my father has copd, respiratory failure, chf, on oxygen……..?
My father had a heart attack in feb due to complete blockage of his left ventricle he had stint placed. He also has sleep apnea and on bypap at night also COPD and congestive heart failure he now has acute respiratory failure and on oxygen at home. The doctors said that if he has another epidsode with not getting enough o2 they will place a ventilator he is at maximum treatment for his problems. Is there anyone else out there that knows or has this many health problems and if so what is on the road ahead of him so I can somewhat prepare. And is there any breakthrough treatments that anyone has read or heard about that may help him he is now a non-smoker has not smoked since feb,HIs last hospital stay he was in ICU his o2 level dropped to 38% so they put on bypap set at 40%. He is home now on nasal canula. along with many many medications he is only 56.Help I dont wanna lose my daddy
Question is stated above asking if there are any breakthrough things that have just came out and if anyone else had this or know someone with it. And what can I expect
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My dear: He is very young to have all these problems, My heart goes out to you. I am a Registered respiratory therapist: I see this a lot. If he is at this level in in disease state: then there is not a whole lot the doctors can but treat the symptoms. As far ventilators go: You really need to talk to your Dad: He needs a living will. At this point in his life with all these problems he might not be able to get off the machine. He could end up with a tracheotomy, and all the other tubes that goes along with it. You really need to prepare for the worst. I am very sorry to have to tell you this but I think that is what you asked for.
Again my heart goes out to you and your family. But My advise to you: is talk to your dad and ask him what his wishes are and go by them.
Wow, he sounds like he’s not in good health. Did he used to smoke? Maybe that could be a cause of some of the problems.
Anyways, whats the question here???? Its just like a story.
Your father is not alone in the multiple health problems which are brought about by smoking cigarettes . There are many folks and their families in the U.S. and world going through the same issues. I strongly urge you and your Dad to call your local hospital to find a support group of lung patients who are living with these same problems and have solutions to many everyday problems that you’ll encounter. Most of all, you’ll find compassion and understanding and won’t have to travel this road alone. Most groups have medical directors and advisors who are physicians, nurses and respiratory therapists available to provide resources. I am active in my local group and have seen many wonderful things happen. Blessings to you.