Update on Johnny:

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   habeeposted 14 years ago

   Johnny has early ileum. Apparently, because of his bronchitis and COPD, his intestines did not get enough oxygen and they partially shut down. The bronchitis also triggered the atrial flutter. He's doing better and is now on a liquid diet, so at least he won't starve. He's not in as much pain, either, and might get to leave ICU this weekend. Then he'll have to go to the coumadin clinic periodically for his heart condition and stay on meds for 30 days. If his heart is not back in normal rhythm at that point, they'll use the paddles on him.
   
   I want all of you to know that your messages have been very uplifting for me!

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   frogdroppingposted 14 years ago

   Thankyou for the update Habee. I'm sure you must be feeling pretty wrung out. I remain hopeful for your husband and you. All being well, you'll be home together in the very near future. My best wishes for his speedy recovery ... and that your nerves don't fray too badly

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   lorlie6posted 14 years ago

   I'm so glad to hear this, habee.  What an ordeal for the both of you.  I'd like to echo frogdropping's words, and let you know I am also grateful for this update.
   People we know on HP are important!

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   Flightkeeperposted 14 years ago

   That's good to hear Habee.  I'm praying for his smooth and speedy recovery.

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   starme77posted 14 years ago

   We Love ya Habee Keep smiling 

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   lrohnerposted 14 years ago

   Glad that the news is good, Habee. Best wishes!

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   rmcrayneposted 14 years ago

   (Ileus?  Or Ileitis?)
   
   I'm glad the medical team connected the dots, and showed how this cascade of issues are related.  That had to have boosted your confidence in the team a bit. 
   
   I hope the pain continues to subside, and Johnny graduates from ICU.  Then hopefully everything else will continue to sort out.

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      habeeposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      It's called "early ileus." I've been reading about it online.
      
      Again, warm thanks to everyone!

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   MPG Narrativesposted 14 years ago

   Good to hear Habee, best wishes for Johnny.

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   KCC Big Countryposted 14 years ago

   Thank you for the update, Habee.....glad to hear Johnny is improving.  I'll continue to send positive thoughts your way.

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    wyanjenposted 14 years ago

    Stay strong & keep fighting
    

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    wildernessposted 14 years ago

    Good news this time!  Thanks for letting us all know, habee.  As you have perhaps deduced, you are in a lot of thoughts here, and your updates are important to us.

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    china manposted 14 years ago

    Glad he is on the up.  Looking forward to the news when you get him home again.

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    bayouladyposted 14 years ago

    thanks habee! We all love you!

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    Lisa HWposted 14 years ago

    Continued wishes for his quick recovery, habee.

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    prettydarkhorseposted 14 years ago

    That explains it. Glad your husband is better now habee! You take care also.

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    Gypsy48posted 14 years ago

    Glad to hear he is doing better, take care.

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    sofsposted 14 years ago

    Good he is better, continuing to pray for him.

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    ChristinaScibonaposted 14 years ago

    Thanks for the update...I hope he gets better and better everyday!

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    Purple Perlposted 14 years ago

    Good to know your husband is better.Praying for you both!

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    Patty Inglish, MSposted 14 years ago

    Sounds like things are coming together for recovery. Its a relief to have a handle on it and I hope our thoughts and prayers add to that. Wish Johnny the best from all of us. Things are looking up.

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    Mighty Momposted 14 years ago

    Oh Habee,
    What a relief to at least know what caused it! I know he still has a ways to go, but at least you know where the road leads now.
    
    Thanks for keeping us all posted.
    Please take care of YOU! I know you must be (dog) tired, so how about getting yourself a nice, relaxing massage?
    
    xoxo, MM
    
    www.gifanatics.com/gif/cat-massage

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    CASE1WORKERposted 14 years ago

    great news to hear they have found the cause and can medicate.. i guess you need to sit down and relax as well!
    take care both of you- when he rests you rest!

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    Dolores Monetposted 14 years ago

    Holle - it must be a great relief to all of you to be out of ICU, a very scary place. I hope that Johnny is on the mend and that you can both take time to sit back and enjoy life with full appreciation. Sometimes it takes a real scare to remind you how beautiful your life really is. God Bless you and your family.

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    Hmrjmr1posted 14 years ago

    Holle - I join the chorus here on the relief that you know whats wrong and that Johnny is in recovery phase. My prayers are with you both. GB

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    Money Glitchposted 14 years ago

    Thanks for the update, still sending positive thoughts and healthy wishes your way. Take care!

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