#near-drowning is one of my favourite whump scenarios

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near-drowning is such a good whump trope, not just on its own but also for what comes after

convulsive coughing or vomiting water after being pulled out

violent shivering and/or hypothermia (or concern about potential hypothermia)

bruised or cracked ribs from CPR

rapid breathing and heart-rate for hours afterwards, even if their body is tired and achy

Exhaustion and chest pain - they're limp, lethargic, but still needy for touch and comfort

Chest infections settling in their lungs from the cold and the dirty water they inhaled

Lingering trauma about the event- nightmares of sinking, panic attacks in darkness, nervousness around water, claustrophobia

#PLEASE ADD MORE IF YOU THINK OF THEM I BEG YOU #near-drowning is one of my favourite whump scenarios #especially falling through the ice #whump #hurt/comfort #whumblr #sickblr