venuscat

Is your husband bringing you the meds now love?

Soberpotamus

Yes, he did. Trying to settle back into bed now with ice. Choking on my own spit. Horrible.

Must be worst part about all this. Can't clean out mouth enough but no way to do it apparently.

Hope I get through this. Feels bleak.

venuscat

I know it's rough, but you WILL get through it.
I wish I knew how to make your mouth feel better...I wonder if you are allowed to spray gently with water?

Soberpotamus

I just pour water in and try to spit out.

Soberpotamus

I'm on antibiotics so I am hoping it keeps away infection.

venuscat

Gosh this is rough.
I think it might be a good idea if that nurse's aid is coming today.

I'm sure the antibiotics will do their job.

Soberpotamus

I feel a tiny bit more normal today, but that's not saying much. Maybe swelling is going down.

Soberpotamus

Ex-bf will come here today at some point. He has been handling the stress by drinking. That's the downside to him helping.

Husband doesn't drink but is only just now understanding the routine and what I need.

I guess together they've been able to help me.

venuscat

As someone said, it might be hard for your husband to cope with this, but I'm sure he is trying. If he knows what you need now, that's really good.

venuscat

I'm having an early night tonight (other side of the world), but I am thinking of you, and sending you love and healing vibes.

I hope your pain eases, and that you get all of the help you need today to make you more comfortable. xx

Dee74

I hope the rest of the day goes better for you SP.

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GroundhogDay

Good.

It does sound miserable, but remember the long-term goal and why you are doing this. I am glad to hear you are starting to get sensation back. I know it feels weird, but don't let the unfamiliarity of it scare you.

Is the swelling starting to go down as well?

Sounds like you are getting better in spite of it all.

You deserve a treat when you come through this. Any good novels to read to take your mind off of things? I just read The Girl on the Train. It was an easy read and a page-turner. The heroine has a drinking problem, though, and it plays a part in the story.

Kris47

Good day SP,

Hope one is on the way. Each day will get better. You're strong and have made it through. Strength comes in amazing ways. Hopefully today and the routine will be better on you. Remember why you did this. Your rewards are just around the bend. Gentle hugs for you.......................................

PurpleKnight

Sounds rough SP, great to hear though things are improving slightly!!

Solarion

Sober P, I wish I could make it better.

Is salt water allowed for rinsing your mouth? I think that might help (followed by clear water, of course) -- but I don't want bad advice to make things worse, either!

trachemys

Lawd, she needs two men!

Feel better daily, 'Potamus.

No laughing!

Anna

SP, I'm sorry this is so scary and that your husband isn't stepping up to the plate to help you out. Are you still thinking about having a visiting nurse come by to check on you? If it's possible, I think it would make you feel better and safer.

Dharma33

(((((SP)))))

I feel so bad for you I know there would be busses full of SR peeps on their way to help if we could.

You will get through this!

lunar

Darn it, SP, I played extra powerball tickets, with you in mind.
Was going to send you a real live, baby 'potamus, and caretaker.
I won 4 bucks.
I hope every day has you healing more and more.
Be well.

Soberpotamus

I can take myself to bathroom now. Can get water. Just need ice brought to me, and still can't handle meds alone yet. Just took meds so maybe I will sleep again. I went 8 hrs without meds today. He was able to come home for a few min and help me take them.