Mom just can't seem to get a break at the moment - on top of the pain she has been coping with from intestinal adhesion's - last night she had to go to the ER for a painful rash she has on one side - from her back around to the front of her ribs - it turns out she has Shingles. Please - if you are 55 and older make sure you get the Shingles vaccine (you can get it any pharmacy along with your flue shot). Mom asked about it last year at Walgreens in Arkansas and they told her she had to above 55 (which turns out to be a falsehood as anyone above 50 can get it) Sadly both Mom and Dad were planning on getting it next week when she they went for their flue shot but fate had other plans.
Thursday, October 1, 2015
A timely reminder
Mom just can't seem to get a break at the moment - on top of the pain she has been coping with from intestinal adhesion's - last night she had to go to the ER for a painful rash she has on one side - from her back around to the front of her ribs - it turns out she has Shingles. Please - if you are 55 and older make sure you get the Shingles vaccine (you can get it any pharmacy along with your flue shot). Mom asked about it last year at Walgreens in Arkansas and they told her she had to above 55 (which turns out to be a falsehood as anyone above 50 can get it) Sadly both Mom and Dad were planning on getting it next week when she they went for their flue shot but fate had other plans.
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Take care of Mom guys.
ReplyDeleteSherman & Gemini
Paw Ssss, If we get up your way we will visit you too.
Hari OM
ReplyDeleteBummer... POTP at work for mum... hugs and wags, YAM-aunty xxx
Oh dear, I knew it was Shingles before you even said it. It can be so painful. Your poor mom. I sure hope she gets to feeling better soon.
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Oh my sweet friends. Sending you MAJOR hogs and snout kisses. Shingles are so painful. Our neighbor had it not too long ago. You want to hug them but you don't want to cause more pain. I hope this subsides soon for you. XOXO - Bacon
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry to hear about your momma, please give her a heartfelt hug from all of us and thank her for her always kind words to us. We hope you get to feeling better real soon. stella rose and momma
ReplyDeleteMom had shingles last year but didn't have the pain. Sending lots of hugs and good vibes your way
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Lily & Edward
Sending lots of hugs to you. Mom had shingles last year but not real pain
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Lily & Edward
Take good care of Mom guys.
ReplyDeleteOh no! Our Dad got the shingles last November. He still has pain from it. Be sure to take all of your medications for it. We hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteWe have heard that shingles is VERY painful. Lots of POTP and healing vibes and AireZen is heading your way, Reilly and Denny's mom!
ReplyDeleteLove ya lots♥
Mitch and Molly
We are sending tons of POTP for your Mama to feel better soon....
ReplyDeleteHugs and Snuggles!
Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo
You two make beautiful nurses. Your poor mom, We are so very sorry that she is having so many problems. Will keep Bree in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteBentley
I am sad you can't go to the event this weekend, your Mom would have enjoyed seeing all the doggies. But you two will have to stay home and take care of her. I hope she feels better soon!
ReplyDeleteAT least your mom has excellent nursing care...
ReplyDeleteRuby and Otto
Oh No, Sending Golden Healing Thoughts to your mom. For sure you guys will be caring for her. Golden Woofs
ReplyDeleteOh no! That sounds awful. Glad I got my shot last year. Hope your mom feels better soon! Take good care of her, Nursey Dogs
ReplyDeleteOh Poor mom. We are sending tons of POTP for her. Our dad had shingles - twice -but mile compared to others and he has since gotten the vaccine. Mom still needs to get it
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Mr Bailey, Hazel & Mabel
Holy crap! I'm so sorry to hears this!! Ma would gets one, butts she's never had the chicken pox! I hopes your Moms feels better real soon guys...I thinks she has a hand up with you two takin' care of her! Sendin' lots of POTP and healin' vibes and tons of AireZens!!
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Ruby ♥
Oh nose poor Mom! Sending you lots of luffs and hugs and healing licks kisses
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Princess Leah xxx
Oh hope mom feels better soon!! Xxoo
ReplyDeleteOh nose we are putting our paws together for your Mom. Hope she gets rid of those nasty shingles soon!!
ReplyDeletexoxo, Ginger, Matt & Matilda
Oh dear, we are so sorry to hear this. We hope your Mom caught them early enough for the meds they can prescribe to slow them down so they won't be so painful and long lasting. Many hugs and prayers headed her way.
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Our thoughts are with your poor suffering mom! Shingles is very serious and should not be taken lightly, although our dog dad Brad's mom got it and she gets the shot. We will be missing you guys and your mom during Walk Your Dog Week. Love Dolly
ReplyDeleteYour poor, poor mom. Take good care of her. POTP.
ReplyDeleteOh no! Shingles is so painful. Jeff had it several years ago.
ReplyDeleteYour mom certainly has the best medical staff on hand at home though.
Sending power of the paw!
Bless your heart. As soon as I read rash on back to the front, I was afraid it would be shingles. I didn't realize that you could get a vaccine above 50, I thought it was older. I will be asking my doctor about getting one. My Mom has suffered from shingles for years. It is wicked. Feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteMy momma had shingles when she wuz 10 - it wuz no fun at all.
ReplyDeletePoor Mom. She needs a South Sea Island vacation! I have had shingles too. They are miserable!
ReplyDeleteHope Mom's luck turns soon!
That is awful! We hear it is real painful!
ReplyDeleteWe hope your Mom feels better soon!
ReplyDeleteMonty and Harlow
Oh, your poor mom!!!! Our mom had a friend in Korea who got Shingles and she said she was just miserable! We're glad your mom went to the hospital - we hope they were able to give her some relief there!
ReplyDeleteCammie!
Our grandma has shingles too. It looks very painful.
ReplyDeleteoh God you poor thing! i hear it is AWFUL! I had my shingles shot last year. Please feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteDakotasDen
Thats horrible. Im sor sorry you are having a tough time. I hope it gets better.
ReplyDeleteYour poor momma can't get a break! We will keep our paws crossed that she feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteSending your mum some power of the paw for a quick recovery :) Milo & Jet
ReplyDeleteIt must be really bad. We're sorry that your mom is in such pain. With treatment and a bit of luck, we're hopeful that she'll be up and out soon.
ReplyDeleteWhen Lee had both of her parents alive the retirement home where Lee's Dad was had almost everyone there have Shingles. Lee's doctor advised her to get the shot even though she was under the age. They say you cannot catch shingles it comes from the dormant measles virus in your body but we have seen to many people in close contact get shingles. So sorry we know you hurt.
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Sweet William The Scot