I’m not going through that each day and running out of soft furnishings. Today insisted the GP comes out, or I would leave him in A&E unless someone medically qualified saw him. GP came, examined him (enlarged liver, various other problems I can’t remember name of). He’s taken bloods and will get the results tomorrow. Detox unit is 1-2 weeks’ wait and there’s no way he can last that long. GP said if blood tests came back bad (and he has warned him they will), then will need admitting as an emergency. GP was very firm with him and told him he’s very poorly, the most poorly person he’s seen in a long time, and the options were either I find him dead one day or he accepts help. He also made it clear to him the toll it was taking on my health, and that the situation couldn’t go on. I could have hugged him!! We had a bit of resistance, but I told him I would leave him in A&E if he doesn’t do as the GP tells him. So I have everything crossed, but will not be surprised if we have a mind change again. My little boy is staying at Grandma and Grandad’s tonight. I miss him so much, we’ve never been apart since he was born ???? Bit more worried about daddy needing 999 if I leave him. Will do my best for him until he’s in a medical environment and off my shift as it were. Broke the news to his friends and brother (next of kin) today. A lot of sadness and partner didn’t want anyone to know, but I’ve told him family need to know now and they want to help where they can. Work have been very kind and told me to just let them know when I feel like doing any. They may over-work their staff, but I’m so relieved they’re understanding and sympathetic to the situation. Having a hot chocolate now and giving serious consideration to trying to get some sleep before the nighttime fun begins. Calm before the storm. Hope you’re doing OK x
