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Hand hold - DH likely to die in next few days

455 replies

Bahemoth · 17/07/2024 06:20

My DH went to hospital a month ago with seizures that wouldn’t stop. He was resistant to all medication so they had to put him in an induced coma on ICU to try and stop them and reduce swelling on the brain. This last option hadn’t worked, as they don’t know the underlying cause for the seizures and they’ve now told me he’s unlikely to survive.

We have two young children and I’m not sure how I can face life without him or how I would break the news to DS9 when the time comes. My other child is 4. I’m in bits, he’s only 39 and was fit and healthy before this.

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Peridot1 · 13/08/2024 08:35

Such good news. I know he probably still has a long way to go and some challenges to face but what a change from your first post.

mommatoone · 13/08/2024 08:42

This is great news OP. Sending you all the best.

Silvers11 · 13/08/2024 08:44

Great news @Bahemoth Hope his recovery continues well. Such a difference from your original post. Thanks for updating. Take Care

Ilostmyhalo · 13/08/2024 08:45

That's amazing news - really hope is recovery continues, what an ordeal for you all op. and 👏 NHS

Mummyoflittledragon · 13/08/2024 09:04

That’s brilliant news. I hope your dh continues to improve day by day. Thank you for updating us all. X

6pence · 13/08/2024 09:28

Good news op. What a relief, although obviously it’s still not a bed if roses.

Hope he continues to recover.

Getonwitit · 13/08/2024 09:32

What an ordeal you are both going through. I hope your Husband is moved soon, new surroundings will do him the world of good. Please keep us updatedFlowers

ns87 · 13/08/2024 09:59

Love to you all xxx

BudgieBardot · 13/08/2024 10:15

Oh that's fantastic news. Thank you for updating us x

anyolddinosaur · 13/08/2024 10:20

Very pleased to hear this.

How will you be financially, OP? Are his employers supportive? Have you looked at https://www.entitledto.co.uk/ to see what support you might be able to get going forward as obviously life is not going back to anything like normal in the immediate future.

Purplebunnie · 13/08/2024 10:31

Hugs to you all xx

MtClair · 13/08/2024 10:33

Thats an amazing News @Bahemoth 🎉🎉🎉

I hope your dh will continue to recover as well as he has so far.

DazedAndConfused321 · 13/08/2024 10:39

I'm beyond glad for you all. You've both done so well. Keeping my fingers crossed for his recovery.

spiderlight · 13/08/2024 11:06

That's such good news. I hope he continues to recover and that they work out exactly what's going on and are able to put it right.

AdmittowearingCrocs · 13/08/2024 12:11

Fabulous news, so glad DH continues to make progress. Please make sure you take some time to look after yourself as well as you are important too. 💐

Lookingforthecoffeerevels · 13/08/2024 13:40

Oh wow ! That's such positive news. Sending you all best wishes

Henrysotherwoman · 13/08/2024 15:19

Brilliant xx

Tharshe · 13/08/2024 15:54

So pleased to read your update. Good luck going forward and I hope he continues to improve and that his spirits lift. 😊

Jasminesmellingcandles · 13/08/2024 17:11

Thank you for the update OP, positive news xx

ScottBakula · 13/08/2024 17:43

Thank you for the update @Bahemoth . That's really good news , the fact that he is bored isn't good but the fact that he knows he is bored is great ! It shows he is very much aware of his surroundings, hopefully he can be moved soon and he will keep on improving.

ApolloandDaphne · 13/08/2024 18:02

I am pleased to hear he is improving.

larklane17 · 13/08/2024 18:25

What a fighter he is! Lovely to read your update. What a frightening time it has been for you. I hope he continues to make progress and sending lots of good thoughts to you.

0psiedasiy · 13/08/2024 19:59

So happy to hear things are improving for him.

DiscoBeat · 13/08/2024 22:07

OP just checked in and saw your positive update. That's really good news.

DuckbilledSplatterPuff · 14/08/2024 13:15

hazandduck · 13/08/2024 08:32

So happy to hear this OP. Sorry your DH is struggling but wow what a miracle from your early posts that he is ‘back with you.’ Thoughts to all of you for a proper diagnosis and continued recovery for DH. xx

All this OP.