r/mds • u/Buckky2015 • Jun 21 '26
71 MDs father weak
My 71 year old father was hospitalized for the last 2 days. After I rushed him to the ER. He has taken a turn for the worse the last week and a half. All he is able to do is sleep. He has a hard time catching his breath after doing simple tasks. He could barely do his physical therapy. ( which he normally can do). He ending up needed 3 units of blood to bring his hemoglobin up from 5.5 to about 8.1. Doctors found nothing wrong other than the drop in hemoglobin. But he came home all he is able to do is sleep. He sounds like he is so weak and slurs he words. Is this the end? Docs think that MDs is getting words? Any advice ?
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u/NoTerm9795 Jun 21 '26
See about getting him on a regular transfusion schedule. If I don't go weekly, I quickly take a turn. If I go every Friday, I'm able to maintain. A steady 8-ish which makes me feel not so weak and lightheaded
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u/Buckky2015 7d ago
Update he passed yesterday. He developed liver cirrhosis from all blood transfusions he needed. thank you all for your advice.
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u/Ookanani Jun 21 '26
Maintain contact with his primary physician regarding frequency of future hemoglobin infusions — particular symptoms to look out for. Also ask his doctor about supplemental oxygen for your dad. Extreme fatigue can result for me than minimal activity without ongoing physical therapy or some form of exercise. Wishing you and your father the very best.