Ok. Stats

Start 256lbs

Sw 236 (5/12/15)

Cw 178

I've been in the hospital for 2 days npw. I am having severe sensitivity to light, stiff neck and pain, occasional vomiting, totally grumpy (3 days ago, now better mood). When I got here they thought sepsis but it was ruled out by blood work. Chest xray shows pneumonia for sure. (I didn't have a couch or any symptoms so it was a shock). Urine test showed UTI. Immediately started antibiotics for both they said it could kinda explain the extra symptoms so it was my choice whether to do a spinal tap for meningitis. Being that it's a life threatening disease and I have small children, I opted to do it. They poked 4 times then held me over night for radiology to use xray to find the spot. Results show low level meningitis.

The CDC Dr was called. He's not sure what it is because the numbers are so low. So they stopped the antibiotics for it to "see" if it developes more. Kinda Guinea Pig me. I'm in quarantine. I have a final exam tomorrow (I'm studying for just in case I can go)

Has anyone else had anything similar? Pneumonia? Meningitis is rare but maybe? Something else with similar symptoms?

I haven't been able to eat, although I'm keeping hydrated. Pain us being managed but not getting better.

Thanks everyone

Wow, what dedication on your part! I'm know it sucks not having a true diagnosis yet, but in cases like yours we always treat everything it could be, and then start working backwards in terms of ruling stuff out. *hugs*

Wow, what dedication on your part! I'm know it sucks not having a true diagnosis yet, but in cases like yours we always treat everything it could be, and then start working backwards in terms of ruling stuff out. *hugs*

I love that philosophy! Do no harm, treat worst case scenario and then use all factors to figure out what's going on. And that's what they are doing. I personally just do better when I understand why things are happening. I understand why the process is going the way it is bit am worried we aren't nailing down a diagnosis yet. Time will tell. Test is over and a little more relaxed.

I was supposed to take my children on vacation beforentals my masters program starts next Thursday and that's causing some bummed feelings. But health is more important and we can find something fun locally later maybe.

@ onesleevedmamma hope your feeling better and all is resolved soon how very determined of you to take your exam that says a lot about your ability to push thru if possible best of luck to you!

Thank you! We do what we must. It was a must

I am so sorry you don't have answers but glad your pneumonia is better.

I hope you get good news tomorrow and an A on your exam.

Happy Birthday! It is going to be a great year.

Thank you! It's going to be an Awesome year! For you too

Happy birthday!!!

Happy birthday!!!

Thank you!

Sending my prayers. My hats off to you ... pure dedication. I hope they resolve this and you get those babies on a wonderful vacation! Good Luck in your Masters Program!

Well, there'should been no vacation. I'm still in the hospital. I took my final exam in here (she faxed it to my nurse) They still aren't 100% sure on anything except the pneumonia. They were going to release me but my pulse has been 36-40 all day so I'm being held for observation . I get an echocardiogram in the morning and we'll see...

Thanks for the well wishes everybody

Edited September 7, 201510 yr by onesleevedmamma

The exam part to your ordeal is nothing short of amazing. Great Job! So sorrry about the vaca.. however I have a feeling you will make that up! Your situation sounds so strange, but at least for now you are holding stable. I do hope and pray you get through this fully and soon!

The exam part to your ordeal is nothing short of amazing. Great Job! So sorrry about the vaca.. however I have a feeling you will make that up! Your situation sounds so strange, but at least for now you are holding stable. I do hope and pray you get through this fully and soon!

Thank you! It's pretty odd to me as well. They are trying to get my heart rate above 60 but it keeps dropping. On a good note, grades were posted today and I got a 98% on the test I took in here and an overall 95%in the class. So I passed all 3 prerequisites with flying colors and as long as I get out by Thurs, I can walk in orientation with my head held high!

Woo Hoooooo!!!! Great work! I'm crossing my fingers for you!

Edited September 7, 201510 yr by Phyllis Purvis

Congrats on your great grades! I hope the professionals can find the answer and deliver the proper treatments to you.