jeff_089
Member
- Joined
- Jul 8, 2008
- Messages
- 14
- Reason
- Loved one DX
- Diagnosis
- 10/2007
- Country
- CA
- State
- bc
- City
- burnaby
We went to the ALS clinic today and was told that it was getting close to the time that my dad has to choose whether or not to go on the trache ventilation and feeding tube. He is very confused about the situation and does not know whether or not to go on the trache.
In my opinion, I want my dad to go on the trache and feeding tube because it could prolong his life. What he wants to know from others is whether or not it is worthwhile. Would being on the trache effectively keep him alive until he decides to go off it? At what breathing % would it be too late to get the surgeries? After on the trache would speech be completely gone?
Any input/opinions would be greatly appreciated especially from those who have gone through the surgeries for the above equipment.
Thanks,
Jeff
In my opinion, I want my dad to go on the trache and feeding tube because it could prolong his life. What he wants to know from others is whether or not it is worthwhile. Would being on the trache effectively keep him alive until he decides to go off it? At what breathing % would it be too late to get the surgeries? After on the trache would speech be completely gone?
Any input/opinions would be greatly appreciated especially from those who have gone through the surgeries for the above equipment.
Thanks,
Jeff