Just returned from Glasgow. Things are not well today. Colin was lying as if he was asleep, but he was just too ill to open his eyes. His temperature, when we arrived was 38.6, they didn’t know where the infection was coming from. A lot of samples have been sent to the lab.
Melissa, my father and I sat in silence, there was no mundane chat today, physio but no "off time" from the vent. Just Colin burning up. Windows were opened, fans were set up but his temperature did not change.
Early days, one step forward, two steps back. Please never say that to someone in trauma, it makes them want to scream. But I don't know what else I would say, what is there to say, just be there.
Monday, 19 October 2009
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Charlotte et al
ReplyDeleteWe are thinking of you all and especially Colin. Hopefully the antibiotics will kick in today and help relieve the situatuion.
Andrew.
Hi Charlotte and Family,
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to say we are thinking of you all and so pleased to hear Colin has been starting to make a recovery. Hopefully by the time you read this his temperature will be back under control. Lot of love Alison and Jonathan xxx
Hi Charlotte
ReplyDeleteWe continue to be thinking of you, Louise, Melissa, Shelley and of course Colin! It must be so frustrating with all the recent positive signs for Colin to get an infection, but we know how strong and determined he is, so we shall continue to hope and pray for you all!
Les, Sandra, Scott and Lisa XXXX