Theories

We are still waiting for the MRI to be performed. We have been told that it will happen "soon".

Cathy was only able to make it 45 minutes on the trach collar this morning. When the respiratory therapist was putting Cathy back on the Bi-Pap machine, she noticed some water buildup in the supply hose. Immediately after clearing this water Cathy's eyes opened wide and a look of relief rushed over her face. Cathy commented that she was able to breathe so much easier. Apparently for the past day (plus) Cathy has had to work extra hard to overcome this blockage while on respiratory support. This may explain why she has been tired and unable to last long on the trach collar (my theory).

The doctors have a new theory of their own. This morning we were told that Cathy's rotator cuff (in her shoulder) may have been injured. This could explain the pain an immobility in her arm. Until the results of the MRI are available this will remain a theory.