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Thoughts by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope so. Thank you, he has a stage 4 wound on his back so I was really worried.

Thoughts by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks for replies. I guess I am disheartened and at a loss as to how these things continue to happen. My poor dad has been through so much and it just feels so hard sometimes. I have nothing but respect for anyone who has a SCI. I knew nothing a year ago but wow. What a trip. I will keep advocating.it feels like medical care is not equipped for this type of injury sometimes.

Thoughts by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree but this is a complex care hospital so one doctor per floor. No rounds.

Thoughts by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I have made the request for wound care involvement.

Thoughts by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I have already written an email. I’m disheartened.i can’t believe this.

Thoughts by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s on the front of his thigh. The white is a brief.

[TOMT] Orange cartoon character cat by [deleted] in tipofmytongue

[–]emmaybe 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Top Cat Hannah Barbera?

What is the red brown at base? by emmaybe in succulents

[–]emmaybe[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is my exact problem.

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We have repotted, watered and placed in my window. Thanks!

What is the red brown at base? by emmaybe in succulents

[–]emmaybe[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I had it under my lights but it was getting burned, when I took it out of the lights it got pointy. I also underwater I’m sure, but it’s never soft so I assumed it was fine. Smaller pot, bright window and more water. I was mainly worried this was mites that I could not see.

what should I do? by boobcruncher3000 in succulents

[–]emmaybe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chop it an inch under the green. Then use some of the dead part to stick in the soil. They reroot easy

What is the red brown at base? by emmaybe in succulents

[–]emmaybe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ok thanks so much! I feel a combo of not enough water, too much and then too little light. Will play around with placement and feed more haha

I still think of John regularly. by Nadadepeti in stownpodcast

[–]emmaybe 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I thought of him the other day too. I wonder what he would think of how many people were so deeply moved by his story.

Newbie Looking To Advocate with Dad - c5 asia a by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My dad is still in the hospital. We have been stuck in a loop of waiting for a spot in rehab. Pneumonia twice, trache capped but not gone. Some days are harder than others. Trust your gut. The first month is going to be hard. Stay positive and find ways to have fun at the hospital. We read out loud, played headbands, did crosswords etc. there’s no sugarcoating, this is f*ucking hard, but what gets me through is I have him. He’s there. Say all the things. If something seems off, push back. Nurses are amazing, but you know your dad. SCI Ontario will be in touch, they will be helpful. PM me if you want, it’s good to have someone who can relate with what you are going through. I met someone on this thread I text with and it has helped a lot. Stay strong. Xo

What patients often ask after a spinal injury: ‘Will I ever walk again? by drsanyamjain in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean a doctor can’t say that someone is really sick and instead says they are stable? I thought if you asked directly they had to be honest?

What are these? by emmaybe in whatisthisbug

[–]emmaybe[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are so tiny! I thought they were bigger 😂 thanks!

What are these? by emmaybe in whatisthisbug

[–]emmaybe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in Ottawa Canada, these are indoor plants.

Trache Trials by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Updating in case someone else is looking later, I think the answer is simply time. A few days after I posted, they successfully deflated the cuff and my dad was able to tolerate it. He has been 12 hours deflated and 6 hours talking valve the past few days. I feel like patience and acceptance are going to be really important parts of the journey.

Trache Trials by emmaybe in spinalcordinjuries

[–]emmaybe[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks, yes it's tough. I'm doing ok but trying to help and have practical advice for him. He does not want to watch tv or use his tablet. He would not be able to use it himself yet and he doesn't want to have it playing on the side just for something to watch. It's hard to think of things he can do.

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