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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) => Topic started by: Yvonne on May 10, 2008, 07:56:23 AM

Title: swollen arms and neck
Post by: Yvonne on May 10, 2008, 07:56:23 AM

Hi John's had his fistula for 3 weeks now, looks very swollen but when they checked it out last week they said it was fine.  John had a urine infection still has and now he is on his second lot of antibiotics.  I had to rush him to the local doctor on Friday as his arms have broke out in this nasty broken skin and they are swollen, also his neck is swollen. The local doctor said he might be allergic to the tablets so the have change them and now he is on another 10 day course. He is feeling very rough and is sleeping a lot.  He has an appointment with the renal clinic on Friday so I hope they will sort him out. Take care every one out there  Yvonne :guitar:

Title: Re: swollen arms and neck
Post by: okarol on May 10, 2008, 09:38:54 AM

Is it the infection or fluid retention? How are his labs? Poor John, give him my best!  :cuddle;

Title: Re: swollen arms and neck
Post by: paris on May 10, 2008, 11:17:27 AM

Yvonne, I am sorry that John keeps having so many problems.  I do hope they figure something out and he gets some relief from everything.  I'll keep saying prayers for John. :grouphug;

Title: Re: swollen arms and neck
Post by: monrein on May 10, 2008, 02:10:35 PM

Gosh Yvonne,  I'm so sorry John's having a rough go of it.  My thoughts are with both of you and I hope that things resolve themselves soon.

Title: Re: swollen arms and neck
Post by: Lori1851 on May 11, 2008, 09:32:41 AM

John,
Hope your feeling better soon!!!!
Lori/Indiana

Title: Re: swollen arms and neck
Post by: thegrammalady on May 11, 2008, 09:38:01 AM

when i had my last fistula surgery my entire arm was swollen for almost 2 months. but everyone is differend. hope things get themselves sorted out soon.

Title: Re: swollen arms and neck
Post by: kellyt on May 19, 2008, 01:30:15 PM

How's John doing?