Husband in hospital. I'm so worried

[derxa]

My DH is in hospital with pulmonary oedema (I think). Posting for sympathy. I'm at my wits end.

Good news all round. Hope he manages to escape soon.

So sorry to hear this, @derxa. If you don't mind me saying, this sort of thing (hospital admission, pulmonary oedema) can be particularly upsetting because it highlights your husband's age and lack of invincibility. Glad he is feeling better and hope he gets out of there soon.

Unfortunately it seems that he may have a heart problem. He has suffered extreme stress at work recently. We have to have a big rethink now re working and lifestyle. That includes me.

Oh, not that good then. But yes....time to re evaluate lifestyles ?

Oh no, that's not great news but at least they are aware of it. And sometimes we need a kick up the rear end to make changes for the better.

Hope you're both doing ok

I'm sorry to hear that it's not as straightforward as you hoped derxa, but it's good that they are looking into his symptoms thoroughly, so that his treatment will be properly effective.

Don't forget to look after yourself too.

I was reading the earlier posts and about to post that he may have a heart issue - maybe right sided heart failure.

Has he had a heart ultrasound? Or MRi?

The high BP can sometimes cause the walls of the heart to thicken not pump as well as it should and this may cause fluid to accumulate in body of lungs depending on which chamber of the heart is effected

Hope you get the help and advice you need x

I hope he feels better soon

He's had an MRI but not heart ultrasound yet. I'm feeling hopeless and guilty right now. I haven't supported him properly.
I did phone the ward though and they've moved him into the side ward to get away from the drama.
Thanks for all the messages. MN at its best. I know this is a boring thread compared to some and I appreciate people taking the time to answer.

Wishing your husband and you all the best.

I work as a nurse in a cardiology ward so see patients with this frequently. He is in the best place at the moment. It's good sign that he is on oral diuretics rather than intravenous. It will take time but eventually the fluid will come off and they will give him advice for long term once he gets out of hospital. Glad he is on the mend!

Thanks Kam That's quite reassuring.

Try not to feel hopeless, your "job" is to support him emotionally and keep home ticking. the drs will do what they need to do. It can be hard when people are ill because we have to rely on drs, but he's in the best place

stuck I know but I have deep regrets about our situation before the crisis. Hopefully this will result in changes for the better.

You couldn't have predicted this, love

Thanks AF that's very comforting. At least I've managed to get him into his own wee room and he's sleeping better away from the madness. I love him so much.

Aww.

We all have regrets, hindsight is a wonderful thing and all that. Don't beat yourself up, look forward to the future.

Hoping your DH is improving today derxa and you are feeling a bit more positive.

Sending my best wishes too

It's been a horrible day. I questioned the nurse in charge and he has a heart problem. Me and DSs are very low today. But the consultant will give his opinion tomorrow.

Oh I'm so sorry to hear that. You must all be worried sick.

I hope they can give you some answers tomorrow

Im sorry you are feeling low derxa. Dont beat yourself up over things that you cant change.

You are probably exhausted and feeling lots of different heightened emotions which is understandable.

He is in the right place & is getting some rest now he has his own room thanks to you.

You will get a better picture of his health tomorrow when you talk to consultant.

Try get some rest tonight & hopefully tomorrow will be a better day for you.

Thinking of you and your family, Derxa. The consultant is the expert who will be able to advise and I hope reassure.

Consultant says that DH may get out in a couple of days.