We got the word yesterday afternoon from the Neurosurgeon's office that he had reviewed the old and new CAT scan and he does not want the collar to come off yet. They said he'll call us on Monday and explain what's going on.
Taylor was really looking forward to taking a more normal shower. He can't stand in the shower, so I give him one in a specially designed, battery operated plastic "shower chair". We have to be careful to keep water off the collar, and he can't wash his hair. A microwaveable shower cap that has some kind of cleaning agent in it is used to clean his hair.
After getting the Trach removed he couldn't wait to get the collar off of his neck. It interfers with eating, talking and sleeping. He has slept on his back only for 3 months, although he has no memory of most of the first two months. Even when the collar comes off, he can't sleep on his stomach because of the feeding tube.
Taylor was really looking forward to taking a more normal shower. He can't stand in the shower, so I give him one in a specially designed, battery operated plastic "shower chair". We have to be careful to keep water off the collar, and he can't wash his hair. A microwaveable shower cap that has some kind of cleaning agent in it is used to clean his hair.
After getting the Trach removed he couldn't wait to get the collar off of his neck. It interfers with eating, talking and sleeping. He has slept on his back only for 3 months, although he has no memory of most of the first two months. Even when the collar comes off, he can't sleep on his stomach because of the feeding tube.
Hey at least they are being careful right. microwave hair cap. who knew such a thing existed? xo Aunt Mary
ReplyDeleteBack from MI for awhile. So good to hear that you are doing so well. I agree with Aunt Mary. They can't be too careful. Glad they are.
ReplyDeleteLove, Mel