Ken had a terrible night. His breathing just got worse and worse until we decided this morning that he needed to get some relief. So, the doctor did a bed side procedure where he washed Ken's lungs again to check for more infections. Then they incubated him again. They are working now to try to keep him sedated. The miracle drug they used last time is still not available, so they are using high doses of two other drugs to try to keep him quiet. Ken has a really high pain tolerance though, so he is fighting the machine and the drugs. I hope they will get it under control soon. He will be under sedation again for a few days, maybe more. I will try to write more when I know more. Till then, we pray.
We had a few good days. Anna arrived yesterday from New York. Ken had a tough overnight and morning, but when she got here Sat afternoon, he was better. He was able to talk with her and was only on regular oxygen. Linda and Ed stopped by and he knew what was going on. But overnight, his breathing got more shallow and fast. His lungs just couldn't do it any more. I am thankful that Anna had her time with him.
Jeff is here with me now. We are just watching the nurses. I wish it were next summer and Ken was all healed. This is so hard to watch.
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We are rooting for you, praying for you and sending get well vibes. I'm so glad you have someone there with you and that you can be with Ken. Take care of yourself too Bev. I know it's very hard but we don't want you getting sick too.
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