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Thanks so much xx
Been back to back hospital and 999, it looks like fluid in stomach is pressing on ribs but l got worried when he sounded so rough. Its being drained in the morning. But feel so much better having had advice. 999 are calling back in the night to double check it is the fluid but if he changes position with stomach breathing improves so a bit of a sign.
Thanks for the message its like cottage hospital day 2 lol x
Saying hi both, long night ahead waiting 999 call back to double check on maverick hubby saying I'm fine l am bla bla.
I'm am so fine l coughed so much had to have feeding tube turned off. He's reminding me today of our old labrador who swallowed a pound coin and had to go to the vet with a who, me? Expression !!!
He's settled now with position to try keep stomach flat and not let fluid flow towards ribs.
Reminds me of a song my father used to sing if anyone felt ill ..
Make the world go away. Give me your shoulder to cry on. Say the things you used to say, make the world go away x
Hi Dingg
That's such a coincidence! I was watching a 70s music channel earlier and that very song was on - Lena Martell I think. Do you reckon it's a good omen?
You sound much more settled now that hubby's in a better place and you're getting help. All good to hear my lovely xxx
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