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Intensive Care (ICU) | Last Active: Aug 27 5:38am | Replies (17)
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@snapper8182

Hello. I knew that I had pneumonia because I have struggled with it before, however I kept getting sicker and told my wife I was going to the hospital. After running some tests I was told I had to be transferred to a different hospital so an ambulance took me to LaCrosse and I was admitted to the ICU there. Was in the hospital for five days and I must say its the sickest I have ever been. Much better now however still struggling with weakness and shortness of breath. I am very active so I hope this improves. Its been aprox 2 months since this whole ordeal began and I don't wish septis on anyone. Would love to know some recovery time of others. I also realize this could have been much worse, from what I understand over 50 per cent dont make it out of the hospital.

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Jul 30 3:45pm

Wow, that had to be really frightening for you! I’m glad you’re feeling so much better but considering the toll it took on your body it may be a slow recovery period. I know from experience with another illness that it’s tough to keep active people down! We don’t have the patience for a ‘slow recovery’. LOL. But slow and stead wins the race sometimes. It’s ok to take naps between periods of activity. Pushing doesn’t always net benefits.

I know there are other members who have gone through similar with Sepsis, whether from pneumonia or other events. So read through some of the discussion links I provided. There are more by typing in Sepsis in the top search bar. Don’t hesitate to tag a member by typing in their @name or simply by clicking the blue reply button in a reply that you’d like to comment on. That member will be notified.
I hope you continue to improve steadily. If you went to LaCrosse you’re in my home state of Wisconsin. Yikes, it’s a hot one right now so I’m sure that’s adding to the shortness of breath. Stay cool!
What does your doctor suggest for the shortness of breath. Have there been any pulmonary function tests for you?

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