Yum, all I've done is cry, when you know someone is unwell and you just want someone to listen. I actually cried on the 999 call. But I'm pleased she's in there I really am. 🤗
Ahh I don't blame you I would be the same if anything ever happened like that to my mum x 😘❤️. You have done so well to help your mum. Have they said what's causing the low calcium and magnesium??
Particularly, diuretics which cause you to pee them out. I was dangerously low on sodium and potassium after taking furosemide and the infrequency of blood tests contributed to the problem because it went unrecognised for a long time.
BP meds too they have messed up my system. I was told I needed monthly blood tests but now my GP no longer does bloods you have to wait for the GP to refer you!
Really really glad to hear your mom's problem has come to light! It has been a terribly stressful time for you 😪
I can totally understand. I still can't get my mom referred to a specialist as no one is really listening or can understand what i am trying to convey?!! Terribly frustrating and stressful.
God bless you and your mom. Please continue to update us if you have the time.
She’s in the best place now. Although not the best, having a funny turn in front of the paramedics probably helped them see how unwell she was and that she needed medical attention.
I hope you can get some rest tonight knowing she is being looked after in hospital.
I am so sorry to read your post and hear about your Mum but I think as you say this in a way is the best thing now they know she is low in all these things and they will sort it out and once they have I really hope you will worry less and Mum will start making a really good recovery which I am sure she will
As much as today has probably been a huge ordeal for you both, I’m SO pleased that you’ve been heard! Well done to you for persevering for your lovely Mum; you shouldn’t have to but at least she’s being cared for now!
I know it’s easier said than done but try to use tonight to get some respite and hopefully she’ll be feeling brighter in the morning and they’ll know more about what’s going on 🤞🏼🤞🏼
I’m sending so much love and I will be thinking of you both.
Thank you for updating us, hope to hear better news very soon 🤗
I just needed someone to listen! As she is ok after fainting. But omg I cried when paramedics seen it. More of relief than anything. She's been poorly for a while. Well today I shouted louder than I have done. And we were listened too. X hugs. X
hello I am sorry to hear this although she’s in the right place and will get the help you’ve been wanting for a few weeks now, hope you can get some rest. ❤️
Bless her, ask them to check parathyroid, they control calcium and magnesium levels. I had full thyroid removed and one parathyroid and have to be checked. I hope she feels better soon xx
Thank you. And I will do that when I call this morning. X
Sorry to hear she is in back in hospital for further investigations and treatment hopefully this will solve her problem, make her feel much better, and ease yr worries over her, keep us updated, x hugs for you both x
hi Charmquark , so sorry to hear your mums still unwell , at last now she’s going to get treatment and sorted out ! You must try and rest now and I’m sending you both my best wishes and lots of healing hugs 🤗
No wonder she's poorly if she's low on all of those. I was very low on sodium just before Xmas last year and was really not very well . A stay in hospital sorted it out and I am sure that's what they will do for your Mum. I know it's been worrying but she's being seen to now and they will give her appropriate meds to stabilise her. I hope she's home soon and is ok x
Your poor mum.🥲 I feel for you as I had numerous medical issues with my dear mother. If the doctor had done the correct blood test your mum more then lightly would not have ended up in the poor health she is in. I hope your mum now gets the proper care & attention she has long waited for. Good Luck.
Pleased that at last your mum is getting the medical care she needs. Try to rest now she is not in good hands and they will get her back on track. Best wishes to you both.
I too suffered this and required hospitalisation for 3 days. Low potassium etc really makes your heart do weird things and makes you feel dreadful. I do hope now your Mum is back home and feeling much better soon.
I had similar a few years ago, 3 days in hospital being fed fizzy potassium tablets. Symptoms not as bad as your Mums but as I have Parox. Afb heart rate/beat all over the place. Culprit was Lansoprozole? and I wasn't having proper blood test to check levels. Hospital stopped that medication and I now have regular blood tests to keep an eye on various levels. Hope your Mum feels better soon and gets her meds sorted i f that is the problem.
I thought I'd never have to say what good news when someone's taken into hospital but it really is good that they will now sort her out. You must be so relieved. Always listen to your instincts.
I'm pleased I did, they are moving her to a general ward. Didn't say when but that's where she is going. Possibly home tomorrow. But as long as she is ok when she gets out I'm not bothered where they put her lol. X
Update....Mum called me, they have changed her water pill and her new heart one. They have gave her calcium, potassium and Magnesium through the drip that was last night. Her BP is a little low but ok, if everything goes ok tonight, she will possibly be home tomorrow. X
Hi Charmquark, it's good they're listening now and hopefully the change in the medication will stop all the funny turns which I know are very frightening to see and undergo too. Looks like you found the answer as to what was causing them. I would check she has all the meds she needs when being discharged if possible, and I hope things start to settle down soon now as she adjusts to new meds and you both start to heal 🤞🙏. Best wishes and speedy recovery to your mum x
She's been confused while in hospital however just found out today that she is on very strong pain killers for the pain she's been getting in her belly. As we found out yesterday that it is gallbladder cancer and it's spread to her liver. We haven't had a care plan put 8n place by cancer specialists yet. But she is getting home tomorrow, so we can at least make her comfortable. To say I'm devastated is an understatement. It's an aggressive cancer but...I dread to think how things would be if I hadn't pushed for her to go back into hospital. I will still be around and I'm truly grateful to each and every one of you. Xxx
My mum died on Monday at 12.51pm. She had a horrible few days and Monday her body had had enough. She was at home and all the family was with her. She had one of her funny turns, fitted, then went unconscious and didn't wake up. I am very traumatised. Thank you all for your kind comments and info over the past few months. I've appreciated everyone.
I am so very sorry and sad to hear this. You did an amazing job looking after her leading up to her passing. Even though I know her passing was unexpected, you should be proud of how well you managed the situation. I hope you have friends and family for support at this time.
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
My oldest sister has been helping a lot, I haven't even seen a friend really. I'm thankful for my husband. There is so much to do. I'm just overwhelmed that's all. And thank you I appreciate your offer. X
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