Breakfast in Benidorm, Supper in Hospital

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Hi EVERYONE, Well, we had to get an earlier flight home because I was feeling terrible about theSaturday night of our second week! I stayed in bed Sunday but bey Monday, I just wanted to go home! We tried to get a flight for the Monday but the first direct flight from Alicante to Glasgow was Thursday!

We got home about 7ish from the airport and at 8pm, I was on phone to NHS24. After holding on for 50 mins I got through to a person enjoying asked loads of questions. After about an hour or more, they said someone from Out of Hours Service would call. Another hour went by, OOH phoned back saying to go to A&E. I felt as if I had just wasted two and a half hours.

Our son took me and when we walked in, it looked like someone had advertised they were giving away £50 notes! Busy or what!

Got there just before 11pm, finally saw doctor at ;07.30. The triage nurse got files mixed up seemingly! Got to ward 20.15. Had supper in hospital

Friday, Saturday Sunday they were trying to get pain under control. My left leg was so swollen I couldn't get anything to put on my feet, they were so swollen. From my hip to my toes were swollen, red, burning, extremely paianful. There were 4 in the ward The patients and staff were terrific!

Sunday night transferred to different ward!, in the older part of the hospital, it is a madhouse!! Very noisy ward, phones constantly ringing buzzers constantly buzzing at night people shouting, nurses shouting down the length of the ward which is very large but separated into smaller groups but the centre goes from one end to other! I have to get an ultrasound (I hope today) looking for DVT. If that show's nothing they will do a full body scan, either MRI or PET scan of whole body to check for cancer! I don't know when that will be though. Just have to wait and see. No point in worrying! I don't do what ifs!! Will keep in touch! Love to all!

Ulls over 2 years ago in reply to Lucy Locket

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anndanv over 2 years ago in reply to Shadders

Hi Jac, Yes it is possible they have stopped the worst of Covid. I have had a very sore throat, tongue & head. My husband had it a lot worst with a terrible cough, sore throat and flu like symptoms and I'm assuming it's because he hasn't had the Antivials. To be honest, I hadn't heard of them until now and when Chelle asked if I had access to them!

Still can't sleep for the pain in my leg. It looks and feels red raw at this time of the night and it burns like the devil!

Love Annette x

Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery, Today is a Gift!!!

Shadders over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

That sounds very painful Annette! Are they treating it with antibiotics?
Jac x

Salis over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

Hi Annette,

I hope that they can help with the pain in your leg, it sounds very frustrating and horrid. Best wishes for your scan and blood results

Sarah

anndanv over 2 years ago in reply to Shadders

Hi Jac and everyone. UPDATE 16/3

I have had IV strong antibiotics followed by tablets but the Cellulitis won't budge! The main problem is very low blood count. Iron tablets haven't made any difference & aren't the horrible to take! The Consultant here is at a loss and has contacted Oncology, Dermatology and finally the Prof at the liver clinic. He told me a while ago when he diagnosed Cirrhosis of the Liver due to the cancer drugs that the count was 76 when I first went then came down to 74. He said we won't worry until it drops to 70! Today it was 68! Docs here were looking for blood leaking, couldn't find one so contacted him for advice. He is in a different part of same hospital. In his opinion ( that I trust) he advised a blood transfusion tonight to stop it dropping any more. Liver keeps everything in working order. Makes cells & bone marrow, keep kidneys working ( mine are not, hence excessive swelling on legs & feet. He seems to think everything is due to failing liver & once we get that on right track, everything else will fall into line. I will then need to go for iron injections every three months or so!

End of this saga coming shortly......I hope! Love to ALL

Love Annette x

Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery, Today is a Gift!!!

Salis over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

I hope that the blood transfusion sets you on the right path. Big hugs xxx

Sarah

anndanv over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

Not for the faint hearted. Please don't look if you are squeamish!,

The other leg is very similar and both swollen from groin to toes.

Sorry not a pretty site! Sorry!

Love Annette x

Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery, Today is a Gift!!!

backkite over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

I'd rub cream on your legs with pleasure, you can trust me!

It sounds like they have a plan, we love a plan as you know.

Best wishes.

Pet1968 over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

Oh Annette that looks very painful...i hope after the blood given it may get better?? Will take i while i think. Sending hugs and love Pet

Ulls over 2 years ago in reply to anndanv

Ho good heavens, my dear Annette, what a horrible time your having, I hope with all my heart the the blood transfusion goes well, and repairs your liver.

Very big hugs to you, ️️️