Requesting prayers for my son in emergency room with Covid.

[No Vested Interest]

He's unvaccinated, of course, despite my and his sister's entreaties.
I've spoken with his ER, nurse, who tells me he is stable.
He's had Covid for 8-9 days, but tried to keep it to himself and get well on his own.
Has gone down the last few days, today the worst apparently.

I'm very angry with him, but also scared for him.
Please, God, spare my boy, now a middle-aged but not always reasonable man.
Lord, have mercy.

[hlthe2b]

1. I'm sorry. You all are in my thoughts...

May this be a hard-won but well-learned lesson from which he recovers to be able to share some wisdom in the future.

[magicarpet]

2. Oh my,.. What an ordeal for you - Mum. Good tidings your way.

[Beachnutt]

3. My heart hurts over this, please God.

What area are you in ?

[No Vested Interest]

6. SW Ohio.

Sick as he was, he had to drive himself to the nearest ER.
His job evaporated during pandemic - little to no insurance, though he has some funds and a house.
Single, no kids.

Thanks for your prayerful intercession.

[SallyHemmings]

4. Sending prayers

I hope the worst is behind him.

[secondwind]

5. Oh, I'm so sorry! I will pray for him tonight.

I hope he comes out of this in good shape, and hopefully will have learned something from it.

[NH Ethylene]

7. It's tough being a mother of a grown man who won't get vaccinated.

Mine doesn't have Covid (yet) but it may just be a matter of time. He's also medically vulnerable.

I wouldn't waste your energy on anger; people make their choices based on their own perspectives. To them, it makes sense. I've had to overlook our political differences so that it doesn't get in the way of our love for each other.

I hope your son pulls out of it okay. I am sending good thoughts for him.

[No Vested Interest]

11. You're correct, of course, re the folly of anger.

Up until the need for Covid vaccination, we just don't discuss political differences.
I felt, and continue to feel, that it's more a moral issue, with vulnerable family, not to mention the rest of society.
He stated - on social media- that he believed his natural immunity would keep him safe!.
Very tough to hear when a loved one is stuck on an unreal thought process.

[sprinkleeninow]

8. Lord hear and have mercy according to Your abundant mercies.

Spare this one from any demise of the virus. Hear the plea of his mother, and from me, an unworthy servant. Deliver him from the coronavirus so he will be emboldened in witnessing and proclaiming Your Great Love and Compassion.

☦ Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. Now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen.

[No Vested Interest]

12. I'm so grateful for your prayer.

[JustADumbFireman]

28. Seconded

...i slava vo vyshnikh Bohu!

[SimplyHadEnough]

57. Amen 🙏

[XanaDUer2]

9. you and your son are in my thoughts nt

[GPV]

10. I'm so sorry

[FarPoint]

13. It appears he may still be in the 10 day window

For monoclonal antibodies....

[No Vested Interest]

14. I don't know enough to respond correctly, but

I believe the nurse told me he would have to be admitted for Remdesavir and other treatments.
Good news and bad news: It he doesn't need admittance that means he's not critically ill, but can't get more advanced meds.

[FarPoint]

44. The monoclonal antibodies is and infusion...

I really see excellent outcomes with the early onset treatment interventions...In the 10 day window...

Here is a list of treatment modalities:

https://combatcovid.hhs.gov/i-have-covid-19-now/available-covid-19-treatment-options

SNIP>
Monoclonal antibody treatments: The FDA has issued Emergency Use Authorization for two investigational monoclonal antibody treatments that can attach to SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. These antibodies could help your immune system recognize and respond more effectively to the virus.

These treatments have been authorized for patients with mild to moderate cases. This includes those who have had symptoms for 10 days or less, who are 12 years of age and older, and who are at high risk for progressing to severe COVID-19 and/or hospitalization. It also includes people who are 65 years old or older, and for people who have certain chronic medical conditions. Learn more about antibody treatments with: etesevimab and bamlanivimab or casirivimab and imdevimab.


The Casirivimab-Imdevimab...also known as REGEN-COV is the one I see used most often at this time...

little news clip..... https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2021/08/14/antibody-treatment-coming-to-jacksonville/






There is no cost for the antibodies themselves, but the facility may charge for the infusion (giving the treatment by IV). Medicare covers the IV treatment costs, but Medicaid coverage is different in each state. Many large private insurance plans cover all costs, but you should check with yours to find out for sure. If you do not have insurance, ask the treatment facility if there are any fees....END>

[lark]

48. I think these are being over-hyped by repug gov. due to fact TFG has a stake in co.

I know 2 people who got the treatments when they went to the hospital. The husband was doing poorly and is still doing poorly in ICU for 5 days, it did nothing for him. Wife wasn't as sick, she responded well to the treatment and was released after 1-2 days. I know this is just anecdotal, but it sure isn't the 90% efficacy they are claiming. I think it's being hyped by rw and isn't as good as said. Not as bad as hydroxchloroquine, which increases the deaths due to heart issues, but not nearly as good as claimed.

Since Death Sentence bought millions of dollars of this, same as he did with hydroxychloroquine, I would be hard pressed to have any faith in it whatsoever. IMO It's just another way for repugs to pretend to care but continue to kill us and profit highly off of it.

[FarPoint]

51. I will only tell you what I have personally seen....

This therapy is fabulous.... a true life saver.....I have seen about 75 people get this.... the earlier in the 10 day window was best results...Just telling you what I have seen out in the field.

[lark]

60. I know it can be, but using it so people don't have to vaccinate is stupid.

That's what Kemp and Death Sentence are attempting.

[FarPoint]

63. I see....

This is essentially the first line of treatment for mild to moderate covid-19 infection...it is almost standard....So, if I understand you correctly, these insane tRumpster grifting governors know this and thus feel, "safe" to continue pushing no vaccine....That is sick!

[lark]

65. Yes, that is exactly my point.

There has to be profits to go alongside the disease and deaths according to Repug 101.

[marble falls]

15. You got it, your son and you are in my prayers, just playing it forward. Don't yell at him till ...

... he's healthy again.

[No Vested Interest]

16. I can smile at that one.

Shouldn't lose perspective entirely.

[Dreampuff]

17. Prayers for you and your family

May God comfort you and protect your loved one.🙏🙏🙏

[Catherine Vincent]

18. So sorry

🙏🏽

[yardwork]

19. As a mother, my heart goes out to you.

Prayers for his full recovery.

[BoomaofBandM]

20. It took me a long time to convince my daughter to get vaccinated. Hugs and hope to you and yours.

[blm]

21. 😢

🕯

[sdfernando]

22. So sorry to hear about your son

Sending healing vibes his way.

[Texaswitchy]

23. Hope gets well

[Tom Yossarian Joad]

24. Hoping for a good outcome.

Your in my thoughts. Virtual hug.

[jimfields33]

25. Prayers to your son

I will add him to the prayers tonight.

[Heartstrings]

26. Healing vibes sent........nt

[forgotmylogin]

27. All the positive vibes for you and your son!

[niyad]

29. Vibes for healing and strength for both of you.

[ShazzieB]

30. Ugh, this is awful. 😟

I will pray, for your son's healing and for strength for you, whatever comes.

I am so, so sorry you are going through this.

[Tanuki]

31. I will lift up your beloved son in my prayers.

We have all made errors at some point in our lives.

[Bluethroughu]

32. I hope he makes a quick recovery and sprints to vax.

I'm sorry for your pain, I know I'd be a wreck and most likely angry my son didn't get the vax, but also with the GOP on TV regularly contradicting science...it's a shame.

Sending healing vibes for your whole family.

[CBHagman]

33. I will be praying...

...for him, for those who are caring for him, and for you and your family.

[GeoWilliam750]

34. Wishing him a full and speedy recovery

[OldBaldy1701E]

35. Be strong for your son

And, we will be strong for you. HUGS!

[Nululu]

36. Sorry for your pain

[KatK]

37. Prayers for him, for you, and all who love him. May he recovery swiftly.

My adult son is also unvaccinated, and there's no swaying him ...

[Beacool]

38. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

You must be so scared for him. Good vibes are going your way. May he make a full recovery.

[totodeinhere]

39. I hope he gets well and hopefully he has learned his lesson and will get vaccinated.

This didn't have to happen to him. If he been vaccinated his case would almost certainly have been milder.

[essaynnc]

40. Thoughts of a speedy recovery are coming your way...... NT

[rustysgurl]

41. Prayers for your son n/t

[Jarqui]

42. ! can't recall any greater anxiety than

when my daughters were in the hospital.

I am so sorry and pulling hard for you.

[applegrove]

43. Vibes.

[No Vested Interest]

45. My late night call to ER told me that he is not there, nor has son been

admitted to the hospital , so I'm presuming he somehow got back home and likely crawled into bed.
All of which would mean the ER doctors felt he was not so seriously ill that he needed hospital care, etc.

I'll give him a rest overnight and see what I can find out Tuesday.

I so deeply appreciate the caring, the prayers, and good wishes (and advice) of these DUers who reached out.
Your support was/is so comforting when under ongoing stress.

I'll send up thankful prayers for all of you tonight, for your own needs as well.

Love you all.

[MyMission]

61. Sending healing energy

My cousin was admitted the day after the ER sent her home.
She returned the next day, was admitted and then lost consciousness for 2 days. After her fever broke they weaned her off oxygen, and kept her to make sure she was stable and breathing ok. It was just as hospitals started to get overwhelmed from this Delta surge in FL, late July. Meanwhile her boyfriend and son were home sick with it. Her son recovered, but the bf was still sick when she was released after 10 days.

She convinced him to go to hospital, he was put on oxygen, they kept him 4-5 days, released him the minute his oxygen levels hit 95. They didn't care if he was stable because they needed the bed. He still feels like crap. So does my cousin. Her son, late 30's, went back to work.

I hope your son recovers. I feel compelled to say this: Keep checking on him, he may need to go back to the ER. Oxygen levels can drop causing confusion and irrational behavior before causing further harm, and covid pneumonia is also a thing I've heard about. Many hospitals are overwhelmed by this surge. Sending healing thoughts.

Please keep us posted.

[No Vested Interest]

64. Thanks for sharing. I know you are correct

He has been to ER on two separate occasions, a day or so apart.
He told his sister he had diarrhea, but I know it would have to be pretty bad to have to drive oneself to hospital with such a condition going on.

I'll copy his email to me from this morning, so all those interested can see.

I deeply appreciate the concern shown here on DU.
I'm reluctant to share his situation on public social media, inasmuch as it's his private medical issue and could make him look publicly foolish for his reluctance when this is behind him & he wishes to apply for work, etc.

Hope your cousin and family continue to make progress. I have another son, lives in FL, also unvaccinated. You can imagine the concern.

[littlemissmartypants]

46. Prayers Up. ❤

[intheflow]

47. Sending you and your son prayers.

Absolutely standing with you in your fear. May your son be spared from an early death.

[Demsrule86]

49. I am so sorry...prayers for your family and particularly your son.

[TrollBuster9090]

50. Done! nt

[IbogaProject]

52. Ugh

Ugh, days 10&11 are crucial, where it either stabelizes or gets worse.

[mahina]

53. Aloha ke Akua

Please comfort No Vested Interest’s heart and help the son heal soon and well. Prayers for peace of mind and thorough recovery, in your love. Aloha nō, aloha Ke Akua.

[Scrivener7]

54. You poor thing. My heart is with you.

[Haggard Celine]

55. May Fortune smile on your son.

I wish him and you the very best of luck.

[admonish]

56. done

There's nothing he can do about his choice but today He can give your son another chance. I hope he can have his chance and take advantage too. As for you, be strong and be there. It's all we can do in this situation

[TheBlackAdder]

58. Sending Positive Energy ⚡️ Both Your Way and His Way!

[MLAA]

59. Thinking of you and your son.

[shrike3]

62. I will put him on our prayer list at church.

I'm so very sorry this is happening.