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Intensive Care

My older sister, Rhonda, is hospitalized in ICU at St. Francis tonight. We had to call EMS twice yesterday, and the second time, at around 11:30pm, we had them transport her to the hospital. Her blood sugar was dangerously low, and in fact, when first found around 3pm, she was basically comatose. They are running a bunch of tests on her, but so far, they believe the medication she had been taking was totally wrong for her. She hasn't been to the doctor in at least 3 or 4 years, but her doctor in Oklahoma was still prescribing the same meds for her. This guy is obviously a quack. My doctor will not continue to prescribe medication without a visit to see him at least every 6 months. Anyway, Rhonda has an infection in her toe, and they believe the infection is also part of the reason they are having trouble regulating her blood sugar. Rhonda, we are praying for you!

And today's quote (Heather, the quotes are back!) is: "If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away." -- Henry David Thoreau

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jenny said…
So sorry to hear about Rhonda. She will be in my prayers, Linda. I hope she will recover soon! God bless!
Heather rules said…
Your sister is in my thoughts.
Jennifer Lynne said…
I'll be praying for your sister! Keep us updated.
Jennifer Lacy said…
prayers for your sister are coming from our family too!

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