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Here's to Your Health:  Jaw surgery, infection, now SEPSIS  |
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katiedid
True Blue Farmgirl
601 Posts
Kate
West Jordan
Utah
USA
601 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 26 2006 : 6:35:45 PM
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*UPDATE*
I haven't been around much lately, I have been really out of commission...big time. I had blood cultures come back positive...this means that the post-op infection I had in my jaw has spread to my blood stream....it is called sepsis, and can be quite serious.
Eldon has been doing a great job taking care of me, the kids, and the house. And on the weekends (he works for the power company and only works Fri, Sat and Sun) I have had my family, and especially my friends really help out. It has been so nice to be cared for by such loving people! I am truely blessed...
I want to say a big "FarmGirl Thanks" to all of you who have sent me kind words and well wishes....AND fun stuff in the mail..this has raised my spirits so much, and given me some great things to read!
Sooo, please keep me in your thoughts and prayers, it really helps. I *can* feel all of your positive energy, and it helps to keep me going...I will keep you all updated on my situation.
Love and light to you all
Kate
my new blog http/www.theknifemakerswife.wordpress.com |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Nov 26 2006 : 9:31:24 PM
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Oh, Kate!! I'm so sorry to hear that you've become so ill from your surger. Hopefully they will get that under control very soon. I will be praying for you. It's good to hear that you have people around you to help out. ((((((hugs)))))))
Love and Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Nov 26 2006 : 10:02:45 PM
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Oh Kate!! I hope you are feeling better really soon. It is comforting to know that Eldon is home to help you out and that you have family and friends there too. I will sure keep you in my prayers!! If you feel like a talk just call!!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
4439 Posts |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Nov 27 2006 : 03:51:02 AM
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Kate, what a rough time you're going through with that surgery and infection! I'm so sorry. You are in my prayers.
Love,
Ann
There is a Redeemer. |
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katie-ell
True Blue Farmgirl
1818 Posts
Katie
Illinois
1818 Posts |
Posted - Nov 27 2006 : 04:24:48 AM
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| Wow, Kate -- That's some serious complication. Glad you have such a good support network. I'll be praying for you. -- Katie |
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frannie
True Blue Farmgirl
2246 Posts
fran
bonham
texas
USA
2246 Posts |
Posted - Nov 27 2006 : 08:06:49 AM
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kate, glad to hear the update from you, i have wondered how you are doing.
i am so glad they caught this infection and that you are receiving treatment. i know you will be feeling yourself soon, butin the meantime be patient and keep resting.
i will continue to think of you and your farmily and have you in my prayers for a great recovery. please continue to keep us posted.
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
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~Tracey~
True Blue Farmgirl
351 Posts
Tracey
TN
USA
351 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2006 : 08:54:36 AM
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OMGoodness!!! So glad you have loving support all around you!! Saying many prayers for your healing!!!
Tracey,
mama to Callum 13, Katie 8, Wil 5.5, Benjamin 3 and Andrew 8 months!!
http://hansenhootenanny.blogspot.com/ |
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cmandle
True Blue Farmgirl
846 Posts
Catherine
Minneapolis
MN
846 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2006 : 12:26:54 PM
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HUGE FARMGIRL HUG FROM MINNESOTA! Oh Kate with a K, what a drag! I hope that you kick this thing soon. Tons of positive energy coming your way...tons.
love, catherine with a c
http://yogurtandgranola.blogspot.com |
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LadyCrystal
True Blue Farmgirl
593 Posts
Alicia
Rhode Island
USA
593 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2006 : 3:09:59 PM
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Oh Kate. I am sorry you are having such a hard time. I will keep you in my thought of a speedy recovery. HUGS,
Alicia
http://fromcitytocountrygirl.blogspot.com/
follow your dreams |
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Kelly43
True Blue Farmgirl
349 Posts
NJ
USA
349 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2006 : 4:38:46 PM
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Katie, you're in my prayers!! Hang in there. Am glad you have lots of support. Huge farmgirl hugs (((((( )))))))!!!!!!
Kel |
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
1262 Posts |
Posted - Nov 28 2006 : 8:24:52 PM
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Kate,
I'm so sorry to hear you are still not feeling well. Know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. Rest all you can Hun & let others take care of you right now! Prayers and hugs for a speedy recovery!
Rhonda
I'm a one girl revolution. |
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Nov 29 2006 : 07:49:08 AM
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well kate darlin' . i didn't know all this was happening to you. prayers going heavenward for a speedy recovery for you sweet friend. xoxo
True Friends, Frannie
CABIN CREEK FARM
KENTUCKY
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Libbie
Farmgirl Connection Cultivator
3579 Posts
Anne E.
Elsinore
Utah
USA
3579 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2006 : 5:35:43 PM
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Hi, there, Kate! I have been thinking about you a lot lately, and wondering how you are doing. This all sounds so yucky - and I'm sending you love and good, healing thoughts.
XOXO, Libbie
"Nothing is worth more than this day." - Goethe |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
3890 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2006 : 5:45:46 PM
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Oh gosh Kate! That's horrible! I hope that you get better soon! You are very fortunate to have such loving helpers around you. :) Take care.
Karin |
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_Rebecca_
True Blue Farmgirl
568 Posts
Rebecca
OK
USA
568 Posts |
Posted - Dec 02 2006 : 6:01:42 PM
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Kate,
I'm sorry about that. My husband had both jaws broken for orthodontic reasons about 8 years ago. I'm so very sorry that you are suffering from complications. Try not to feel down.
Sending good thoughts your way and prayers upwards,
.·:*¨¨* :·.Rebecca.·:*¨¨* :·.
Wife of Jonathan, Mother of Joel, Caitlyn, Elia, Nathanael |
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bramble
True Blue Farmgirl
2044 Posts
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Posted - Dec 05 2006 : 05:38:38 AM
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Kate- Somehow I missed seeing this update. Poor you! It is just not any fun to be down for this long (and at this time of year). Good to know you are being well taken care of and that you are taking it easy. Sometimes these pesky infections only respond to IV antibiotics, are you doing that at home? I hope you are feeling like your old self REAL soon! Big hugs and get well wishes!
with a happy heart |
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frannie
True Blue Farmgirl
2246 Posts
fran
bonham
texas
USA
2246 Posts |
Posted - Dec 05 2006 : 08:59:38 AM
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i was just checkin in to see if there has been in improvement in your condition with the iv treatment. i hope you are beginning to feel better. still thinking of you and sendin thoughts and prayers for your recovery.
love
fran
(http://farmfolks-frannie.blogspot.com/) |
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katiedid
True Blue Farmgirl
601 Posts
Kate
West Jordan
Utah
USA
601 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2006 : 6:08:44 PM
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*UPDATE* I was doing better, and my dentist decided he should go ahead and do some more work, It turns out I had two teeth that were abcessed and needed root canals. The general concensus was to go ahead and do that while I was still on IV antibiotic...SOOO...I had those done on Wednesday and Thursday last week. By early Sunday morning I was in excruciating pain...AGAIN...I went to the dentist this morning...SUPRISE...I have a pocket on infection (like a marble) in my jawbone...on the other side!!
Seriously, I am jinxed??
No, really, I think it is just that my immunesystem is supressed to begin with (related to my rheumatoid arthritis and meds I have taken for that...prednisone, methotrexate etc..) and after this major septic infection my body is just worn out!!
So, here we go again...round 3 with the IV....
Hey at least they didn't take the picc line out...it has been in for four weeks...and counting....
Thanks for all your Christmas cards and well wishes...REALLY...
You guys are so cool.
Love and light to you...
Kate
my new blog http/www.theknifemakerswife.wordpress.com |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2006 : 6:18:10 PM
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Oh Kate!! And you looked so good Saturday...I hope it didn't wear you out too much..it was so fun to meet up with you and the girls!!
You have just had the worst luck health wise the past couple of months..jeesh!!
Take it easy and get better!!!
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
http://www.auntjennysworld.blogspot.com/ visit my little online shop at www.auntjenny.etsy.com |
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katiedid
True Blue Farmgirl
601 Posts
Kate
West Jordan
Utah
USA
601 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2006 : 8:49:21 PM
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Jenny, I know! It felt sooo good to get out on Saturday, and I really didn't wear myself out at all....Amber did all the hard work! I don't know what is up with this stupid infection situation...I guess my endurance really is in the toilet, and having the other teeth worked on just flared everything up again!
I guess I can say, truely, all I want for Christmas is to feel better!
Kate
my new blog http/www.theknifemakerswife.wordpress.com |
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lamarguerite farm
True Blue Farmgirl
649 Posts
missy
Battle Ground
Wa
USA
649 Posts |
Posted - Dec 11 2006 : 9:10:29 PM
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Kate!! You poor thing! You must be exhuasted at this point. I keep checking in for updates on how you are doing and I'm definately praying for heeling!!
Blessings,
Missy
If you have a dream, even if you don't feel qualified to accomplish it, just try your hardest.-Maggie Jensen
http://18happyhens.blogspot.com
http://LamargueriteFarm.etsy.com |
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9094 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9094 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2006 : 06:07:00 AM
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kATE, Glad to see an update, sorry to hear that things were better then got worse again. I don't claim to be right here, but I can't think doing a root canal without first clearing up the infection would be a good idea. JUST HOPE THING GET BETTER FOR YOU REAL SOON!!
NANCY JO
www.Nancy-Jo.blogspot.com |
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Beemoosie
True Blue Farmgirl
2077 Posts
Bonnie
New York
USA
2077 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2006 : 06:12:18 AM
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Katie,
I've been thinking about you, glad to hear from you, sorry you are going through this AGAIN! You come through as having a great attitude and that is important! You know all your farmgirl friends are here for you!
XO
Bonnie
...she is far more precious than jewels and her value is far above rubies or pearls.
Prov 31:10
www.beequilting.blogspot.com |
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Phils Ann
True Blue Farmgirl
1095 Posts
Ann
Parsonsburg
Maryland
USA
1095 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2006 : 09:41:13 AM
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Kate, I've also been wondering how you're making out, and am sooo sorry this is not just going away! It can get wearying, can't it! You do sound like your attitude is good, but I'll be praying you're able to keep a peaceful heart as you get well.... and the well business happens soon!
Love,
Ann
There is a Redeemer. |
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abbasgurl
True Blue Farmgirl
1262 Posts
Rhonda
USA
1262 Posts |
Posted - Dec 12 2006 : 10:05:12 AM
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Kate, so glad to hear from you! You sure are a trooper! Hang in there girlie! We will keep praying for healing! ((Hugs))
Rhonda
I'm a one girl revolution. |
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Here's to Your Health: Jaw surgery, infection, now SEPSIS |
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Jaw surgery, infection, now SEPSIS
