On the importance of being an advocate: Toppie’s mother goes to the emergency room and Toppie has to raise holy hell.
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Tags: advocacy, emergency rooms, er, gay podcast, hospitals, medical mistakes, migraine headache, patient advocate, speaking up
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February 14, 2012 at 8:43 pm |
I haven’t listened yet but wanted to see if your mom was okay. How are things?
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February 15, 2012 at 12:43 am |
As of today, 02/14/12, Mom was doing much better than the day I brought her in to er. MUCH BETTER! She is still in ICU… and there are many tests they want to do. I will be very surprised if they come up with anything conclusive. That’s the story of her life. But most importantly — Mom is feeling much, much better right now. Thanks Jay!
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February 15, 2012 at 1:09 pm |
I’m glad to hear it. I’m listening now. I hope she gets out soon.
And you’re right, doctors don’t know a whole lot about migraines.
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February 15, 2012 at 10:34 pm |
This is a turning point. Life can’t go on as before. There are many changes ahead for us as a family. We’re just discovering them. It feels grim right now. Mom’s out of ICU but still in hospital. She might come home 02/16 Thursday (tomorrow). Or maybe Friday. But its a whole new ball game and we all know it. It was a mistake for me to not be there every night cooking for them and helping with stuff. Turned out to be a real bad move. The good news is Mom’s heart is back to beating normally. I will let you all know more soon.
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February 16, 2012 at 9:21 am |
Toppie-you can’t blame yourself for changes in your mom’s condition. You are a good son. Things happen. I’m sorry to hear that this episode will have such a big impact. Know that my thoughts are with you and your family. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Hugs.
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February 16, 2012 at 7:50 pm |
Thanks Jay.
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February 16, 2012 at 9:50 pm |
Thinking of you Toppie and wishing you well. Sorry to hear about your mother. Hope she is doing even better than your last update and that you are also well!
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February 16, 2012 at 10:24 pm |
Thank you very much Kalvin!
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