I said doc it's only a scratch
 

Hello Pace and cap friends

I am back, I had to spend 2.5 days in the hospital,
What started as an itch on my forearm turned into an emergency room
than 2.5 days in a hospital bed.

My whole life I have heard the warning... Don't scratch !! you will get an infection, I never thought it would happen.
Well now I am home but I came close, That scratch was very close to my access, which leads right into my heart

I have a big infected area of about 2 inches square on my arm, I also have a blood clot which caused the hospital stay. I have to be extra careful to keep my arms and hands clean.

It all started with a little scratch " Doc said rocky you met your match I said doc it's only a scratch, and I'll be better Doc as soon as I am able"
Rocky Raccoon the Beatles

Sounds like you developed cellulitis which can be deadly if you don't watch it. The quickest symptom is that the area gets deep red and is very warm to the touch. Did they give you IV antibiotics or oral Doxycycline?

Yes
 

Hi Neil

Yes exactly,

Exactly Warm , deep red Treated with antibiotics.
I have Bacitracin cream and Cephalexin 500mg. 1 pill for 7 days

Wow Bill what a story. Glad that you are heading in the right direction. Hang tough my friend.
Tim

Bill hope you feel better

Tell Dad hi

Jeff

get better Billv.!!

Glad you're back home, Bill. Take care.
Chuck

Another hurdle overcome Bill, keep on trucking.


Mitch44

You always have been a real fighter Bill! We are so glad you are home, our love and prayers are with you. I feel another winning 20 race cycle for you when you return to wagering!
Richie and Karen

stay healthy Bill...Randy wants to see you in August