Some of the test results have started to provide us with some answers. They have identified the bacteria in my blood as pseudomonas. We're hoping that the skin cultures come back with the same bacteria. The doctor believes that it will as it is consistent with pseudomonas.
I have already spent a few days on the "right" antibiotics and so, with God's help we'll be seeing improvement soon. I know that the pain is not as bad and I don't think that any new skin "lesions" have appeared. The echo cardiogram showed no heart valve damage, which can also be caused by pseudomonas.
I was able to take a shower today, which shows my strength is improving. It also makes me feel much better. They are sending in an ophthalmologist to check my eyes for fungus because they're looking a little weird. And I'm waiting for the physical therapist to start me with some light PT for the muscle weakness in my legs.
I didn't know whether or not to mention this, but...may as well. The doctor, very bluntly, said to me "you're a very lucky girl. If you hadn't been in the hospital already on Saturday morning, you'd be dead." It was very shocking to hear, but made me think about how truly blessed I am. That I was sent to the hospital on Wednesday night with abdominal pain and it saved my life. Also, the fact that Mom was here, at my bedside when the event occurred, even though I told her NOT to come. Illana, of course, told her to come.
I am so grateful for all of the positive thoughts and comments. I know that your prayers are being heard and there will never be a way for me to show my gratitude to all of you. Please keep me in your prayers. I know that God and my angels are looking out for me.
Wow. what a powerful post that was. Abdominal pain saved your life. How tremendous that you see the hand of G-d through everything. May He continue to work in His miraculous ways for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Susie
gam zu le tovah. everything happens for the best.
ReplyDeletehowever, as a practicing cardiologist for over 1/4 century, you "could have" (but not likely) survived an event like this outside the hospital.
Still davening for you 3X per day young lady.
E Horwitz
Fairfax, VA
Leah,
ReplyDeleteAhron Weiner here. Seems like only yesterday that you, David and I were drinking tequila shots at Abigails (or, was that bottles of wine at Mount Airy Lodge) - either way, it was a long time ago.
I had no idea you were going through this until a few days ago - quite wrapped up in my own stuff I suppose. Keith shared your blog link with me, and I'm awed by your positive outlook and humbled by open manner in which you share what you're going through. Damn inspirational.
I'm saying tehillim for you daily, and praying that you pull through this.
Not sure if you're up for visitors, but I'd love to come over at some point - I can share some pics of our new son Max (he's 6 weeks old - quite a dear).
Wishing you, David and the kids all the best.
With love
Ahron
Baruch Hashem they have identified the bacteria and you are on the correct medication.
ReplyDeleteThe other part, about Shabbos morning sometimes we forget that it is all in Hashem's hands. Since you are still here, Baruch Hashem, you were clearly meant to get past that awful experience. You are a very lucky girl, but for many reasons. You have a wonderful family and great friends. Your mom and Illana are amazing. Thank G-d they don't listen to you.
As for your friends, I can't get over the outpouring of love that I feel coming through this blog for you. You are truly a very special person.
With G-d's help you will be home very soon and get back to the business of healing. I am confident that this will happen quickly.
Getting 40 women together to bake Challah for Shabbos in someones name is a big zchus for many things, including a refuah shelaima. So you should know that this Shabbos 40 families will sit down to their Shabbos seuda and eat from Challah that was baked in your zchus.
I love you and will see you soon.
Shelly
It's not your time my Leah!!! You are loved by many and we all need you around. Your a strong lady and will pull thought this and anything that comes your way!
ReplyDeleteI miss and love you. My thoughts and prays are always with you. xoxoxox Lana :-D
Leah - after coming through the transplant, and what you just came through, you have to know that it's not your time. God has something special planned for you, just as he does me. He's not through with us yet, and you have to stay strong and get better for him. I am so glad you were there and that you are feeling a little better. Get rest, and continue to take it easy and get better. You continue to be in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteLove ya lots,
Marsha
Dear Leah
ReplyDeletebly neder I will make hafrashat challah for your refuah shlema (I use making challah for shabt)
love miriam and avner
guess were not eating Italian this sunday nite/
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Hi Leah, I'm glad I read the blog tonight from the top down so that I read you were doing better before reading about your Shabbos experience. Baruch Hashem you pulled through and are feeling better. As always, our prayers and thoughts are with you. I guess a visit will again have to wait. Hope you are home soon. As a side note - G-d bless your mother! Love, Alice & Harold
ReplyDeleteHello my friend, I was so glad to hear your voice for a few minutes it filled the cockles of my heart. Cockles what a funny word. Sort of like coca-la-veal. Inside joke to anyone that is reading this. So what is a pseudomona? I hope the medication will get rid of the bacteria that is causing the infection without anymore side effects. It is very good that will be getting some PT for your atrophy. Do you know how long you will be in the hospital? Can you have visitors? Do you need anything? May G-d bless your doctors and your nurses for saving you, because your angels need you so much. Especially me, I can't be without my sunshine. All my love Buford. xxxoooxxx
ReplyDeleteSo glad that at least they know what is happening and can treat you. As always you have our prayers and love ...keep fighting!!
ReplyDeleteLove Deb and family.
Moonie..Hope you are feeling better tonite. I am thinking of you and loving you so so much. You are never far from my thoughts....
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Leah, We're so happy to hear that they've identified something and that you were treated early on. You have "hashgachat pratit" and we will continue to say our tehillim and prayers to make sure that it continues.
ReplyDeleteToday I went to a shiur where we discussed "bitachon in Hashem". True bitachon is what we all need to strive for. Where we do what we must but do not worry about what will be or how something will be provided for. We rely on Hasehem for providing. I admire your bitachon and am inspired by you.
Keep it up! My best to you Mom,
Doba and family
Dear Leah
ReplyDeleteThinking about you and davening for you - thanks for the regards. Looking forward to continuous good news. Regards to your mom
Love, Chanie
Boker Tov!
ReplyDeleteYou surely keep us on our toes!
I hope you are continuing to improve with this antibiotics, and that you are starting to feel stronger.
We were all wondering how Judy was at your side, we thought she was in Florida, nothing like Ilana for some reason she always knows what the right thing is, to make sure mom was at your side when you needed her most!(Ilana keep up your great work)
Last night it was pouring here and ofcourse storming both the weather and the politics and Roy called me at 9:00 pm and said lets go now to daven for Leah at Kever Rachel, and sure enough we did.
Hoping that all our prayers from all over the world will continue protecting you and soon enough this will all be behind you!
Love, Zeldie
leah,
ReplyDeletei miss you so much.
i am praying for you and everyday i am here i feel my prayers are a little closer to reaching the big guy in the sky.
you scared the heck out of me (okay otherpeople are reading) but thank g-d that horrible pain, scenario etc... is over. i know i already said it but i do you miss you so much and will bring you back lots of love and prayers. (as long as ld keeps giving me the web address.) p.s. please check your regular email now and then.
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dearest leah,
ReplyDeletegary and i read your blog everyday and even though we get caught up in our own lives we pray for you each and every day. Keep up the strength you are indeed a survivor I am so proud of you.Looking forward to a visit when you are home and up to it.
Love aunt randie