PrairieSong Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 My dear mil had a fever last week and had some tests run. They could not explain it but put her on an antibiotic. She went into the hospital day before yesterday and had been running a fever of almost 103 which they could not bring down. Running all kinds of tests but so far nothing conclusive. Some test results have not come back. This morning dh's sister called and said mil's fever shot up to 106 during the night and she is not very responsive. They still don't know why. They are planning to move her to a bigger hospital but I'm sure that depends now on how stable she is. Really, that is all I know for now. It is all very mysterious and frustrating. BUT...I have to say that she is the most loving, faith-filled mil I could have. TIA for your prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: I will pray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocelotmom Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Has she been tested for West Nile Virus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 (edited) Has she been tested for West Nile Virus? I wondered this, too. Also, I would ask for a test for Babesiosis. Both Babesia Microti and Babesia Duncani. Both can cause high fevers, but often get overlooked. Regular antibiotics wouldn't help. I know of several people who almost died before this was caught. It's often not on doc's radars, as sometimes people (docs) lump it in with malaria, and think of it as a tropical disease, rather than one that can be all over the US. ETA: I'm sorry. I overlooked the purpose of your post, which was to ask for prayer. If I overstepped in offering an idea, please excuse me. I'm sure your MIL has excellent care! Your MIL will be in my thoughts and prayers. Edited September 27, 2012 by Spryte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieSong Posted September 27, 2012 Author Share Posted September 27, 2012 She has been tested for West Nile virus, UTI infection, and a lot of things. Some tests have not come back, but everything that has come back so far is negative. They are moving her to a larger town, larger hospital, and we are going there very soon. Thank you for prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieSong Posted September 27, 2012 Author Share Posted September 27, 2012 I wondered this, too. Also, I would ask for a test for Babesiosis. Both Babesia Microti and Babesia Duncani. Both can cause high fevers, but often get overlooked. Regular antibiotics wouldn't help. I know of several people who almost died before this was caught. It's often not on doc's radars, as sometimes people (docs) lump it in with malaria, and think of it as a tropical disease, rather than one that can be all over the US. ETA: I'm sorry. I overlooked the purpose of your post, which was to ask for prayer. If I overstepped in offering an idea, please excuse me. I'm sure your MIL has excellent care! Your MIL will be in my thoughts and prayers. Oh no, it's fine!!! Thank you for your prayers AND your ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommy5 Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Praying... Have they checked her brain for infections? Dh works with a guy who's mom was in the hospital with blood work that was normal and a high fever, and it was not until they did some scan of her brain that they found the infection in there. It was very dangerous, but the docs were able to treat her and she is doing well now. It is hard when the docs seem to be stumped too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spryte Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Oh no, it's fine!!! Thank you for your prayers AND your ideas. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Praying for your MIL. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emzhengjiu Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Praying for your MIL. :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Praying for your MIL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 I'm sorry, FUO is extremely frustrating for doctors, patients, and their families. I'm glad to hear she is being transferred to a large medical center. She needs a team of doctors working on her, including an infectious disease specialist. Prayers that they will discover what's causing her illness. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oak Knoll Mom Posted September 27, 2012 Share Posted September 27, 2012 Praying. My dad's leukemia started with high unexplained fevers. Hoping something simple is found quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieSong Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 Thanks so much to everyone who has/is praying for my mil. We just returned from visiting her and will go back tomorrow. May stay overnight tomorrow, not sure. Her fever was around 103-104 and still no answers. I wrote a post from the hospital computer in the visitor's waiting room but don't see it here. Was having a hard time staying signed on. Anyway, mil had ovarian cancer four years ago which responded well to chemo and surgery. She has been in remission, but that is one thing they are checking as well. Her oncologist visited her in the hosp. this evening and he is also ordering tests. Praying that this mystery is solved and she can receive effective treatment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 I'll keep praying for her, Patty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oak Knoll Mom Posted September 28, 2012 Share Posted September 28, 2012 Anyway, mil had ovarian cancer four years ago which responded well to chemo and surgery. She has been in remission, but that is one thing they are checking as well. Her oncologist visited her in the hosp. this evening and he is also ordering tests. Have they looked into Myelodysplastic Syndrome? It is a blood disorder that can develop after chemotherapy. It's what Robin Roberts has as a result of her breast cancer treatment several years ago. I mentioned above that my dad's leukemia started out with high fevers. What I didn't mention is that his first diagnosis was Myelodysplastic Syndrome which then transitioned into leukemia. (He had never had chemotherapy--his Myelodysplastic Syndrome was spontaneous.) Please ask the doctors about this. I'll pray for her and your family. We've been there with weeks and weeks of unexplained illness and know how hard it is on the patient and family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieSong Posted September 28, 2012 Author Share Posted September 28, 2012 Have they looked into Myelodysplastic Syndrome? It is a blood disorder that can develop after chemotherapy. It's what Robin Roberts has as a result of her breast cancer treatment several years ago. I mentioned above that my dad's leukemia started out with high fevers. What I didn't mention is that his first diagnosis was Myelodysplastic Syndrome which then transitioned into leukemia. (He had never had chemotherapy--his Myelodysplastic Syndrome was spontaneous.) Please ask the doctors about this. I'll pray for her and your family. We've been there with weeks and weeks of unexplained illness and know how hard it is on the patient and family. Robin, I have never heard of this syndrome before but I will ask them about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommy5 Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 Just checking in to see if there was an update... How is she doing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonshineLearner Posted September 29, 2012 Share Posted September 29, 2012 Wow, very scary.... I'm really sorry... Hope something is found and it's ok...soon! :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 Just checking back for an update. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieSong Posted October 10, 2012 Author Share Posted October 10, 2012 I'm so sorry I never updated this thread. We were very busy driving back and forth to the city where she has been in the hospital. I don't take a laptop or i-pad with me when I travel. Thank you for caring enough to check back. I'm sad to report that my MIL's cancer returned. The update is here: http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/showthread.php?t=431600 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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