Minor Emergency

While undergoing chemo, a fever of 100.5 is considered an emergency. The development of sepsis from an infection because of a compromised immune system is the fear. 

Kristi went to the ER at St Agnes last night because she developed a subcutaneous infection — presenting with an abscess and fever. Early this morning they decided to admit her for IV fluids/antibiotics. They will also be draining/removing the abscess. They have not yet determined if it will be a bedside procedure or operating room procedure. 

The good news: she is at the hospital and things seem to be under control at this point. She will probably be there for a couple days at least. 

I will send another update after she is discharged hopefully in a few days. 

*Update to the update — she’s on the afternoon OR schedule for a simple surgery to remove the abscess. 

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  1. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:48 AM

    🙏💘

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    1. AnonymousAugust 22, 2024 at 4:26 PM

      My prayers are with you and family. You have a very loving husband and your family that are taking good care of you. If I can help let me know.🙏🫶

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  2. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:52 AM

    🙏🙏🙏🙏

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  3. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:54 AM

    🙏🙏🙏♥️Aunt Mary

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  4. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:54 AM

    Oh my goodness. So sorry! Continued prayers!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:55 AM

    Sending more love and prayers Kristi's way for quick healing❤

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  6. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:56 AM

    Thanks for the update. Prayers are with Kristi and family. If there is anything I can do to help please feel free to let me know.

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  7. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 10:59 AM

    🙏🙏🙏

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  8. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 11:24 AM

    Sending prayers for you all. Peace in your minds bodies and spirits. You are surrounded by a love that is infinite.

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  9. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 1:07 PM

    Sending hugs and prayers

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  10. Alicia GuizarAugust 13, 2024 at 3:23 PM

    🫶🏼🙏🏼

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  11. AnonymousAugust 13, 2024 at 4:05 PM

    Praying and thank God they stay on top of all these issues. Love you and dearly pray for you both. 🙏

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  12. AnonymousAugust 14, 2024 at 10:10 AM

    Sending positive vibes and prayers for her healing a surgery recovery. 😌

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