Seth,
I know things are tough right now but Michael and you will get through this. Just the littlest improvement is an improvement. Is Michael using a suction machine to help with the phlem? I know I had this in the hospital and this helped. I also had a huge sore on the side of my lip/mouth theat probably was the size of my thumbnail. I would hold a damp cloth to this sore to help.

While I couldn't talk I had to write down what I wanted. This was hard at times because I was so exhausted. Is there someone staying with Michael all the time to help convey his needs?

Be strong for Michael and we will be strong for you. your both will be in my prayers tonight.
Love
Terry