it was good and firm.
Oh Judy, I wish I could be there for you - it must be a nightmare! Please know that James and I will be thinking about you and praying for Keith's full recovery - hang in there!
We're thinking of you & keepong you in our prayers........think positivly!!! Things have a way of working out for the good.....I'm sure this will too!!!
Your prayers and encouraging comments are so uplifting that I did want to tell you that I spoke with a neurosurgeon today who says that Keith will get well. You cannot imagine how much I hope that both he and all of you are right. I have had very little sleep, so I'll have some soup and hopefully, go to sleep. Thank you again.
Judy..I know what you are going thru..I have seen many seizures in my life as an EMT and I know of which you speak...Be assured though, that We are praying for you and Keith..I know you two will come through this and be stronger. God Bless. I have not forgot about his brother either.
Judy,
My prayers are with both you and Keith, that God keep you both in His loving embrace, that He give you both strength and courage, and that He heal Keith.
Location: Wisconsin....about 100 miles south of the Frozen Tundra and 70 miles east of Camp Randall
Posts: 9,386
Re: Seizure Update
Like BigJohn - being a nurse I have witnessed and cared for those having seizures - and I too know what you are talking about. Continued prayers heading out west to you and Keith.
__________________
Crown Princess 1/18/14....the NEW Me, Myself and I cruise!
Still praying for a complete recovery and return to normalcy for both Keith & yourself. It's these times when you come to realize who your friends are. When push comes to shove, the CruiseMate family of cruising fanatics always steps up to the bat for you.
Our thoughts and prayers remain with you, Judy, and with your loving dh. Let him know that he's in the hearts and minds of many caring CM buddies. Hold your head high...it helps to keep your chin up as well God bless you.
Our prayers also for Keith and You. I know it is hard right now, but don't let yourself go, eat and try to sleep or at least rest yourself, he needs your strength.
Hello, All of the prayers are going up, Please know that your friends here at CM are always praying for anyone that needs it. And you and Keith are def. in need right now, but we have plenty to give and will not run out!!! Please let him know we are praying for him.
Connect with Facebook
Seizure Update
Let's Go Buffalo!
Linear Mode
