My Joe had a stroke yesterday morning, just after midnight. I have been at the hospital all day with him. We are still waiting on more tests to be done, but he is doing much better tonight than he was this morning.
His left hand is useless, but his speech is much better and his face isn't drooping so much. He can walk, there was no brain bleed and his memory and cognition is normal, His throat muscles have been affected somewhat so he can't have liquids, but is getting thickened liquids and is eating a normal diet and handling it all fine.
Some of you are or were nurses. They couldn't give him the standard TPA to break up clots because he is already on blood thinners. Instead, they took him off his blood pressure meds and are hoping his BP will get high and force the clot through. Scary stuff, but we have to trust that the doctors know what they are doing.
He was making noises and it woke me up. I asked him what was wrong and he just couldn't talk. I jumped out of bed and immediately asked him to smile. He couldn't. I asked him to stick out his tongue and it was not working either. He still couldn't talk. I told him to sit still, he is having a stroke. I called 911. The EMTs arrived in less than 10 minutes. All I can say is know the signs of stroke and heart attack. The doctor told me he is always amazed that someone presents in the ER and they tell them that the symptoms started two days ago. Early action is key.
Peace & hugs.
{{{Terri}}}---how scary, that is what happened to my husband (only, it happened at work and how scary to get that call!!!)
ReplyDeleteI am keeping you in prayer (and Joe of course). I am so sorry, friend...lifting you up in prayer. {{{{Big, Big Hugs and lots of love}}}}
Oh Teri, I am so very sorry, but so thankful for your presence of mind to act so quickly. Praying for Joe's healing and for you. I have been through those things with my Jay and my heart is with you. Love and hugs to you, Connie
ReplyDeleteTerri, prayed for you, will continue to. It is so good that you knew what to do and acted fast. Thanks in the midst of your stressful situation you thought to share this with all of us. Don't worry about blogs, you take of YOU and Joe. Talk soon - a big hug to you!
ReplyDeletePraying, praying...and saving the signs of a stroke...I might need it someday. Mr. Joe is blessed to have you!
ReplyDeleteOh my! I am praying. Praying for a complete recovery and return to normal function. You acted fast and did all the right things. Please keep us updated when you can. Hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteHow scary for both of you. You both will be in my thoughts. Update when you can. *hug*
ReplyDeleteOh Terri and sweet Joe - - - - so, so sorry but thankful it woke you up and you knew what was going on. I will definitely pray today and tomorrow and the next day. I hate this has happened to you both. LOVE YOU bunches!!!!
ReplyDeleteTerri, I will be praying day and night. Please let us know when you can. God has Joe in His hands. You did exactly what you should have done. Sending love your way this morning.
ReplyDeleteI hate that - I will certainly pray for both of you. Gosh it was great you were there and could get him in as soon as you did. God was with you. Hugs and prayers. Sandie
ReplyDeleteTears began to roll down my cheeks as I read this account. The Lord showed Himself faithful to you with your quick action and all those who have come to Joe's aid. Tom and I are sitting here at the breakfast table as I read your post. We held hands and prayed for Joe and you. We will continue to lift you up to The Great Physician. Bless you, my dear!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear this. Will be praying for Joe and for you also. You were so quick to act, what a blessing that was for Joe. Keep us posted as you can. ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteCame here from Debbie Huffaker's blog. Praying for you both!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you knew what to do and trusting that Joe has a full recovery.
ReplyDeleteHow awfully scary!! I am so glad you had the presence of mind that you did. Continued prayers for Joe and for you!!
ReplyDeleteThat was quick thinking! Praise the LORD you knew the symptoms and reacted quickly. Many in my family have had strokes or heart attacks too. I will pray with y'all for healing, comfort and safety. Jesus loves you and will never forsake you. God bless.
ReplyDeleteOh Terri!!!! I just now read this!! My heart is aching for you both! I am so very thankful you woke up and knew what to look for. BLESS YOU!! I have seen AMAZING comebacks from strokes, especially Dick's dad. I pray that will be the case for your precious Joe.
ReplyDeletePraying for you and for Mr. Joe. You are on my mind and in my heart.
ReplyDeleteOh Terri! I'm so sorry to read this. You knew just what to look for and did a great job. It's a great sign that Joe is already showing such improvement. I will be praying for him and for you too. I know I'm joined by any who love you and will be praying.
ReplyDeleteKeeping both of you in my prayers. {{hugs}}
ReplyDeleteTeri,
ReplyDeleteI have not been on the computer much, so I'm just now finding this post! How scary! Ed gave me a bit of a scare, on Thursday night,too, but nothing like what your Joe had. (Ed's fine now) I'm sorry I'm so late in finding out about Joe, but you two will definitely be in my prayers, from this point forward. (Kathy)