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My question: How long does this kind of gangreneGangrene Necrotizing soft tissue infection take to kill someone ? (It is the"wet" kind, foul-smelling, and very painful.) And what is the progression of the disease?
My mom, who is his primary caregiver, is completely in the dark since he will not go to a doctor anymore. I'm sure the answer depends on how strong the person is, but I am looking for a range. Weeks, months? And what can we expect as it progresses?
Hello!
I hope you get a reply for I am going through the same thing with my 70+ yr old Dad! Told he won't live through amputation so he said don't bother but the gangrene in one area is spreading so quickly! Other areas are dry but I am thinking this is wet! It is getting worse everyday! He has dry gangrene that hasn't changed at all! Hospice is involved now....the Hospice nurse hasn't given you any idea? I am told that sepsis is a possibility....I was told that losing their appetite is a big sign the end is near....sounds like we are going through same thing right now so please feel free to contact me! ***@****
My Dad is younger but has also refused amputation! Dr told him he probably wouldn't live through it anyway. Gotta respect their choices! My Dad's wet gangrene is changing daily! I am not sure how we can email directly but it would be nice to communicate with someone going through what I am! I am his primary caregiver. I have ALOT of questions! He was admitted into Hospice this week so I have not met the nurse he will be seeing yet - Monday - but I am compiling a list of questions!
I wish you and your family peace and dignity in this!
Thanks so much for your reply, tougy. Sorry it took me so long to reply. At first I couldn't remember where I had posted this question!
I really feel for you being the primary caregiver. That's a heavy load to bear. I am not; my mom is, and I know how hard it is on her. At least she has daily help now.
As I am new here, I don't know exactly how these boards work, but I was hoping to get an answer from a medical professional. Do they answer questions posted here?
And as for communicating directly, I'm not sure if I should post my email address. I do have one that isn't my main one so perhaps it would be ok. (I already get a lot of spam on it.) But I'll wait for your reply. Maybe we can figure out a way to talk. Is there a chat function on this site?
I am taking care of my sister, her foot is half black and the toes look like they are going to fall off. She is only 55 and chose not to get any treatment.She id a diabetic, renal failer, congestive heart and in alot of pain.
SSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOO WHY CAN'T ANYONE TELL US, HOW MUCH LONGER DO WE HAVE TO SUFFER WATCHING OUR LOVED ONE DIE?????????? PLEASE SOMEONE GIVE US A ANSWER!!!
I hope you get a reply for I am going through the same thing with my 70+ yr old Dad! Told he won't live through amputation so he said don't bother but the gangrene in one area is spreading so quickly! Other areas are dry but I am thinking this is wet! It is getting worse everyday! He has dry gangrene that hasn't changed at all! Hospice is involved now....the Hospice nurse hasn't given you any idea? I am told that sepsis is a possibility....I was told that losing their appetite is a big sign the end is near....sounds like we are going through same thing right now so please feel free to contact me! ***@****
I wish you and your family peace and dignity in this!
I really feel for you being the primary caregiver. That's a heavy load to bear. I am not; my mom is, and I know how hard it is on her. At least she has daily help now.
As I am new here, I don't know exactly how these boards work, but I was hoping to get an answer from a medical professional. Do they answer questions posted here?
And as for communicating directly, I'm not sure if I should post my email address. I do have one that isn't my main one so perhaps it would be ok. (I already get a lot of spam on it.) But I'll wait for your reply. Maybe we can figure out a way to talk. Is there a chat function on this site?
SSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOO WHY CAN'T ANYONE TELL US, HOW MUCH LONGER DO WE HAVE TO SUFFER WATCHING OUR LOVED ONE DIE?????????? PLEASE SOMEONE GIVE US A ANSWER!!!