My little sister, Rachel, who's almost 13 , got a second degree burn a few weeks ago. It happened out of nowhere, one minute we are enjoying our morning and the next thing we know she's rushed to the Emergency Room. It happened when she was boiling hot water for her tea and it accidentally spilled. We never would have thought something like this would have happened, but it just proves that you need to be super careful when dealing with anything hot (especially tea water.)
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She was taken to the emergency room after an hour and a half spent with cold running water on the burn. We didn't have transportation at the time, so the ambulance was kind enough to come and give her a ride to the hospital. Thank God it wasn't anything fatal, but at the time it felt like it.
She was in extensive pain, so bad that it was difficult to change shirts. Her upper-leg and stomach got the most damage, and she now has a 2nd degree burn there. She's in a lot of pain, but she's healing. The doctor gave her pain medicine and she has to wear a gauze and creme. She's getting better. She had to stay in bed for a few days and rest. She's able to walk now and do regular things, and luckily the burn is healing up. It's still bad but with time it will heal. Lats week we went to the Children's hospital (once every other week she goes for her therapy).
Here are some photos we took during the holidays.
Dad had fun goofing off in this picture.
There were some snowmen they put on display, so cute!
And look at this Christmas tree!
I will keep you updated on her progress as much as possible, and thank you for your caring thoughts and prayers. She is getting much better and her burn is healing nicely so she should be in great shape soon. The Tabby Cat Club is hosting a special event in which we remember our loved ones, and I want to take some special time to honour and remember all of our loved ones.
Oh my word, how terrible. I'm glad to hear Rachel is recovering. I once went through a similar thing many years ago, so I know how awful the pain is. We all wish her well!
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Oh poor dear Rachel. We are all sending our best purrs and prayers to her and great big hugs to you. Keep us posted as time permits please.
ReplyDeleteOh we're so sorry....that is so scary and so painful. We're sending lots of healing purrs and hope Rachel recovers quickly.
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Katie & Glogirly
We're purring for a quick and complete recovery for Rachel.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry to hear about your precious sister Rachel. I hope her burn will heal very quickly and she doesn't have to be in pain. Our thoughts are with you. Sending lots of purrs and prayers..
ReplyDeleteOh dear - so sorry to hear this. I'm purring for all I'm worth right now and M will keep Rachel in her thoughts and prayers. That poor young lady. Keep us posted. Hugs for Mom and Dad.
ReplyDeleteSending our purrs for a speedy recovery.
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ReplyDeleteMy mummy had the same thing happen when she was about the same age (she had a mug of boiling water out of the microwave, and it spilled on her right leg - she still has a faint scar) She sends lots of healing thoughts to poor Rachel - it's a terrible thing to suffer through.
Thank you all so much for your kind words and prayers and purrs on Rachel! They mean a lot to us.
ReplyDeleteOh i'm so sorry about this! How awful. :( Sending prayers and strong healing wishes that Rachel recovers well and quickly. What a frightening, terrible experience for her and for your family. Praying as i type.. and sending comforting hugs!
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear this. Sending hugs, prayers and gentle purrs for Rachel's quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry this happened to dear Rachel. I will definitely pray for her. I'm glad to hear that she's healing but will pray that she continues and for the pain to go away. Please do let us know how she's doing as you're able.
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Rachel is on our purr list! Mommy's Mom did something like that MANY years ago, only she spilled in her lap. It was pretty awful and we can relate. We know Rachel will be fine--it just is so hard waiting! Please keep us updated.
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Poor Rachel! I am purring lots for her. Burn injuries are some of the worst and most painful to go through. I hope all the support she is getting from our kitty community helps her heal quickly.
ReplyDeleteWe are sending healing purrs to Rachel.
ReplyDeleteI am joining in all the purrs coming Rachel's ways and my Human will purray (she doesn't purr very well at all). XOXOXO
ReplyDeletePoor Rachel! We are sending lots of purrs her way. We are so sorry this happened.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! Poor Rachel. We'll be sending our purrs and purrayers and woofs for her recovery.
ReplyDeleteOh no! I hope that Rachel has a speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteOh! So very sorry to hear this! We send purrs and prayers for a miraculous recovery for Rachel xox
ReplyDeleteSo very sorry to hear this news. Sending love and healing purrs. xx
ReplyDeleteOh, poor Rachel! We've got our purr motors revving on high for her, for a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteoh my that is just awful. We are purring and praying with all of our might. Sending you supportive ((((hugs)))) as well
ReplyDeletePoor Rachel! We are purring for her and hope she heals quickly.
ReplyDeleteAwww little Rachel! She looks like such a nice little human. We are sending lots of purrs her way!
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Oh no we are so sorry to read about Rachel's burn. Thank goodness it is healing as we have heard they can be tricky. Quick thinking was a blessing for sure.
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Madi
Ouch! ouch! ouch! We will purray super hard for Rachel! Our Blog started when Mommy got second (and third) degree burns on her bum and legs! It hurts! Tell Rachel if she has any questions to write us and we will answer them.
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That is awful and I am just glad that you managed to get help and that she will be ok. Thank goodness.. You have my purrs. Love the photo's.. Hugs GJ xx
ReplyDeleteI am so so sorry for this dear sweet little girl. May her healing progress rapidly. Love and prayers for her. Xxoo
ReplyDeleteSorry I'm late joining in the purring. TW burned her arm on a tray out of the over Christmas Eve so she knows how painful burns are. She's terrified that the handle is going to break off our water pot and she'll get scalded, or I will. xoxo
ReplyDeleteWe were so sorry to learn about this painful experience for Rachel. My human sister got a burn from hot tea water when she was 5 years old, but fortunately only on her arm. That must have been so painful on her leg and stomach. Purrs for continued good healing.
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ReplyDeleteOh, sweet Rachel we are so sorry to hear of this. Will be sending up lots of prayers for her and for you all. Hugs and nose kisses
ReplyDeleteWe're so sorry to hear this. We're purring for Rachel. Poor girl, what an awful thing to happen. Please tell her meow and purrs from Au, Target and Guido.
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry to hear about Rachel's injuries. We are purring and praying for a rapid and complete recovery. Hugs and headbonks from all of us.
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Happy New Year, hope Rachel is doing better.
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ReplyDeleteWe hope Rachel continues to improve too!
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We hope your sister Rachel is healing very very fast! A burn is awfulli painful. Poor little girl!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year to all of you! We hope this year is filled with healing touches and happy events!