Severe coughing

Hi

Give his CNS a ring. 
At the least they can change his OxyContin to the liquid form. 

We're at the hospital.  He's much worse

Heavens....I hope they can help him. How are you both this morning?

He's been admitted after waiting hours   Had an emergency endoscopy yesterday morning.  They've discovered he's got a deformed epiglottis, a known issue with throat cancer radiotherapy.  He's on IV fluids and pain meds and 100mg morphine patch.

My research doesn't give any clear indication as to how this is treated in an adult (it can be an issue with newborns) A stomach rig would be the way to go to feed him; they had issues getting the endoscope in

Quite where this is going end, resolve or other resolution is anyone's guess

And he was a great foodie - this is so sad

Thanks for the update. At least they should get his pain under control. If he is aspirating he will have to be PEG fed for a while. You can only wait and see what happens, I suppose. Does his team have any idea? 

Hi it's been a few days since I last posted. 

He's still in hospital now on the cancer ward receiving excellent care. They tried to insert a feeding tube in his throat this morning but it failed. They're going to continue to treat with high dose corticosteroids and try again next week. If no then Wednesday he'll have a stomach rig installed with a view to discharge Fri or Sat.

His pain is under control, they're currently feeding him intravenously and he's feeling much better which is good news.

He's in the best place. 

Thank you for all your kind comments,  suggestions and concerns  - it is appreciated xx 

Hi Thanks for update yes as you say he’s in the best place for now. This time next year it will all be like a bad dream, fingers x for next week. 
Your post will be helpful for others who will follow keep us updated. 
Hugs Hazel x

Fingers crossed for him. A big hug to both of you.