My father is in the hospital.

[GirlinContempt]

He's been sick since Saturday. His doctor said he has some sort of viral infection, but they can't seem to pinpoint what. There's a big concern that it's west nile, now that malaria has been ruled out.
He's incredibly ill, and today his hands and arms started going numb, and he was hospitalized. They still haven't figured out what's wrong with him, but 5 days and he still isn't feeling any better.
I'm so worried about him. He already has high blood pressure, and drinks too much. It's very very scary, especially considering statistics about men in his shape and serious viral infections.

I don't know what i'd do without my dad. I'm just really upset. And scared.

[AirmensMom]

1. Sending healing vibes for your dad.

:hug: :grouphug: I hope he gets well soon.

[GirlinContempt]

2. Thank you.

[ghostsofgiants]

3. Eeeep!

:(

If you need to talk, you know where to find me. :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

11. Thanks, sweetheart

You light up my life :hug:

[NewWaveChick1981]

4. Sending good thoughts your way!

I hope your dad recovers quickly. :hug: And I hope your anxiety eases soon. It's no fun being worried about a loved one, especially a parent. :hug: :pals:

[GirlinContempt]

12. Thank you very much

[Redstone]

5. Hang in there, kiddo. We're all rooting for your dad.

Redstone

[GirlinContempt]

13. I appreciate the kind words, Redstone.

[ismnotwasm]

6. I'm sorry to hear about this...

I hope for a speedy recovery!

[GirlinContempt]

15. I do too

thank you

[Haole Girl]

7. Hope your father gets well soon!

My co-worker's father got West Nile. It was difficult for him, being older, but he did survive it (he lives in Illinois). We've already had 5 confirmed cases in Dallas, TX this summer and they are spraying now. Anyway, I hope he feels better soon. :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

16. That's encouraging

thanks :) We've had some deaths hereabout from it and it's very scary

[joneschick]

8. all the best thoughts, vibes, prayers coming your way.

do whatever you can for your family right now and be sure to keep us posted. :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

17. Sadly, right now

there's nothing I can do, which makes me feel worse. Mum is at the hospital with Dad, but I can't go because he's in for tests and they may isolate him. Till something changes, I'm stuck here, worrying.

[joneschick]

30. how about some big cosmic hugs for mom while she waits

:grouphug:
It's so hard waiting and unable to do anything at all. Can you do something for your mom at home that would be good for her and give you something worthwhile do with yourself? :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

35. I don't live at home

:\

[swag]

9. Very bad news. I'm sorry to hear about this.

Hoping for good outcomes.

[GirlinContempt]

18. Thanks

[Gormy Cuss]

10. Here's hoping the docs figure it out soon.

It's very scary when you have no clue what is causing the problem. Best wishes for his speedy recovery.

[GirlinContempt]

19. Yeah, scary indeed.

Thanks

[Sugar Smack]

14. I wish I could be there to hold your hand.

To be standing beside your dad while he's lying in a hospital bed. Well, I can't imagine how hard it is. I know how much my dad means to me. I know you're worried. Listen, sometimes it seems to take a while before everything stabilizes again. I'm not a doctor, but if it helps you feel calmer, my aunt at one point could barely move or speak. It did take some time, 2 weeks, before she was out of bed and on her feet again.

I'm going to be sending you good thoughts, and your dad too. :hug: A big hug, and love from me.

[GirlinContempt]

20. Thanks sugar

:hug: you're a doll

[Sugar Smack]

21. Thanks. You are too.

I know the frustration right now because there's a woman close to my family who's been ill for 2 weeks, only recently feeling better. The doctors are still trying to figure that out. It makes you want to go look at the Merck Manual yourself, for that matter.

We'll try to distract you when you need it, and we'll always be here to listen. :hug: :hug:

[NewJeffCT]

22. I'm sorry about your Dad

I hope they figure it out soon & gets well.

My thoughts will be with you.

[GirlinContempt]

25. Thanks man

[City Lights]

23. Sending good wishes your way.

Hope he's feeling better soon. :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

26. Thank you

[CaliforniaPeggy]

24. My dear GirlinContempt.......

My heart hurts for you, and your dad......

I sure hope that they figure out what's wrong, and how to fix it.......

All my best hopes and wishes are with you now........

You know we've got your back, sweetie!

:loveya:

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

27. Thanks peggy

[bigwillq]

28. Sending good vibes Dad's way.

Hope he recovers. :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

36. Thanks

[MsKandice01]

29. You guys will be in my thoughts

Please keep us updated!

[GirlinContempt]

37. Thank you, I will.

[jpgray]

31. Yikes. My best wishes and thoughts are with your dad

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

38. Thanks man

:hug:

[bridgit]

32. viral infections are nothing to take lightly, i know that you will...

but see that he stays on regimen, if he's anything like hubby you'll be 'persuading' him to do just that...good vibes to Dad ~ :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

39. thanks bridgit

[Starbucks Anarchist]

33. Good vibes for your dad and your family.

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

40. Much appreciated

[rockymountaindem]

34. Best wishes

I hope everything gets better for all of you :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

41. Merci

[arwalden]

42. So Sorry To Hear The Troubling News...

... I know it's hard not to be worried. Sometimes the toughest part is the not knowing and wondering what's goign to happen. Sorry you're having to go through it. --- It sure sounds like he's got one nasty bug there... but I'm hoping that his recovery is speedy and that by this time next week, he's back at home and things have settled down for you.

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

44. thanks, arwalden. I really hope

he is back to normal next week :hug: I need my daddy. I feel like I'm 5 years old again.

[sundog]

43. take care gic

:hug:

sending good thoughts your way

[GirlinContempt]

45. thank you, sundog

:hug:

[Kajsa]

46. I'm sending positive vibes

and good thoughts for your dad.

Hang in there, we are all rooting for your dad
to pull through this.

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

49. thanks

[Zomby Woof]

47. Sorry to hear that

I do not like to hear of anyone whose parents are having health problems. Hope he sees this through...

[GirlinContempt]

50. Thanks

[Darth_Kitten]

48. (((hug))))))

I hope they can figure out what's wrong with your dad. I'm sorry you are so scared and hope for the best. :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

51. He's right near you!

Send him a smile :hug: thanks

[Darth_Kitten]

76. St. B ?

My dad was there a few months ago, they seem to have good people working there. :)

Here's some good cheer! :D

[Katina]

52. best wishes

hang in there. He will need your strength to get better.

[GirlinContempt]

57. Thanks

[Pale Blue Dot]

53. I'm sending good vibes your way.

Good luck with this. I wish I cared as much about my (perfectly healthy) dad as you obviously care about yours.

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

58. Gracias, finnfan

[SeattleGirl]

54. Best wishes for your father, GiC

:hug:

Also, check your PM in just a minute.

[GirlinContempt]

59. I'll check it seattlegirl

:hug:

[NNadir]

55. I hope he gets well soon.

[GirlinContempt]

60. Thank you.

[lavenderdiva]

56. Your dad will be in my thoughts and prayers...

for a speedy recovery. I hope the Doctors will be able to pinpoint just what is the matter, and treat it accordingly. Sending you lots of hugs in the meantime: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

61. I appreciate that.

:)

[bicentennial_baby]

62. OMG, sweetie!!!

:hug: :hug: :hug: I've been there too many times...talk to me...I'm just a pm away... :hug:

[GirlinContempt]

63. Thanks hon

:hug:

[RandomKoolzip]

64. Aw jeez. You got a lot on your plate right now, dontcha?

:hug:

My best wishes to your dad, GiC. Dealing with parental health issues is never easy, especially when there's substance abuse issues involved, too. I hope his condition improves and that his burden (and yours) gets a little lighter.

I really wish I was there right now so that I could give you a hug and an actual ear to chew on.

In the meantime, chin up. It's gonna be okay. :hi:

[GirlinContempt]

66. Honey

Don't do that, you just made me cry again. I'm a sobbing little girly girl when it comes to my dad. And when it comes to total sweeties like you.

:hug:
Thank you. I intend to chew your ear soon.

[ScreamingMeemie]

65. Oh no...

:hug: Try not to be scared even though it's difficult. DU vibes work when it comes to the Daddy Department. I'm sending all of mine to you.

[GirlinContempt]

67. Thanks so much Mrs.G

:hug:

[u4ic]

68. Oh, GiC, I'm so sorry

I wish him all the best in overcoming whatever is ailing him. :hug:

[liberaltrucker]

69. Prayers for your Dad..and you

Here's a big :hug:

[pitohui]

70. sending all good vibes

it may well be west nile, i had a very similar neurological symptom -- numbness in the arms -- if this is the case, don't give up hope, a FULL recovery is very possible and honestly even LIKELY -- for a comparison point i have low blood pressure and i also drink -- i don't see blood pressure/drinking as having any relevance, of course i'm not a doctor, but i'm just not seeing the relevance of worrying about his lifestyle which has nothing to do with -- in any case odds are greatly in his favor

another cool thing, once he's had it, he can't get it again, so he can get back to being outdoors and doing his thing w. no worries, as a birder this was a VERY big deal for me

:hug:

[benny05]

71. Good Thoughts for you and your dad

Being scared is normal. Just have to presume the best for him...which I will try to do with you and others here.

[Nicole]

72. I hope your father is well soon

Good thoughts for his health to improve & your fears to be eased. :pals:

[RFKHumphreyObama]

73. My thoughts, prayers, best wishes and positive vibes to your father

and indeed to your whole family. My very best wishes for a speedy, complete and comprehensive recovery and that he starts feeling better as soon as possible :hug:

[Richardo]

74. Sorry to hear that, GiC - hope he recovers soon.

:hug:

[xchrom]

75. you and your dad are in my thoughts --

i hope all goes just as well as it can.

you must be very,very worried --

healing vibes coming your way.

please take care.

[supernova]

77. Good thoughts for your dad

GiC. :hug:

[HEyHEY]

78. Jeez, are you okay?

[GirlinContempt]

82. Yeah, as ok as I can be

[LaraMN]

79. Oh, Sweetie! Tons of hugs and good vibes!

My Dad is probably the person who has loved me most unconditionally in my life, and I adore and worry about him, too. I can only imagine how much you're stressing. I hope you have definitive and positive news VERY soon! PM or IM, if you want to talk; I'll be on and off the 'puter, today.

[terrya]

80. I'm so sorry to hear that, GiC.

My thoughts and best wishes to your Dad.

:hug:

[UrbScotty]

81. Thoughts and vibes!

:hug:

[GirlinContempt]

83. Thank you so much to everyone. Nothing is new as of yet

but I really appreciate the support and kind words from all of you.

[Haole Girl]

84. Thanks for keeping us posted.

I was just thinking about you!

[grannylib]

85. I'll be thinking about and praying for you and your dad, and all who love

him...
Will also pray that the doctors can figure this out and treat it appropriately.
I know how scary these situations can be...hubby survived flesh-eating bacteria a couple of years ago, and it was hellish...

Love and peace to you and yours...
:hug:

[WCGreen]

86. Having been on the IV side of this situation....

Just be there for him...

That helped me immensely....

To see familiar faces and the touch of a family member...

I know I don't have to tell you that...

[Guava Jelly]

87. All my good vibes your way.

It's never over until it's over.
Try not to dwell on the worst case scenario .
:hug:

[benny05]

88. Blessings to you

Sorry to hear about your dad.. I would feel the same way about my mom, 75 years old and spry.

[fudge stripe cookays]

89. Aw sweetie, I'm so sorry.

My best wishes to Dad-in-Contempt. I lost my dad when I was 13, so I feel for you.

[dolo amber]

90. Oh no!

:(

Please keep us updated, and you hang in there. :hug:

[devilgrrl]

91. Sending good vibes to your father.

I hope he feels better. :hug:

[RetroLounge]

92. May he get better and be home soon

hugs and prayers winding their way north...

:hug:

RL

[jus_the_facts]

93. Stand strong and give him all your support.....

....sendin' healin' vibes his way and strength to you. :hug:

[GoddessOfGuinness]

94. How's he doing today?

Keeping you both in my thoughts...
Sending good vibes~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

[GirlinContempt]

96. Was out, back in

I burst into tears talking to him because he sounds so terrible.

[GoddessOfGuinness]

98. I'm sorry, hon...

:hug: It's awful watching loved ones suffer and not be able to do anything. :hug:

What are the doctors saying?

[mtowngman]

95. So sorry, hope he's better soon

thoughts and prayers for a quick recovery for him and peace of mind for you.

[tuvor]

97. Prayers and good wishes, GirlinContempt.

Take care, all of you.