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MemberHi April,
I work in microbiology and know a little about septicemia. Your mom must have had blood cultures drawn that are growing bacteria – ie. she has a bacterial infection that is in her bloodstream. If her leg is swollen and warm it’s possible that the infection originated there. They probably are also doing cultures on her leg, and it will probably show the same bacteria. If they don’t know what bacteria is growing yet they probably have her on a broad-spectrum antiobiotic and will monitor her fever. The organism identification and sensitivity results should be available within 24 hours of the cultures going ‘positive’ so the doctor’s will know if the antibiotic is fully effective.I hope your mom feels better soon April! Jody
MemberHi Kathy,
I’m so sorry that your dad is going through such a difficult time. You are a tremendous support for him and he is very lucky to have you. There’s a website that may be helpful.. http://www.GriefHelp.org
Thinking of you, JodyMemberThanks Suzanne and Kathy, I appreciate your advice!
JodyMemberHi Pam,
I agree with you completely!! You said it so well!
Thank you to all, JodyMemberHi BigVader,
I wish you well!! I’ll definately be cheering you on! Jody
MemberGlad your dad is in good spirits!! Good luck with the Vidaza. Jody
MemberSad,
Is there alot of fluid? What is the reason for not draining the fluid when it was ‘a go’ for Monday? …frustrating….if they are going to change their minds, you’d think they’d give details or reasons why. Is it possible to e-mail or speak to your dad’s hemo doc before his appointment….maybe he/she could get access to these results and explain what’s going on? Good luck! Jody
MemberJim,
Sorry about your mom…certainly not a nice way to start off the new year. I’m sure she finds comfort that you will be seeing her soon. This is a fabulous forum….you’ll find valuable information on treatments etc..and support from terrific people. JodyMemberso sorry about your dad…I hope he feels better soon. I can understand your confusion about the wbc’s. Can you ask his doctor? something isn’t adding up. thinking of you, Jody
MemberOh Lisa, so sorry to hear the terrible news. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Jody
MemberHi Margaret, I’m with Greg, hoping the news is positive. please keep us updated…and have a better New Year. Jody
MemberApril, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom’s heart attack. Hopefully her infection clears up soon and she’s well enough to go home. I wish you and your mom a better new year!
Thanks for keeping us updated. Take care, JodyMemberHi Edith,
My mom was also diagnosed with CMML in October…how are you feeling? Do you know the results of the cytogenetics testing? How do you find the wait times? We live in hamilton,ontario and are finding the wait times trying. We met with the hem. doctor in mid November and we were told they were going to set up an appointment with the bone marrow transplant team at McMaster University Medical Centre…but the appointment still hasn’t been set up and we are getting anxious. Her doctor was also setting up a meeting with local leukemia specialists to discuss her case,which is awesome, but still hasn’t happened.I just wish everything moved faster.
You will find many wonderful and supportive people on this website. I’m so sorry you have to fight this terrible disease. Take care, JodyMemberWooohooo!! Congratulations Carrie!! Keep us updated on your Dad and have a happy healthy New Year! Jody
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