Keep me posted.Yeah, but I don't think that was it, otherwise why did they transfer him to a "better" hospital? Hopefully, I can find out something after 8:00.
Have to run to the PO to mail some boots to a grandson.
be back soon.
Keep me posted.Yeah, but I don't think that was it, otherwise why did they transfer him to a "better" hospital? Hopefully, I can find out something after 8:00.
Yeah, but I don't think that was it, otherwise why did they transfer him to a "better" hospital? Hopefully, I can find out something after 8:00.
Oh no Lannie!! I'm so sorry to read this. I hope they find out what is wrong and quickly and that Rich is on his way to being well and back home soon!I didn't do the mayo grilled cheese last night. Rich spiked a NASTY high fever yesterday afternoon, and it topped out at 104, so I called an ambulance. Of course, it took an hour to get here, and by that time he was a little better, but he still went to the hospital to get checked out. I haven't heard anything yet, so I don't know what could possibly have caused that, and the EMTs didn't know, either. He passed a kidney stone early yesterday, and they said sometimes that will cause a fever, but 104???? That's way too high. Nothing else seemed to be wrong, other than he was tired yesterday, I don't know where the hell the fever came from. Anyway, I'll let you guys know as soon as I hear anything.
Sometimes, especially if it takes a while to pass a stone, an infection can develop "behind" the stone, which can then spread "upwards" towards the kidney. If that happens, very high fevers are not uncommon. I don't know what kind of capabilities the VA has in comparison to a "better" hospital in Rapid City, but it might be to have specialists available if the VA is only minimally staffed. Regardless, at least they recognize he needs care and they're making the effort to assure he gets it. A fever of 104 in an adult is not to be trifled with.
OMG Lannie! Poor Rich.I didn't do the mayo grilled cheese last night. Rich spiked a NASTY high fever yesterday afternoon, and it topped out at 104, so I called an ambulance. Of course, it took an hour to get here, and by that time he was a little better, but he still went to the hospital to get checked out. I haven't heard anything yet, so I don't know what could possibly have caused that, and the EMTs didn't know, either. He passed a kidney stone early yesterday, and they said sometimes that will cause a fever, but 104???? That's way too high. Nothing else seemed to be wrong, other than he was tired yesterday, I don't know where the hell the fever came from. Anyway, I'll let you guys know as soon as I hear anything.
True. Living around mostly military people I see many of them getting transferred out to other hospitals. It happens quite frequently and the important thing is, he's getting the care he needs.Sometimes, especially if it takes a while to pass a stone, an infection can develop "behind" the stone, which can then spread "upwards" towards the kidney. If that happens, very high fevers are not uncommon. I don't know what kind of capabilities the VA has in comparison to a "better" hospital in Rapid City, but it might be to have specialists available if the VA is only minimally staffed. Regardless, at least they recognize he needs care and they're making the effort to assure he gets it. A fever of 104 in an adult is not to be trifled with.
Lannie, how far away is Rapid City from you? Is it within a travel distance you can see him but not be that far from the farm?
He's up now and does feel better. He'll be along shortly.
Hang in the sweetie.It's pretty far - 110 miles each way, but I don't have a license. I'd maybe risk driving to Sturgis or Faith (no cops or traffic), but Rapid City is full of crazy people AND cops, so I don't want to drive there. Besides, although I've been driving for 43 years, I've never driven Rich's monster truck so it's unfamiliar to me. If it was something I was more comfortable with, I'd risk the trip to Rapid. The neighbor that took him in last night said he'd go get him when the hospital cut him loose, so he has a way home if the VA can't do something about a ride. They have those DAV vans that run around giving rides to disabled vets, but last I heard they don't come out this far. I think if Rich made a stink about it, they might, but he won't. He's a good boy and just does what he's told. Anyway, if he can't find a ride somehow, the neighbor can go get him and bring him back if need be, so he won't be stranded.
I still haven't heard anything. I guess no news is good news, eh?
Thoughts and prayers are with you both.It's pretty far - 110 miles each way, but I don't have a license. I'd maybe risk driving to Sturgis or Faith (no cops or traffic), but Rapid City is full of crazy people AND cops, so I don't want to drive there. Besides, although I've been driving for 43 years, I've never driven Rich's monster truck so it's unfamiliar to me. If it was something I was more comfortable with, I'd risk the trip to Rapid. The neighbor that took him in last night said he'd go get him when the hospital cut him loose, so he has a way home if the VA can't do something about a ride. They have those DAV vans that run around giving rides to disabled vets, but last I heard they don't come out this far. I think if Rich made a stink about it, they might, but he won't. He's a good boy and just does what he's told. Anyway, if he can't find a ride somehow, the neighbor can go get him and bring him back if need be, so he won't be stranded.
I still haven't heard anything. I guess no news is good news, eh?
Hey Whiskey. Draco's in the hospital so all well wishes are appreciated.Hi Ghosts & Gouls, Hows it goin in here?
(((Atcha)))Hey Whiskey. Draco's in the hospital so all well wishes are appreciated.
They're running tests on him I'm sure and Lannie's waiting to hear an update. He had a very high fever but he's in good hands.(((Atcha)))
Oh I thought he was home and feeling better, me is worried now...
Wish I could be thereThey're running tests on him I'm sure and Lannie's waiting to hear an update. He had a very high fever but he's in good hands.
You and me both! I'm sure he will be feeling much better soon.Wish I could be there
He better be or I'm going to have to go down and chainsaw some wood for the fire.......Hmmm, probably end up in the bed next to him xYou and me both! I'm sure he will be feeling much better soon.
He better be or I'm going to have to go down and chainsaw some wood for the fire.......Hmmm, probably end up in the bed next to him x
He better be or I'm going to have to go down and chainsaw some wood for the fire.......Hmmm, probably end up in the bed next to him x
30 oz. as in ALMOST TWO POUNDS? Geez, that musta hurt!
Well, I just now heard from Rich's nurse, and the only reason she called me was to let me know that Rich dropped his glasses on the floor, then reached over to pick them up, and fell on his head. Oy. Luckily, he has a hard head. They checked him out and he's fine, but they're gonna run another scan on him in the morning just to make sure his brains are all still where they're supposed to be. In the meantime, they put an alarm on him that dings when he tries to get out of bed. (Rixy, you're DEFINITELY our son!)
So while I had the nurse on the phone I asked about the fever and what the heck was going on with the rest of the problems, and she said he has some sort of really massive infection. His white blood cell count is way high, and he was still running a 102 degree temp this afternoon, however, now it down to 99. They ran virus swabs and ruled out cold/flu and common viral infections, so now they're doing a culture on his blood to find out what's in there. It kinda sounds like he's going to be in there for a couple more days, but I'd rather he was there where the docs and medicines and machines are if there's another problem.
OK, I gotta run and go shut the chicken coop door - it's dark out now - and then I guess I'm going to kick back and relax now that I know WHAT the problem is with Rich and that it's not likely to kill him. Whew! What a relief.
First thing you do when you get back is torment me and Lannie about Chinese food??? Soooooo glad you're home. Missed you oodles!Emily says ello, going to order Chinese food now, missed it lol
Good advice. Glad the chaff fire didn't get any worse.So anyway, my point is this same scenario could apply to vaping. Just because you've never had an issue, don't get lazy and complacent about battery safety, the way I did about coffee roasting safety.
(((((((((((Lannie))))))))))) If I had the funds, I'd be there with ya sweetie!! Or with Rich, whichever would give you the most peace. Definitely keep calling, and I know you will and be the squeaky wheel for him. Did his nurse call you back when she came back from lunch? You can request a call from his Doctor which I would definitely do if you haven't already! Just let them know why you can't be there, you don't drive, and have farm animals that have to be cared for several times a day. He should see to it under those circumstances that someone updates you, preferably himself at least once a day! I'm not surprised about the antibiotics. A fever that high means infection somewhere and it's first line defense until they find out what kind and where it is. Not even worried about the move so much, since so many VAs have had much reduced funding. I am a bit concerned that the new doc doesn't have the head CT yet. He needs to just do a new one if the VA don't get off their butt and send it. Since there's been no head trauma, I expect it's due to the highness of the fever, just as a precaution, but for that reason someone needs to light a fire under the VA. Do you know if they've done a lumbar puncture? (spinal tap)? Definitely keep us posted. Prayers already gone up, and much love to you!!I didn't do the mayo grilled cheese last night. Rich spiked a NASTY high fever yesterday afternoon, and it topped out at 104, so I called an ambulance. Of course, it took an hour to get here, and by that time he was a little better, but he still went to the hospital to get checked out. I haven't heard anything yet, so I don't know what could possibly have caused that, and the EMTs didn't know, either. He passed a kidney stone early yesterday, and they said sometimes that will cause a fever, but 104???? That's way too high. Nothing else seemed to be wrong, other than he was tired yesterday, I don't know where the hell the fever came from. Anyway, I'll let you guys know as soon as I hear anything.
30 oz. as in ALMOST TWO POUNDS? Geez, that musta hurt!
Well, I just now heard from Rich's nurse, and the only reason she called me was to let me know that Rich dropped his glasses on the floor, then reached over to pick them up, and fell on his head. Oy. Luckily, he has a hard head. They checked him out and he's fine, but they're gonna run another scan on him in the morning just to make sure his brains are all still where they're supposed to be. In the meantime, they put an alarm on him that dings when he tries to get out of bed. (Rixy, you're DEFINITELY our son!)
So while I had the nurse on the phone I asked about the fever and what the heck was going on with the rest of the problems, and she said he has some sort of really massive infection. His white blood cell count is way high, and he was still running a 102 degree temp this afternoon, however, now it down to 99. They ran virus swabs and ruled out cold/flu and common viral infections, so now they're doing a culture on his blood to find out what's in there. It kinda sounds like he's going to be in there for a couple more days, but I'd rather he was there where the docs and medicines and machines are if there's another problem.
OK, I gotta run and go shut the chicken coop door - it's dark out now - and then I guess I'm going to kick back and relax now that I know WHAT the problem is with Rich and that it's not likely to kill him. Whew! What a relief.
Hi Eskie, yeah we get sales here too, I'll probably get a Aromamizer Supreme 4ml version and run some vertical coils in it, I tried a Spanish guys and wow, verticals in that tank work really well, I really want one for my Triade.......I have always loved that mod and even more so now.Rixy, welcome back to you and Emily! Ah, a Triade 250 for travel. I like the black elephant. I want one of those backs for mine as well. I've been having great fun with my Therion 133. I didn't get the baby beast with my Alien, so just topping it with a Super tank instead. Now come the Halloween sales in the US. Do you have sales there for Halloween as well?
First thing you do when you get back is torment me and Lannie about Chinese food??? Soooooo glad you're home. Missed you oodles!
Now there is a question I get asked a lot.Morning all! Lannie, hope you get some good news on Rich today.
Rixy, do you think there's much of an advantage of the Aromamizer over the Boreas?
Welcome back Rixy and Emily!
Now there is a question I get asked a lot.
Boreas has a slightly bigger deck.
Aromamizer has a separate juice control which I prefer. Close juice control, vape for a bit, put in your pocket, no leaking.
Aromamizer was said to have horrible airflow compared to the Boreas, it doesn't, it's the Aromamizer drip tip, replace it and your good to go.
I like the fact I can replace the glass and the chimney section to get a lower profile tank (4ml) or use the taller one (7ml) That's only with the limited edition one or you'll have to buy two separate versions.
Postless deck is a big plus, you can fit 4mm I'D coils in.
They are very simular tanks though.
Is it worth getting one, that's up to you, they vape pretty much the same but I do love the 4ml version of the Aromamizer a lot, it has great flavor too.
I guess it you want a smaller tank with the 4ml version and separate juice control then yes. If you have a Boreas and are thinking of getting the 7ml version then probably not worth it.
In saying that I have always loved the Supreme, it's a tank I keep going back too, it's always in my rotation where the Boreas I don't like to take out with me and the OBS Engine has kind of replaced it full time.
That gunmetal 4ml version should pair really well with the Triade, that's the main reason I bought it. The OBS in black pairs so well with the Hex Ohm V3 with the polished Hex symbol and the OBS mini looks great on the Q class. My TFV8 is on the Smoant Knight V2 and my original 7ml black Supreme is on my Efusion duo. I am not the kind of person that swaps out different tanks for different mods. I marry them together and if I buy a new tank, you can bet a new mod follows. That's just me though lol
I tried calling Rich earlier, but the hospital moved him, so I was ringing the wrong phone, and when I tried to call back again to get the nurse's desk, I got disconnected. AGAIN. I hope these people are better at medicine than they are at phones. They suck at phones. I was getting pretty ANGRY again, so I decided to wait until later, when I'd cooled off some, to try again.
As it turned out, I didn't have to, Rich just called me and he sounds fine. He wants to go home, but his temp is still 99 (this is a mystery) and they want to do some stress tests on him later this morning to check out his heart and lung function. He said he'd call me after that and let me know what's going on then. Luckily, he took his little emergi-phone with him (a Wal-Mart cheapie he uses on shopping days in case of emergency) because the hospital doesn't allow long distance calls. But, he didn't take his charger, so he can only call me as long as his battery lasts (I have no idea how long that might be).
I wish I knew what the hell was causing this fever. Better yet, I wish the damn HOSPITAL knew what was causing it. They should be able to figure this out.
OK, gotta go feed the dogs and re-wick some tanks. My juices are starting to taste bland... I need FLAVORS!
Who wants to see our pumpkin we did today, it took me ages but it's awesome if I do say so myself.
Even I was shocked at how it turned out
Wow! GREAT JOB! That is so cool!