Joanne Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Because the presenting issue was too severe. We went there to avoid abusing the ER. So.....we are in the ER with a grossly swollen, red inflamed leg with open wound. They are going to tell us it's cellulitis. I am guessing the reoccuring cellulitis is exacerbated by cardio vascular issues and the wound issue related to diabetes. His priamry care dr, whom I think I finally convinced DH to drop, never adequately pursued the issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrid Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Oh Joanne, just one more thing for you to deal with....I'm so sorry. Please know I'm thinking of you and sending healing thoughts your way. astrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Oh, I am so sorry. Please follow their instructions to the letter. And also get a bottle of tea tree oil at the health food store. Smear it all over that leg. (Tea tree oil has antibiotic properties but will not interfere with the antibiotics they give you.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Oh my gosh....I will continue to keep you in my prayers... It just has been one thing after the other for you....:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 :grouphug: I hope and pray he gets the treatment he needs asap! I pray y'all get some peace amidst the storms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoPlaceLikeHome Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherMayI Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Okay, enough already you guys. I am sorry but it does sound like the ER is the place to be right now. Let us know how it works out. Diabetes can be a problem but he may also have a staff infection roaming around as well. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 It just never ends for you. I'm sorry it's so intense right now, and so very, very sorry your dh is suffering. I pray he gets competent care and heals quickly. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan in SC Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I think you are in the right place! I hope you find a doctor that will help with this. Good luck! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Yikes, that is some scary stuff. I second the tea tree oil. Be very aggressive treating it. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I'm praying for you. I had cellulitus a few years back, in an IV site in my arm. I went to the doctor who told me that she would either give me a big shot of antibiotics to knock it down, or pills to take to cure it gradually. I chose the shot, and it stopped advancing, but 5 days later it had not subsided at all, either. I called back and asked when it was supposed to actually get better, and they said I should be seen immediately. Bottom line? The first doc had been wrong. She should have done BOTH the shot and the pills. I started taking the pills, and thankfully it cleared up. By the time I started them, though, there was a significant danger of them needing to dig out the infected areas surgically. Bottom line...talk to two doctors, arrange followup care, make sure you have asked them what to watch for to see whether it heals or not. Maybe push for an oxygen treatment--I have heard that that is becoming SOP for wounds in diabetics because of their circulation problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 I was hospitalized last year for cellulitis. I will pray for your husband, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Oh no, my thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joanne Posted January 6, 2010 Author Share Posted January 6, 2010 We are waiting for IV antibiotics. ER dr (who I remembered and liked from previous visit with asthmatic son) is referring us to an internal medicine dr and cardio-vascular specialist. The Internal med dr. can see us Thursday. He would admit us if I insisted, but (of **$#*$# course), DH doesn't want to. I am glad, however, this time we have referrals and concrete options for outpatient follow up. Another bonus is that DH's Human Resources for his former job doesn't have him listed as terminated yet, so we are still covered insurance wise. That explains the lack of Cobra paperwork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 :grouphug:Ugh. Just one more thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 do you have a Wound Care Center nearby? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 I'm so glad, Joanne! FYI, under current conditions, if he was involuntarily terminated, you only have to pay 35% of Cobra costs. It's still a lot but in our case, instead of $1400 or so it's only $488. It does help. Here's hoping they don't notify HR for a while! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Definitely seek wound care specialists in your area. My FIL had a wound this fall that they treated pretty simply with a pad containing silver, and some zinc oxide (diaper cream) all over his legs, then wrapped them tightly. The wound healed on it's own once we got the leg swelling under control. It's nothing to take lightly as I am quite certain you know. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 I'm so sorry, Joanne. Too much to handle all at once, but I'm sure the health issues are your biggest concern. I pray that he find a GOOD doctor and that he gets healing and his health issues turn around. I agree with Jean. Get the tea tree oil. It's WONDERFUL stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senorita Tuna Fish Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Most Gracious and Merciful Father, I come to you on behalf of Joann and her family. I know that all the things that you've placed in their lives that are really hard pale in comparison to the things that you kept and continue to keep from them. I come to you first saying thank you becase all of this heavy and hard "stuff" is not only on their plates to gro their character and stretch their faith but it's also there to prepare them for the awsome and unbelieveable blessings you have to come. You now all their needs dreams goals and even wants and only you know how to bless them in te exact way they need to be blessed. the health issues, the money and mortage issues, the custody and legal issues God just meet their need on every level in only the way you know how exceeding and abundantly!! Right now Lord in Jesus name I pray AMEN!! Don't know if you christian or if you even believe in God or what your faith beliefs are but I just wanted to pray for you on here after seeing yet another post about whats going on in your life. I hope it helps you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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