Peter has an infection in his leg

[misdee]

they are not quite sure what it is, but think it may leads to ulcers if left untreated. at first they thought it may be a reaction to new meds, but the rash was there before. it has been there for about 4 weeks so not sure how far the infection has managed to get.

he has bad fluid retention and low sodium and potassium levels as well as low blood pressure. apparently with levels this low he shoudl've been passing out all over the place.

[Libb]

Oh toots, I did post you a joke on your other thread but it isnt funny even when you are in the best of moods!

I really hope things improve for you - hugs to you xxxx

[Janh]

Oh, lord, something else for you both to worry about - I am sorry, misdee - infections/ulcers often arise from varicose veins (which can also cause surface rashes) is this a possibility or have they ruled it out or can't it be helped anyway?

He must be so uncomfortable, poor love, is it silly to ask how he is otherwise?

[misdee]

its riased a smal smile.

feelingpants as i asked several times over the weekend when his foor started leaking fluid if i should call the GP out but he said no. i knew i should've done.

how bad is it for an infection to be present for over 4 weeks?

[marthamoo]

misdee, I'm so sorry he's going through all this.

[misdee]

doesnt appear to hasve varicose veins but have notices his veins are closer to the surface lately.

generally he feels pretty good, they cant understand how he is feeling ok when his body (inside and out)is in such a state.

[aloadoffishyballs]

[misdee]

is that you cod?

[misdee]

cant get to see him tomorrow as have driving lesson then dd1 sports day, and dsont know if can get there weds.

[jessicasmummy]

oh babe, im so sorry. THis is the last thing you need right now.

At least he is in the best place, getting the care he needs.

Thinking of you loads xxx

[misdee]

he woke up feeling very tender where his ICD is implanted, so i am wondering if it went off last night.

[zebraZ]

[Libb]

I don't want to sound like the Harbinger of Doom but could MRSA be a factor? just asking because my Dad has suffered after an op because of this.

I don't know your full story so please forgive me if I am out of turn xx

[misdee]

he gets swabbed regularly for MRSA, but its something i thought about as well. i am guessing they'll be checking for it again.

[Libb]

I am sure they will too - it is something they must be vigilant about xxx

Please take care of yourself, it is hard not to worry so I won't tell you not to - just do what you can to relax xxxx

[Chandra]

[hunkermunker]

Oh, sweetheart, I'm so sorry to hear this - I hope that he's not too uncomfortable and is much better very soon xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[RTKangaMummy]

oh dear

Sounds a bit like my dad he had cellulitus in his leg It is cleared up now

Is Peter able to have anti biotics as well as his other drugs for heart etc.?

[Fio2]

Poor Peter At least he is in the best place for care and they will get his leg better quite soon hopefully, I am thinking of you all xx

[anorak]

I hope it clears up quickly and he continues to feel okay, misdee. xx

[LGJ]

AW

Misdee


Hope things improve, I think about you a lot.


LGJ

[hub2dee]

Thinking of you guys, misdee.

[PollyLogos]

I often think of you and Peter, misdee. I do so hope that things start to improve soon PollyLogos (ex. GRMUM)

[bundle]

oh no