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Sorry to hear that. I assume you're on antibiotics and using a drain? Get well soon, Alex. Everything will be ok.

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Not good. Hope the Docs and the meds sort this out really quickly. You know that we are all thinking about you.

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4 hours ago, Alex Brecher said:

I’m back in the hospital 😞. I developed a double abscess. One within the posterior right hemipelvis as well as one in the the left hemipelvis.

Ive tried looking up exactly where this is on the body, but couldnt quite figure this out so I'm guessing. I really only have the word posterior and the google search I get lead me to the pelvic region.

So....

Does this mean that you officially are (hehe...oops I mean have) a pain in the butt? Jk

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I have a few questions, if you don't mind. Was it scar tissue, or a cyst that caused the blockage? Did you have some chronic symptoms, or was the onset sudden?

I hope you heal quickly. With all the good habits you have developed over the years, you have a really good chance of keeping it off.

Will keep you in my prayers, that you are able to maintain your weight loss and regain your health.

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8 hours ago, Bari_KS said:

Sorry to hear that. I assume you're on antibiotics and using a drain? Get well soon, Alex. Everything will be ok.

Only on antibiotics for now. Thank you!

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4 hours ago, ValerieInMexico said:

I have a few questions, if you don't mind. Was it scar tissue, or a cyst that caused the blockage? Did you have some chronic symptoms, or was the onset sudden?

I hope you heal quickly. With all the good habits you have developed over the years, you have a really good chance of keeping it off.

Will keep you in my prayers, that you are able to maintain your weight loss and regain your health.

Nope. No symptoms. It came on suddenly. Thanks!!

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@Alex Brecher I'm so so sorry that you are dealing with this horror!!! ((hugs)) You are handling everything so well! Please feel free to rant, whine, moan, talk...whatever you need--we're here to listen and help however we can! I am saying deep prayers for you and family!!! God's peace my friend.

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I was released from the hospital a few hours ago and I'm doing much much better! Thank you all for your well wishes and prayers. It really meant a lot to me. I have a PICC line and giving myself antibiotics by IV once per day for the next few weeks. It feels great to be home again.

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44 minutes ago, Alex Brecher said:

I was released from the hospital a few hours ago and I'm doing much much better! Thank you all for your well wishes and prayers. It really meant a lot to me. I have a PICC line and giving myself antibiotics by IV once per day for the next few weeks. It feels great to be home again.

Wonderful news!!! Remember the aseptic technique every time you go near your PICC line and you'll, of course, do amazing!!! I am so happy for you!!! Rest away in the comfort of home :)

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44 minutes ago, Alex Brecher said:

I was released from the hospital a few hours ago and I'm doing much much better! Thank you all for your well wishes and prayers. It really meant a lot to me. I have a PICC line and giving myself antibiotics by IV once per day for the next few weeks. It feels great to be home again.

🏆 Get Well Soon 🏆

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On 7/20/2019 at 3:38 PM, Alex Brecher said:

I was released from the hospital a few hours ago and I'm doing much much better! Thank you all for your well wishes and prayers. It really meant a lot to me. I have a PICC line and giving myself antibiotics by IV once per day for the next few weeks. It feels great to be home again.

Oh Alex! So happy to hear you are home and on the mend!!! Prayers for quick and thorough healing my friend!!! Hip Hip Hoooray for your own bed and being with fam!!! ((hugs))

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Alex I am so very thankful that you are healing. Medical complications are so very scary and even though the risks are low still terrifying when they happen. Glad to learn you can treat at home and continue your journey of wellness. Sending good vibes prayers and thoughts your way

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As a former PICC,line princess, I finally have something in in common with Alex although I didn't have IV antibiotics to give myself. You'll get through all this just fine and pretty soon will be all the way back,to your Former Alex-hood and this will be another Final Victory for You!

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34 minutes ago, Frustr8 said:

As a former PICC,line princess, I finally have something in in common with Alex although I didn't have IV antibiotics to give myself. You'll get through all this just fine and pretty soon will be all the way back,to your Former Alex-hood and this will be another Final Victory for You!

I have to say it's really not half as bad as I thought it would be! I hook up a pressurized ball to the PICC that contains the IV for 30 minutes each morning. I'm pretty much back to my normal routine.

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Pretty awesome. Alex a whole new journey. Best to you

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