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After Angioplasty, Septicemia, Influenza, And Pneumonia When Can One Return To Normalcy?
Im a 45yr old,male, ex smoker, diesel mechanic.After an angioplasty of inserting 4stints, i got septicemia,(gram positive cocci clusters)MRSA in my nares, influenza a, pneumonia( H/o COPD),morbid obesity (182lbs. 6 ft)Now im home 2weeks post op, with a PIC line& doing antibiotics IV everyday. When will i be able to have PIC removed, & return to somewhat of a life, of trying to live with what has occurred?
Wed, 5 Dec 2018
Hi,
The decision of removing PIC line and switching to oral therapy depends upon the clearance of existing infection with total immune response satisfactory to control the future issues.
It is the sole decision of the treating physician and I do not predict much help from the online platform in this regard.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel,
General & Family Physician
The decision of removing PIC line and switching to oral therapy depends upon the clearance of existing infection with total immune response satisfactory to control the future issues.
It is the sole decision of the treating physician and I do not predict much help from the online platform in this regard.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Purva Patel,
General & Family Physician
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