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Post by jennifercw on May 17, 2021 22:38:50 GMT
My husband almost died on Friday. Even to me, that sounds dramatic. I can't even begin to imagine how that "almost" must sound to peas who have traumatically lost loved ones. My heart goes out to you.
DH woke me up out of a dead sleep about 5 AM on Friday - literally screaming that he was in excruciating pain and needed help. After a brief moment thinking I would drive him to the ER it was apparent, due to the level of his pain and continued vomiting, that I needed to call 911. The pain was in his abdomen so ER doctor initially suspected kidney stone(s) but first CT scan came back clean. Two additional CT scans with contrast dye (first abdomen again, then chest) confirmed a type A aortic dissection. He was then transported by helicopter to a level II trauma center for open heart surgery. And that is making a very long story, very short...
It has been a pretty terrifying few days. Overall the surgery went well and DH has begun a long road to recovery. I suspect it will be a matter of two steps forward, one step back for a while. Saturday he was still sedated on a ventilator. Yesterday he was extubated, sitting in a chair, and finished most of his liquid diet dinner. Today his chest tubes were removed and he walked down the hall but he is very tired, nauseated, and his blood pressure slightly elevated. DH doesn't remember anything past the ambulance ride, until after he was extubated.
If anyone here happens to have experience with aortic dissection recovery - I would love your observations and advice. If not - will you please just keep our family in your thoughts and prayers? That would be appreciated.
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Post by Merge on May 17, 2021 22:40:21 GMT
That's terrifying! I'm so sorry you both went through that. I hope he has as quick and easy a recovery as possible.
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Post by marysue63 on May 17, 2021 22:42:15 GMT
I haven't had any experience with that but I want to say that I'm hugging you and saying prayers for you and your husband! How scary!!
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Post by valincal on May 17, 2021 22:42:15 GMT
How scary! I hope he’s on the mend soon. Take care.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on May 17, 2021 22:43:53 GMT
Think Jon Ritter. So very glad your DH has the opportunity to recover!!
Thankk you for the right choice to call 911.
((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))
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Post by Deleted on May 17, 2021 22:46:34 GMT
I think of John Ritter as well. So glad he was treated in time! Wishing him a full and speedy recovery.
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Post by SockMonkey on May 17, 2021 22:47:21 GMT
I'm so sorry this happened to your husband and to you.
I don't have experience with aortic dissection, but I did witness my husband almost die (severe asthma attack, stopped breathing, EMTs doing chest compressions...the whole deal). It is extremely traumatic for both of you. I hope you have a good support system and folks to talk to, and if not, feel free to reach out to me. It took a LONG time for me not to do constant check-ins with him. "Are you okay?"
Someone else will have better info on the medical part, but please do take care of yourself. You may not even realize how traumatic this has been for you, since you witnessed and remember all of it. Big hugs.
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Post by finsup on May 17, 2021 22:48:59 GMT
I’m so sorry you’re going through this but happy things are turning out okay. I feel like I just read on a different thread about someone who went through this with her husband.
ETA it was @lettuce on the surgery/in-laws thread.
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Post by QueenoftheSloths on May 17, 2021 22:50:50 GMT
That must have been so scary for you both.
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Post by crazy4scraps on May 17, 2021 22:54:03 GMT
A friend of mine lost her husband to that when he was in his late 40’s. It was devastating for her family. I can’t even imagine how hard that had to be for you both to go through. I’m so glad your DH made it through! You’ll be in my thoughts.
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Post by christine58 on May 17, 2021 22:56:42 GMT
@ktc mentioned this in that other thread.
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Post by elaine on May 17, 2021 22:59:08 GMT
How awful! I can’t imagine the fear you lived through. I’m glad that they caught and fixed it before it was fatal. I hope that his recovery is smooth.
(((Hugs)))
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Post by peabay on May 17, 2021 22:59:11 GMT
How terrifying! I'm so glad he was treated quickly and is on the road to recovery.
Please take care of yourself too - I'm sure the last few days have been really traumatic.
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Post by mollycoddle on May 17, 2021 23:03:01 GMT
Oh my goodness! You must have been terrified.I’m glad that your husband is on the road to recovery. Take care of yourself, too.
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Post by mom on May 17, 2021 23:06:23 GMT
Oh wow! I am so glad they could help your DH. What a traumatic thing to experience!
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Post by rgibson on May 17, 2021 23:07:06 GMT
So glad he was able to get treated in time. You are right in your quess that it will be two steps forward, one step back for a while. As others have said, you both have a long road to recovery - make sure you are looking after yourself while you are taking care of dh.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on May 17, 2021 23:10:17 GMT
ladyinpink1969 DH had emergency quadruple bypass over the weekend. Bit off topic, I have been wondering if any one of the DHs has had Covid?
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Post by floridagirl on May 17, 2021 23:10:20 GMT
I am glad he is on the mend.
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Post by smcast on May 17, 2021 23:13:24 GMT
Wow! That has a very high mortality rate. I will absolutely keep you guys in my thoughts and prayers.
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Post by AussieMeg on May 17, 2021 23:19:36 GMT
Oh gosh, how terrifying! I am so glad that you called 911 so quickly and that he survived.
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Post by Skellinton on May 17, 2021 23:20:36 GMT
I am so sorry, how terrifying. I hope he has a successful recovery. Positive thoughts heading your way!
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Post by malibou on May 17, 2021 23:24:39 GMT
On my, I am so glad he is on the road to recovery. I'll keep you guys in my warmest safest thoughts and send out wishes for his continued good medical care.
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Post by karenlou on May 17, 2021 23:29:38 GMT
I am so glad you opted for the 911 call, I have not had personal experiance, however as an OR nurse with Cardiac experience, Aortic Dissections do have a High Mortaliy rate...You were very wise and fortunate to get your DH treatment ASAP!!! I would say his diagnosis and treatment were key to his survival!!!
Prayers for his continued recovery...
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Post by stampnscrap1128 on May 17, 2021 23:30:10 GMT
How terrifying! My biggest prayers for both of you.
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Post by cmpeter on May 17, 2021 23:31:03 GMT
I am so sorry, that sounds terribly frightening. I am glad to hear he got to the hospital on time. Healing thoughts for his recovery.
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Post by ladyinpink1969 on May 17, 2021 23:33:38 GMT
ladyinpink1969 DH had emergency quadruple bypass over the weekend. Bit off topic, I have been wondering if any one of the DHs has had Covid? Yes, my DH had a quadruple bypass and valve replacement, but it was actually on March 26th. I am so, so sorry your DH had this happen to him. How very scary for both of you. It's good you called 911. As my Dad, a former volunteer firefighter says it's better to call 911 as they can get things started on the way to the hospital and notify the hospital as to what to expect when they get their. I do have some suggestions, but don't know if you want to hear them now. Things I learned and things suggested by the Peas. If you would like rather, please feel free to PM me. My thoughts and prayers are with your DH, you and your family. Vicky |
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Post by Darcy Collins on May 17, 2021 23:34:15 GMT
Oh man that's terrifying! A friend actually suffered this alone and amazingly was able to get to a phone to call 911. I don't know all the ins and outs of his recovery, but he's about 9 months out now and doing very well! Best wishes for your husband!
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on May 17, 2021 23:35:17 GMT
That had to have been terrifying for you both. Thankfully you were able to get good medical treatment for him in time. I will be keeping you both in my prayers.
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Post by KikiPea on May 17, 2021 23:36:20 GMT
Holy cow! I have no experience, but that sounds absolutely frightening!
So glad he got the help he needed, and is on the road to recovery.
Big hugs and prayers for you both!
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Post by bc2ca on May 17, 2021 23:45:37 GMT
I had a pain episode almost 2 years where I ended up in the ER with them thinking it was an aortic dissection. It was terrifying just to hear the words and such a relief to have the contrast CT came back normal. I'm so glad you called 911 and your DH had a quick diagnosis and surgery. I can imagine how surreal the last few days have been for you.  The Birdhouse Lady is another pea with a family member who had an aortic dissection, although it may have been a different type. |
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