This morning, Bryan and I arrived to find my mother's foot in terrible condition--swollen, infected, and disfigured. We immediately took her to the ER, seeing that she does not have a primary care physician. And thankfully, it was the best ER experience one could hope for. We waited less than 30 minutes for registration and all. The ER took x-rays, began IV antibiotics, and administered nausea medication. The ER physician had her admitted within three hours. Here's the scoop, according to her admitting hospitalist: the x-rays reveal poor circulation to her feet, which is causing her wound not to heal, and deep infection. She has a severely infected fourth toe on her right foot--so severe it is black, twice its size, and has skin rotting off. Her entire foot is swollen and rudolph red, with infection in her pinkie toe as well. The dr believes just from the primary images that she does have infection in the bone. This weekend she will have further imaging studies done and what not. He believe surgery will come on Monday or Tuesday. There is a chance she will lose her toe. And did I mention her blood sugar levels are through the roof--365. So, they are trying to get that under control. The dr. mentioned this is going to be a long recovery. He said if her foot is well in one month, that will be a miracle. She's in 4401 at St. Edwards.
On to dad . . . given mom is hospitalized, we had to find somewhere for him to go. So, he's in the St. Edwards in-patient hospice wing, room 5119. He's doing okay. He has a really bad week, especially the last two days. Yesterday, he had extreme pain and upset stomach, even vomiting from the pain. Today, with new dosages of pain meds, he's resting better, but having a bit more confusion. I'm sure the unfamiliar surroundings coupled with higher dosages affects him this way.
We also found out last night that Bryan's grandmother fell and broke her hip. She is in the hospital in Texas, and will have surgery tomorrow morning. Given her poor heart health, there is a reasonable chance she will not make it through the surgery. Sigh.
Please pray for us.
3 comments:
We are praying for you, my friend. I know the Lord will give you strength.
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God" (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
Emily - My name is Tim George and I also have been writing studies for the ACCESS series. Adam shared what is going on with your parents and my prayers are with you. I know this is a stressful time only those who have been there fully understand (I have indeed been there).
Though others will try, only God can give you the strength and grace you need in these times. He will!
Emily,
Just a note to let you know we are praying for you and your precious family at this difficult time. May you sense our heavenly Father's loving arms carrying you through each day.
Your parents are sooo blessed to have a daughter like you.
Dixie Phillips
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