The quick medical update from the hospital front is that I've been struggling this weekend with an unknown infection that has resulted in high fevers, low blood pressure and high heart rate. Since I have no immune system at all, they covered me in antibiotics while running cultures to see if they can determine the exact cause of the infection to treat any more specifically. Nothing back yet, and it's very common to never know what it was. In this case, I think it's likely that the girls shared a little viral something with me before they went to the beach as Clara was running a quick fever yesterday, too. They have given me lots of Tylenol, covered me in ice packs, and I think after almost 48 hours, in just the last hour the fever has broken....and hopefully will stay that way. I've slept a huge proportion of the weekend in that fever-sleep state.
We're going to tighten up our visitors to a very small number and have those folks mask in public as much as they are able to reduce the chance of this maybe happening again. But it's not at all unusual for chemo patients to have a fever like this, so while the team was concerned they weren't panicked.
Enough of the boring. Let's have some views from the beach!
This is the news we all have hoped to hear tonight! Giving thanks.
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ReplyDeleteSo happy to hear your fever broke!! As much as you love being with folks, tightening up on those who come into your space is a terrific idea - now is the time you have to be extra guarded!!! May you sleep hard tonight!! Love you bunches.
ReplyDeleteLove little girls in swimsuits at the wonderful beach ! Smiling for you !
ReplyDeleteYou remain in my prayers, Chrissy. I know you miss your girls and mom but it is good for them to have that special time together. I hope you’ve seen the last of the fever and that the infection clears up. Stay strong and know you are loved!
ReplyDeleteSo glad your fever has broken! Even though the infections are common they’re a little scary. Take care, brave lady, and know we’re all praying for you. God bless Sweet Mama and all she’s doing!
ReplyDeletePrayers and much love- char and rick
ReplyDeleteI love all the pictures of the girls. Thanking God for answered prayer. Continuing in prayer for you and your family. God is good.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy your fever broke. I think you are wise to ask anyone who visits you to wear a mask when they are out and about. You just can’t take any chances right now. I love the photos of the girls at the beach. They look like they don’t have a care in the world! Sending love and prayers! Judith
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