Charlottechicken Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Just seen more bad news on the telly Wishing everyone well who has this awful virus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 6, 2011 Author Share Posted January 6, 2011 Today's news wasn't good was it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 I've only just seen this thread. My brother has been in hospital with pneumonia so not had much time for the internet. I hope she improves. Thoughts and prayers are with her and her family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goosey Lucy Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Still thinking and sending positive thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sageandonion Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 Poor lady, wishing her well and everyone affected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodinparts Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 prayers for all those affected...it's very hard to watch and wait too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 The reason I only got Southampton was that I only checked on Hampshire - just to prove my mum wrong! But all those areas that do have it I hope it soon passes and that everybody is better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omletina Kyckling Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Still in my thoughts, hoping she's better soon. My mum's best friend's nephew died of swine flu just after Christmas (actually had a heart attack, but was in hospital with swine flu) and he was only 48, with no known underlying health problems. It's frightening how it can take hold. I have had the flu jab due to my immune system being compromised with my arthritis medication and I tried to get my brother to go and have the flu jab done and pay for it if need be, as this has really frightened me, when ordinarily healthy people are dying from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Still in my thoughts, hoping she's better soon. My mum's best friend's nephew died of swine flu just after Christmas (actually had a heart attack, but was in hospital with swine flu) and he was only 48, with no known underlying health problems. It's frightening how it can take hold. I have had the flu jab due to my immune system being compromised with my arthritis medication and I tried to get my brother to go and have the flu jab done and pay for it if need be, as this has really frightened me, when ordinarily healthy people are dying from it. That's so sad I wondered about my YD having the jab as she is on the same meds as you. Lesley; I keep hoping for good news. Sounds like L is a fighter and I really hope for the best for all of you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omletina Kyckling Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 That's so sad I wondered about my YD having the jab as she is on the same meds as you. Yes I would think it's wise. I get mine free as methotrexate is an immuno-supressant so she should too. Didn't want to take any chances with it. Btw, love your avatar, your cats tail says it all about its thoughts on the snow..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 Sorry to hear your news as well Omletina - it's frightening how quickly it is affecting otherwise healthy people. Slightly better news from L's husband this morning - she's really fighting this..... Well here we still are. 18 days in intensive care and L is still proving daily how strong she is despite everything that is being thrown at her. It's amazing to see all those (names removed - Lesley) genes in action! Unfortunately she now has pneumonia which is causing problems and has meant she has had to be resedated but the good news is that she is now off the dialysis machine and her kidneys seem to be starting to work again. We really are in for a long haul and thank you so much for all your kind wishes which I endeavour to make sure I pass on to her. Please keep everything crossed for her. N I was pleased to receive this hopeful message - I've had two more lots of bad news since Christmas now, my best friend from school's husband was killed in a road accident and my uncle in America is terminally ill and in hospital I've had enough of this year already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 I'm so sorry Lesley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 It's going to get better for you now Lesley. I have decided! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Sorry to read you sad news Omletina and Lesley Sending positive thoughts still to everyone affected and can I please ask for some for one of my DD's friends who is currently in a coma with meningitis and swine flu She's only 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Diane, Lesley and Anne - I'm so sorry to hear all your sad news . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Lots of prayers, hugs and thoughts to everyone that is going through such a tough time at the moment x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClaireG Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Likewise, my thoughts are prayers are with you all. There really are some horrible, horrible bugs about at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Hugs and thoughts for everyone with a sick loved one at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 7, 2011 Author Share Posted January 7, 2011 Anne - that's so sad......my thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaP Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Thinking of you all - hugs and positive vibes to everyone affected. Lisa P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 7, 2011 Share Posted January 7, 2011 Such bad news so early in the year. Still hoping for a good recovery for all those poorly people and strength for those of you supporting friends and family. x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted January 8, 2011 Share Posted January 8, 2011 Sorry to hear about all the bad news health-wise. That's encouraging about your friend, Lesley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 I thought you might like a further update...... Thanks again to everybody for all of your kind thoughts. L is still in intensive care and still has a long way to go but hopefully we are now on the road to recovery. She is no longer on the dialysis machine, her reliance on the ventilator is slowly decreasing and her sedation has decreased considerably. The pneumonia is still there but showing signs of being beaten by the antibiotics and she has another different chest infection but this, I am reliably told, is what intensive care is like! She continues to do an amazing job, I am so incredibly proud of her and all of the medical staff are astounded by her strength, tenacity and resilience. We aren't out of the woods yet but I think/hope/pray that through all those trees we are beginning to see beautiful green fields and open countryside. N So pleased that it's slightly better news each time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 I'm glad things are improving for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sageandonion Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 Do hope she will be on the mend now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
