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  • socallisa
    socallisa Member Posts: 10,184

    My son is a family Practice MD. Scary time.

  • Yogatyme
    Yogatyme Member Posts: 1,793

    No doubt, Lisa

  • aussie-cat
    aussie-cat Member Posts: 5,502

    Lisa, I'm sorry it's a scary time.

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Cathy, I am doing better but I have a hacking cough and my sinuses need to drain and they are not. But in general I feel better. Your house will be so exciting when you can move in.

    Lisa, I can only imagine how scary. With the lack of PPE seemingly all over where the hotspots are I just hope that is remedied soon.

    One of our pastors was diagnosed with the virus and pneumonia in serious condition on Tues. and he died on Sunday. His son who is also a pastor at our church and his whole family were living with his parents so they are all exposed. Such a very sad situation as loved ones can't be with their family when they are dying with the lockdowns everywhere. Now friends can't be with the family in their grief because they are in quarantine. I do have hope that we will all get through this. Our countries and world will be forever changed I am sure. We will be more prepared for this type of thing in the future hopefully.

  • peregrinelady
    peregrinelady Member Posts: 416
    Sorry to jump in here, but bandwoman, are you on antibiotics? Sinus infections can become very serious if not treated and do not go away on their own, usually. Perhaps you can call your dr. and a prescription can be called in for you. I am concerned for you.
  • aussie-cat
    aussie-cat Member Posts: 5,502

    Nancy, I'm glad you're doing better but I'm sorry you're still feeling unwell. I pray that you get better soon and you feel at peace. I'm so sorry that one of your pastors was diagnosed with the virus and pneumonia and he died and the rest of his family are at risk. That's so sad. Sending you hugs and comfort.

  • socallisa
    socallisa Member Posts: 10,184

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  • aussie-cat
    aussie-cat Member Posts: 5,502

    Very pretty, Lisa.

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Peregrin, Yes I finished a ten day course of antibiotics on Mar. 17 but I don't really think it totally knocked it out. I am feeling better and taking temp eveyday. My normal temp is way under normal so no doctor will believe I have fever when it is really elevated. Yes, I know sinus infections can go into the brain. I have had sinus surgery many years ago and I hope I am not headed in that direction again. Thanks for reaching out.

    Thanks Cathy. I am doing better but I still have symptoms that don't seem to go away. Yes, this was a big loss for our church.

    Lisa, if that flower was upright I would think it was a lotus flower. What is it?

  • peregrinelady
    peregrinelady Member Posts: 416
    Glad that you have had antibiotics, bandwoman. Sounds like you may need another course if it doesn’t clear up. I have a friend that ended up in the emergency room with a sinus infection, so just checking. Take care.
  • socallisa
    socallisa Member Posts: 10,184

    NANCY, epiphylium

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Thanks Peregrin.

    Thanks Lisa. It is beautiful.

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895


    This is my most beautiful orchid in full bloom now with many flowers.


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  • socallisa
    socallisa Member Posts: 10,184

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    This afternoon walk.

  • Yogatyme
    Yogatyme Member Posts: 1,793

    Lisa, once again, unbelievably beautiful.

    Nancy, glad you are some better and it does sound like maybe another round of antibiotics is in order. When I had a sinus infection my doc scared me by saying sinuses are too close to the brain to not take very seriously. Maybe your doc could just call in another Rx. Take good care

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    I'm going to share some pics from the past that will be intended for some stress relief.

    Thank you for your concern. I will take it all to heart and see how I feel in the next few days.


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  • kathindc
    kathindc Member Posts: 1,667

    Nancy, I second Yogatyme's suggestion. I had a tooth abscess that two rounds of antibiotics did not touch. Was told if the third round of a stronger antibiotic didn't work I would be admitted to the hospital for IV antibiotics as the infection can cross the brain barrier. You don’twant to wait too long between prescriptions.

  • aussie-cat
    aussie-cat Member Posts: 5,502

    Nancy, that's a lovely orchid and what a peaceful fountain. I'm enjoying your photos.

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Thanks Cathy.

    I want to let you know that I contacted my primary doctor and was able to get a phone office visit with him this afternoon. I am now on a different antibiotic and nasal spray and really hoping this will knock out the sinus infection. He did not think it was Coronavirus but said we don't know that for sure but he is thinking it is still just a sinus infection. I would really like to feel good again. I started feeling like I was getting sick at the end of Feb. This has been a loooooooooooooooong haul. That you all for your concern.

    Nancy

  • aussie-cat
    aussie-cat Member Posts: 5,502

    Nancy, I'm glad you got to talk to your doctor and you've got a new antibiotic treatment. I'm sorry you've been feeling unwell for so long and I pray you feel good again soon!

  • Yogatyme
    Yogatyme Member Posts: 1,793

    Nancy, so glad you talked w doc and have a new Rx!! Fingers crossed this knocks it out!

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Thanks Cathy and Yoga. I had hoped to have some outdoor time driving through our Arboretum and staying in the car but.................they just announced today that they are closing for the month. I was actually surprised they were still open for hiking trails but no indoor things. I hope I can take advantage of this indoor time and do some decluttering and throwing out stuff but just haven't felt like that lately. I am really hoping this antibiotic will do the job once and for all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • peregrinelady
    peregrinelady Member Posts: 416
    Glad to hear it. Hope you are feeling better soon!
  • kathindc
    kathindc Member Posts: 1,667

    Nancy, hope this antibiotic does the trick. I’m glad you called and may you feel like yourself again real soon.

  • socallisa
    socallisa Member Posts: 10,184

    image

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Thanks Peregrin and Kath. I think it is only a five day course which is much less cumbersome that the 10 day course which really didn't do the job. So hopefully I will know soon how it is working.

    Lisa, that is a very calming photo. Love it.

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Let's take a virtual hike.


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  • Yogatyme
    Yogatyme Member Posts: 1,793

    Oh, Nancy!!! Love that photo! So peaceful.

    Lisa, you are offering peacefulness too!

    Thanks ladies

  • aussie-cat
    aussie-cat Member Posts: 5,502

    Lisa and Nancy, those photos are lovely and peaceful!

  • bandwoman1234
    bandwoman1234 Member Posts: 5,895

    Thanks Yoga and Cathy. I'll have to search for more images like that. I just heard on TV a few nights ago that watching pictures of nature does have a proven calming affect on us.

    Have a good weekend ladies.

    Nancy

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