Hospital and apology

Hey, Virginia Board: First, please accept my apology for my recent crankiness on this board. I have been extremely ill, and have let it affect my relationship with the good, kind and caring people here. I am sorry, and hope that you will forgive me. I just got out of three days in the hospital. I have a thrush infection that goes from my mouth to my gut. That will be taken care of with prescriptions. They had to put a PICC line in so that I could get IV fluids, as I was dangerously dehydrated. My blood pressure on arrival was 74/35. They tried and tried, but couldn't get an IV in. I have severe ulcers, which they are going to continue to treat with medications. The gastro-gastric fistula is bigger, and they will operate on that endoscopicly (a new, experimental procedure) when the ulcers are better controlled. So, things have been better, but I feel like they have a handle on what's needed and a plan to get there. I am resting and talking with the doctor every day for now. Again, my apologies to those I offended. I wish I could take it back. elizabeth 359/241/160

Elizabeth, Sorry you've had such a rough go of it. I hope you get back to feeling like your old self soon. Keith

Elizabeth I am sorry to hear that things have been rough. It is good to know that your doctors have it all under control and you are on the road to being healed. Hope it is only rainbows from here on out. Courtney 6 weeks out - 35 lbs

We all have our bad days! I'm just glad you are on the road to recovery and have a great team of medical pros to help you get there So good to see you back here and look forward to more teamwork with ya! Happy Momma (Elizabeth)

Elizabeth, I am sorry about your being ill. We all have bad days and sometimes things come out wrong...I am glad that you realize that there are some very wonderful people out here. We all love each other and try to help. I hope you are feeling better soon and back on track. Hugs, betsy

Elizabeth, sorry you have been not feeling well. your in my prayers for a speedy recovery and feeling better soon. Hang in there it will get better. Hugs and God Bless...

Feel better! Hopefully they'll get everything under control and healed up for you soon. Take care! Kathy

Elizabeth, I am very sorry that you are having such a bad time right now. I truly hope things with you get better. Melissa

Elizabeth , I am so sorry that you are ill . We never know anyone's journey huh ? I know you said you where ill . But I guess when all this went down you did not know just how ill . No one wants to feel bad .. or feel hurt .. and I want to say from the bottom of my heart that we do support you .. and care about you .. I know that sounds strange as we have never met .. but we do .. Elizabeth .. I have met these people .. most of them anyway .. and there is not one in this bunch that would not come here and not be here for you .. We are all here for the same things .. to make friends .. support .. and encouragement .... I come back .. each and everyday .. I could not imagine life with out the VA boards .. Please take care of yourself .. keep us posted .. and if there is anything we can do for you please let us know . Hugs , Natalie

Elizabeth, I hope and pray that you will get better really fast. As I said to you the other day, this is a very loving and supporting group. Everyone has good days and not so good days, but there is enough love and understanding here for a lifetime Get better real soon Denise