Woke up yesterday morning with severe left shoulder and neck pain...temp 103 degrees. Called the Dr. and was told to get to the hospital via ambulance.

Went through multiple blood tests, CT scans, MRI’s, Spinal Taps, X-Rays. The spinal tap was so painful...I ended up writhing in pain, tears streaming down my face.

The best guess so far is Meningitis due to the surgery. Spent the night in the hospital, and I’m still waiting for results of tests...along with waiting to here from my DR.
I’m reaching the point where Gary was at and start ripping out IV’s and bail.
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Doctors assistant finally came in. I will be staying on antibiotics, physical therapy, and finally get something to eat. The wound appears ok and the mri showed normal swelling in the surgical area. Probably one more night...and if blood cultures are clear...HOME.

Thanks to all...it looks like I’ll survive!
Mitch