Update on Ex (COVID).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m so sorry, OP!
It was probably a cytokine storm. This is what we fear most, because we don’t know why some patients react that way. It doesn’t appear to be related to their underlying conditions. We think it may be due to a particular genetic make-up, associated with an ACE-2 mutation. Some doctors are keeping a close eye on IL6 levels because they’ve noticed a correlation, and that way they identify patients who are mire at risk, but once decompensation starts, there’s not much to hope for...

How do we know we’re at risk?

This is not a thread to think about yourself.
Offer your condolences and move on.

[Anonymous]

OP, my deepest condolences, esp for your son. I am so sorry. We had a parent (kids grandparent) pass away from covid, but so different for a young parent with young kids. My heart breaks for you, your son, his wife, and his extended family.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I wrote about my experience with COVID-19 recently and can’t find the thread but thought some may want an update on my ex-husband who was also battling COVID-19 but had much more severe symptoms.

He passed away late last night and were shocked. He was on oxygen but there weren’t talks of intubation yet and then suddenly he declined within an hour or so and passed away without ever being vented.

He was 36, non-smoker but overweight. He didn’t have any known health issues aside from high cholesterol. We don’t know exactly what happened. My heart is broken for my son, who has lost his father.

I know a lot of you don’t know anyone who has died or become very sick yet. I really hope it stays that way. Take this seriously.

I'm so sorry, OP. Sending love and light to you, especially your kid.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m so sorry, OP!
It was probably a cytokine storm. This is what we fear most, because we don’t know why some patients react that way. It doesn’t appear to be related to their underlying conditions. We think it may be due to a particular genetic make-up, associated with an ACE-2 mutation. Some doctors are keeping a close eye on IL6 levels because they’ve noticed a correlation, and that way they identify patients who are mire at risk, but once decompensation starts, there’s not much to hope for...

How do we know we’re at risk?

You don’t. Yet.

[Anonymous]

(((Hugs))) to you all. My condolences.

[Anonymous]

My deepest condolences, OP. I’m very sorry for you and your son.

[Anonymous]

I'm so sorry for your loss, but thankful you are recovered for your son.

[Anonymous]

I’m so sorry, OP.

[Anonymous]

I’m so sorry for your loss, OP. Big hugs to you and your son.

[Anonymous]

I’m so sorry. I hope you’re feeling better so you can help your son during this difficult time.

[Anonymous]

I'm so sorry for you and your son. <3

[Anonymous]

I’m so sorry, OP.

[Anonymous]

I remember you’re thread. I’m so sorry OP.

I hope you are starting to feel healthier. Now will be a time to take extra care of your health so you can continue to care for and be there for your son. Virtual hug.

[Anonymous]

My deepest sympathy to you, your son, and your ex's loved ones. This is cruel indeed.

[Anonymous]

My condolences OP to you and your son. This is heartbreaking, please continue to recover and may this time in lockdown allow you to continue comforting and caring for your son.