Tuesday, August 16, 2011

My mom

My mom has been really ill for over a month. Trips and hours in the ER. And this last week felt even more critical, lots of time in ER ... but I think we finally figured out what the latest culprit making her so sick ... C.dff ... the result of months taking really high doses of antibiotics battling Diverticulitis. I saw my mom deteriorate in one month and that is really scary! But now that we know, I am keeping my fingers crossed that something can be done to relieve her pain. 

10 comments:

Terry Grant said...

Oh, so sorry! I love your photos of your Mom and her wonderful recipes. She looks like such a sweetheart. Hoping she feels better soon.

Kim Carney said...

Thank you Terry! I am just so glad we figured it out. The frustrating part is NOT knowing what you are dealing with. Will pass on your best wishes. xoxo

Shelley Noble said...

Sending my best thoughts for you and your sweet mum's swift recovery and restoration to vitality.

Great luck discovering the underlying cause of this issue.

lheurebleue said...

i wish you much strength & hope your mother will recover swiftly

Jan said...

Hi Kim, I have a friend that was diagnosed with this a few years back. She was given mega doses of a high powered probiotics and another medication. She finally turned the corner. It IS scary and debilitating. I'm wishing your dear mother a speedy recovery. My best to you both. Jan

wordybird said...

sending your mom a big Texas hug! hope she's feeling better soon.

s'mee said...

This is such sad and scary news. I love and envy the relationship you have with your mom. My heart goes out to you both as do my well wishes, prayers, good vibes, and hopes all goes well very soon! hugs friend.

Kim Carney said...

Thank you all! Am sending your best wishes over to mom, she will really appreciate them! We have a Thursday follow up dr appt and can't wait until she gets off the antibiotics and can start the probiotics!

Zoe, ontheroad said...

Hoping for a quick recovery for Mom, and only good news about a reduction of pain.

kim said...

Wow. Scary. I think not knowing what you are dealing with is the hardest part. I hope your mom can now move forward and feel better. Add my very best wishes for a swift recovery to the bunch.