Kzoo Posted September 22, 2021 Share #101 Posted September 22, 2021 4 minutes ago, MoseySusan said: Kidney infection? Thanks for the updates. Surrounding you both with prayers. This. Fluid not expelled via the kidneys, affects the legs. With some function, there can be a small amount of buildup in the legs without noticeable swelling. When the legs have difficulty with circulation (i.e. fluid buildup) there are micro muscles in the legs that kick in and pulsate in an attempt to improve circulation. Increased fluid in the legs can cause the muscles in the legs to work serious overtime, resulting in fatigue and falls/instability. I went through this with both parents multiple times. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted September 22, 2021 Share #102 Posted September 22, 2021 18 minutes ago, MoseySusan said: Kidney infection? Thanks for the updates. Surrounding you both with prayers. My dad gets pnuemonia and urinary tract infections and his symptons sound very similar. Lots of IV fluids and antibiotics should help I hope. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted September 22, 2021 Share #103 Posted September 22, 2021 3 minutes ago, jsharr said: hope This. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Airehead Posted September 22, 2021 Author Popular Post Share #104 Posted September 22, 2021 51 minutes ago, Kirby said: Did Tim's nurse win? Does this mean that they let you into the ER? If you are allowed in, do you have a power bank for your phone? I always found them useful when waiting at a hospital. They let me in for a short time. It was much appreciated. 40 minutes ago, Randomguy said: How are you holding up, Aire? Are you able to get any rest at all? Going to nap now 5 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AirwickWithCheese Posted September 22, 2021 Share #105 Posted September 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Airehead said: As an aside. I put Paulie in the wrong crate this morning so he let himself out. Then he let Ryan out. He did not let Lindy out. Next he opened the closet door and chewed on one shoe. He did not eat the mail on the table or anything really bad. I feel lucky. Lindy is pissed. Paulie is a punk 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted September 22, 2021 Share #106 Posted September 22, 2021 48 minutes ago, AirwickWithCheese said: Paulie is a punk But a lovable one! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 22, 2021 Author Share #107 Posted September 22, 2021 Just now, Kirby said: But a lovable one! Indeed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Airehead Posted September 22, 2021 Author Popular Post Share #108 Posted September 22, 2021 He has Legionella. This is what they just decided. Has not been near cooling towers in several years. Has not been in a big hotel with shared air conditioning. Has not been a pool, hot tub or fountain. They say it is not likely our well which tested excellent even before it ran through the uv just six months ago. Having it retested tomorrow. Now waiting for cardiologist and infectious disease doc to determine treatment b 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted September 22, 2021 Share #109 Posted September 22, 2021 Glad to hear that they have at least figured it out. Any prognosis or do you have to wait to talk to the doctors who will decide the treatment? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted September 22, 2021 Share #110 Posted September 22, 2021 I'm glad they're able to give you a diagnosis. Even if it's serious, at least they know what it is and can start treatment which is a very good step. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted September 22, 2021 Share #111 Posted September 22, 2021 10 minutes ago, Airehead said: He has Legionella. You can get it anywhere. One of the problems with the pandemic is that water fountains, etc. are not being flushed by regular use. You can get it anywhere. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikeguy Posted September 22, 2021 Share #112 Posted September 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Airehead said: They let me in for a short time. It was much appreciated. You need to bring one of the dogs... 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 22, 2021 Author Share #113 Posted September 22, 2021 7 minutes ago, Road Runner said: Glad to hear that they have at least figured it out. Any prognosis or do you have to wait to talk to the doctors who will decide the treatment? Infectious disease doc needs to talk to cardiologist. Then it sounds like IV antibiotics and he will be better. 2 minutes ago, Bikeguy said: You need to bring one of the dogs... Two of the three are volunteers at the hospital but COVID ban still on. J 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted September 22, 2021 Share #114 Posted September 22, 2021 I was reading an article on therapy dogs today and I don't think Ruby can be one because she is so hyper and somewhat untrained. Wow, that was unlucky to get that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted September 22, 2021 Share #115 Posted September 22, 2021 47 minutes ago, Road Runner said: Glad to hear that they have at least figured it out. yes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted September 22, 2021 Share #116 Posted September 22, 2021 I am glad they have a plan..let's hope things start to improve asap 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrapr ★ Posted September 22, 2021 Share #117 Posted September 22, 2021 Good to hear there is a plan. The IV antibiotics are the good stuff. Much, much mo bettah than OTC prayers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share #118 Posted September 23, 2021 27 minutes ago, Philander Seabury said: I was reading an article on therapy dogs today and I don't think Ruby can be one because she is so hyper and somewhat untrained. Wow, that was unlucky to get that. My dogs ate wild at home but the training and experience really made them great. Easier to teach a dog to calm than to try to peep up one. When I put on their therapy collar they get it. Airedales are good because they don’t shed and can fit near people too n 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted September 23, 2021 Share #119 Posted September 23, 2021 Good night, Aire. I hope you can get at least some rest tonight. We need you to take care of yourself too. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #120 Posted September 23, 2021 4 hours ago, Airehead said: He has Legionella. This is what they just decided. Has not been near cooling towers in several years. Has not been in a big hotel with shared air conditioning. Has not been a pool, hot tub or fountain. They say it is not likely our well which tested excellent even before it ran through the uv just six months ago. Having it retested tomorrow. Now waiting for cardiologist and infectious disease doc to determine treatment b Glad you have an answer. Possibly just aspirated some water that sat in a hose too long? Once they start the drugs, the turn around should start too! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Popular Post Share #121 Posted September 23, 2021 Major update. With help of PT and nurse, Einstein stood up and used a walker to take a few steps. 8 17 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #122 Posted September 23, 2021 8 minutes ago, Airehead said: Major update. With help of PT and nurse, Einstein stood up and used a walker to take a few steps. Great news, Aire. I hope progress is rapid. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted September 23, 2021 Share #123 Posted September 23, 2021 Wonderful update! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #124 Posted September 23, 2021 35 minutes ago, Airehead said: Major update. With help of PT and nurse, Einstein stood up and used a walker to take a few steps. Great to hear! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital_photog ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #125 Posted September 23, 2021 Great. Prayers for complete and rapid healing. Beretta sends puppy kisses. I hope they help. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted September 23, 2021 Share #126 Posted September 23, 2021 Can you score me some opioids while you're there? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share #127 Posted September 23, 2021 2 minutes ago, Digital_photog said: Great. Prayers for complete and rapid healing. Beretta sends puppy kisses. I hope they help. They help. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share #128 Posted September 23, 2021 1 minute ago, donkpow said: Can you score me some opioids while you're there? Tylenol or antibiotics take your pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted September 23, 2021 Share #129 Posted September 23, 2021 1 minute ago, Airehead said: Tylenol or antibiotics take your pick. Tsk, disappointing. Now I have to get my meds on the street. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted September 23, 2021 Share #130 Posted September 23, 2021 2 hours ago, Airehead said: Major update. With help of PT and nurse, Einstein stood up and used a walker to take a few steps. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted September 23, 2021 Share #131 Posted September 23, 2021 2 hours ago, Airehead said: Major update. With help of PT and nurse, Einstein stood up and used a walker to take a few steps. Yay! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted September 23, 2021 Share #132 Posted September 23, 2021 Antibiotics are a wonderful thing! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bikeguy Posted September 23, 2021 Share #133 Posted September 23, 2021 3 hours ago, donkpow said: Tsk, disappointing. Now I have to get my meds on the street. After my hospital stay back in 2016, I got some pain pills. So a week later when I visited the doc for a follow up meeting. He asked me if I needed more pain pills. I told him I only took 2 maybe 3, so I don't need any. This was the doc who has a 'strange' sense of humor. He tells me... "You can probably sell each pill for $20 on the street." 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilbur ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #134 Posted September 23, 2021 2 hours ago, Road Runner said: Antibiotics are a wonderful thing! When given properly they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoseySusan Posted September 23, 2021 Share #135 Posted September 23, 2021 Praise be the mercies, and the medical knowledge, and the heart for others! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsnip Totin Jack ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #136 Posted September 23, 2021 6 hours ago, donkpow said: Tsk, disappointing. Now I have to get my meds on the street. Miami Valley Medical Center will give you some if you ask nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allen ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #137 Posted September 23, 2021 Godspeed to an easy recovery. I just saw this. If there is anything I may do, don’t hesitate to ask. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomguy Posted September 23, 2021 Share #138 Posted September 23, 2021 When do you get to go home? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted September 23, 2021 Share #139 Posted September 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Old No. 7 said: Miami Valley Medical Center will give you some if you ask nice. If you could write me an Rx, that would be good. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Popular Post Share #140 Posted September 23, 2021 2 hours ago, Randomguy said: When do you get to go home? They said they would talk about it starting Saturday. He is supposed to go to the cardiac step down unit if they ever get a room. After the infection starts getting better they need to deal with the heart stuff it caused. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longjohn ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #141 Posted September 23, 2021 1 hour ago, donkpow said: If you could write me an Rx, that would be good. Thanks. That is Dr. Mickin’s department. He is the forum medical doctor. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted September 23, 2021 Share #142 Posted September 23, 2021 49 minutes ago, Airehead said: After the infection starts getting better they need to deal with the heart stuff it caused. Yours or his? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted September 23, 2021 Share #143 Posted September 23, 2021 Well, best of luck to Einstein. It seems the worst may have been avoided -- he's in the right place -- but you're not out of the woods yet. Here's to a speedy recovery. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share #144 Posted September 23, 2021 15 minutes ago, donkpow said: Yours or his? Yes 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Zacharia Posted September 23, 2021 Share #145 Posted September 23, 2021 3 minutes ago, Airehead said: Yes Why did Legionella impact his walking so severely? Just weakness, or something else? Glad he is walking now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 23, 2021 Author Share #146 Posted September 23, 2021 49 minutes ago, Prophet Zacharia said: Why did Legionella impact his walking so severely? Just weakness, or something else? Glad he is walking now! I think it is the high fever that impacted his ability to walk and his eye hand coordiantion 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted September 24, 2021 Share #147 Posted September 24, 2021 Hoping for more progress and good news today. Continued prayers for you both. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groupw Posted September 24, 2021 Share #148 Posted September 24, 2021 13 hours ago, Airehead said: I think it is the high fever that impacted his ability to walk and his eye hand coordiantion There is definitely a connection between fever and balance. My mom fell and passed out a few years ago when Dad was still alive. When they got her to the ER, she had a fever and was disoriented. As the fever dropped, she became lucid again, but it took a couple days for her to walk unaided. A couple different nurses have told me this is more common as people age. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Airehead Posted September 24, 2021 Author Popular Post Share #149 Posted September 24, 2021 Temp 101.5. Liver function out of whack but negative for hepatitis. Restless and wants to go home. I say good news. 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted September 24, 2021 Author Share #150 Posted September 24, 2021 3 minutes ago, groupw said: There is definitely a connection between fever and balance. My mom fell and passed out a few years ago when Dad was still alive. When they got her to the ER, she had a fever and was disoriented. As the fever dropped, she became lucid again, but it took a couple days for her to walk unaided. A couple different nurses have told me this is more common as people age. I believe this is what we are living right now. He is a bit disoriented again . This morning. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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