jmarin.72 Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 He did say that what he had was not pneumonia, but rather influenza A(?). Then he was a very lucky guy...Influenza A is starting to get epidemic also here in Europe. Everyday we listen to new cases and we also have one case here in ICU just like Lani. Pneumonia is caused by this virus.To be honest it did cross my mind that Lani's case could be an influenza A incident.23.000 people have been infected in Mexico... http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/guidance/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoTone Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 Just got off the phone with the big man. I have to say, this is the first day in which he's starting to sound like his old self. He's now in General Care, so no more ICU. A good sign that he's improving. He did say that what he had was not pneumonia, but rather influenza A(?). Had a chance to talk with Lani myself today as well... The thing that really nailed him was the mis-diagnosis... You do not treat pneumonia the same way you would treat influenza... He ended up being weeks behind on proper medical care... I really feel for the poor guy... But... As already stated by Ubi & Robbie, he's on the mends... Strong man, with a strong spirit and heart - he'll be just fine in the end... Told me that he's gonna have his laptop rounded up tomorrow... Maybe he'll pop in for a word... Love ya bro, Mike . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted July 23, 2009 Report Share Posted July 23, 2009 Ah, it's good to hear that this is coming out well in the end. BIG THANKS to Ubi, Robbie, TT, et al for keeping us in the loop. The place just isn't the same without the old timers around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Thank You ... Thank you..... Thank You ..... I always speak of the fact that in life... "You never know what life has in store for you, so live everyday with passion and be grateful to see the wonders of life,....cause ya never know what life will bring" Ubi... Kruzer... your confrerence calls to me although I was pretty out of it meant everything!!.. and I thank you !! TT .. Ditto Big Man !!! Thank you for the words>>>. Robbie G ...... what can I say ma man.. we're in the same current right now... karmic circle of life .. from the day's at the old Wolrd Gym... to RWG.... Love ya all !!!! I am now out of "critical tech" care.. I was in: ICU..... 8 days Critical care ... 5 day's Now in General Care..... Gotta go to take an MRI be right back... L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Good to see you on the mend Big Guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Yep, gotta say it put a big grin on my face, to see you back on board mate! Keep on punchin' and hope they give you your release papers real soon. Offshore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KB Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 And now RWG can collectively sit back and let out a sigh of relief....our Lani's gunna be ok Great to have you back R Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 never again will I say I am not claustrophobic.. The MRI tunnel is like being squeezed into a cannon tube.. They have ... through the Board of Health of Hawaii .. infectious disease control (both through the hospital and the Health Department) Have confirmed my case as "Swine Flu'"... this is where the virus attack ll major organs .. In. heart..lungs.. kidney,.. liver..... everything along with my heart failed.. the better part of ICU was spent keeping my heart beating... literally ........my Blood Pressure dropped so low one night it was a struggle to keep the heart beating... they had asked me if I would like a Priest.. I told them "I'm .. OK... I am ready to cross over" .... actually it felt like I did already transition to the first level.. I am not speaking in a suicidal or negative way .... I felt I was at peace with how I would leave this physical demension.. and was actually anxious to see what the other side was like.... Well, Doc's all said if I wasn't in great shape I would be on the other side already.. I am scaring myself..looking at a face that has lost 37 lbs. in the last 2 weeks.. and whose heart stregnth now is 23% ...... I will deal with the mental anxiety of the gym I'm sure..... but for now.... on to the next raffle ......... soon A~C Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HaloArchive Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Lani, the best man on Earth has been let down out of the clouds and the heavens to grace this planet as he once did. *Harmonic church chior singing in the background* I think im happy that your back R! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 but for now.... on to the next raffle ......... soon A~C Lani No bloody way! "On to the next raffle.......later!!!!" Much later! Look after yourself mate, we'll keep the larrikins here amused until you are back to full strength! Matter of fact we'll get T to take the forum down for a day or so, to give you some rest We are truly glad you are still with us mate. Offshore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornerstone Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Great news! Fantastic still to have you on this side! Best wishes for your recuperation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltatahoe Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 great news indeed. keep your head up lani; one day at a time deltatahoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Good to have you back, buddy. Very good. I can breathe a little easier now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayward Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Good to see you back Lani...you'll be back to 100% in no time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omni Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Welcome back from the edge Lani. Let you know, Ubi had actually been so concerned he called me direct to get reassurances that our hospitals were up to par in Hawaii, I reassured him that we are not the backwater some think we are. Swine Flu, yee gads! Time for a long pau hana. Malama pono brah. Omni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docblackrock Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Swine 'flu 0 Lani 1 Mutated killer virus met its match clearly I'm quite shocked at the misdiagnosis though, ought to have been the very first on the list re. differential diagnosis. When Ubi emailed me with updates, I naturally assumed it had been ruled out. Anyway, great to see you back, and I wish you a full and speedy recovery mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phaedo Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Great to see you are on the mend, just don't take things too fast with the recovery to full speed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Thank You ... Thank you..... Thank You ..... I always speak of the fact that in life... "You never know what life has in store for you, so live everyday with passion and be grateful to see the wonders of life,....cause ya never know what life will bring" Ubi... Kruzer... your confrerence calls to me although I was pretty out of it meant everything!!.. and I thank you !! TT .. Ditto Big Man !!! Thank you for the words>>>. Robbie G ...... what can I say ma man.. we're in the same current right now... karmic circle of life .. from the day's at the old Wolrd Gym... to RWG.... Love ya all !!!! I am now out of "critical tech" care.. I was in: ICU..... 8 days Critical care ... 5 day's Now in General Care..... Gotta go to take an MRI be right back... L Awesome to see a post from you, brother, take it easy and get well soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valerian Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Thank You ... Welcome back, R! It's very good to have you back! The forum hasn't been the same without you and it was awfully silent sometimes. I celebrate your comeback by upgrading to Platinum and invite all other members who have not upgraded yet to do the same! Val. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolfire Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Welcome back Lani-mate! Really miss having you here... Just elated to see you posting again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Swine 'flu 0 Lani 1 Mutated killer virus met its match clearly I'm quite shocked at the misdiagnosis though, ought to have been the very first on the list re. differential diagnosis. When Ubi emailed me with updates, I naturally assumed it had been ruled out. Anyway, great to see you back, and I wish you a full and speedy recovery mate. As Ubi stated to me weeks ago... concerned about my current Physicians analysis... Alll my symptoms pointed to Congestive heart failure ...... there would have been a myriad of signs... if BP was taken........ it would of been bout 75/60 .... I asked about a Blood Make up.. But Oh, Well........ it could b worse...... They took A long time to verify it is the Swine Virus...... it's ok. most of the other verified cases was with the Coroners office .... So I am fotunate..... @Omni.... thank youfor the hook up with the gang thank you gain All !!!! A~C Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 It is with tremendous joy and great relief that I share in the good news. You are still in my thoughts and my wife and I were discussing you just this minute. She has no passion for watches but she has an extraordinary compassion for people and animals. She passes her well wishes your way too my friend. As always, be confident in knowing that you are loved and this great community can not wait until you are your old self. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Man, am I glad tro see you back. My heart skipped a beat when I saw your name as the poster We've missed you, buddy! Take it easy and take care of yourself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Welcome back Lani. You had us all worried. We know u a strong man so never doubted a full recovery. Good to have u back bro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P4GTR Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 The Hairs on my arms stood up when I saw you had posted, and chills ran through me. Thats those positive vibes channeling directly at you man. Rest well, be well! I'd say we should all chip in for a "get well" watch of your choice, but you already own every damn watch made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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