KOCHI: Doctors said that there is a slight improvement in the health condition of MLA Uma Thomas. They said that an X-ray of her lungs showed minor progress and that the infection could only be cleared through antibiotics, which would take time. The doctors were speaking to the media after the medical board meeting. Uma Thomas's son, Vishnu Thomas, was also present with the doctors.
Doctors' words
Uma Thomas has responded to our questions. When asked to move her legs, she complied. She smiled and opened her eyes. She responded to everything her son, Vishnu, asked. She cannot speak due to the tube in her mouth. When asked to grip tightly with her hand, she did so. This indicates that the brain damage is not severely critical.
The lung X-ray showed a slight improvement compared to yesterday. Initially, there were plans to perform a bronchoscopy today. However, after reviewing the X-ray, it was decided that it wasn’t necessary. Yesterday, a bronchoscopy was performed to remove clotted blood in the lungs. Some clotted blood still remains, which can only be addressed with antibiotics. This will take some time.
She remains on a ventilator. Although not in an extremely critical state, her condition is still serious. Only after 24 hours of being weaned off the ventilator can it be confirmed that she has passed the critical phase. Currently, measures are being taken to reduce and prevent further lung infections. Full consciousness has not yet been regained. She only opens her eyes when spoken to. Due to the infection, there is a high risk of pneumonia. Antibiotics are being administered to prevent it.