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My 85 year old mom has some challenges with blood clotting.  Tonight, before we ate our Christmas Eve dinner, our son's dog was cleaning up a scrap on the floor, my mom went to pick it up and he bit her arm.  He is a gentle dog, so this surprised us.  My mom bled in 4 places for some time.  I applied pressure and the bleeding finally stopped.  She was not upset but my father was worried.  He has dementia, so taking this in stride was difficult.  I am sad my mom was injured and sad that my dad was so affected.  I am concerned, too, about the potential for infection.  She is not feeling well and taking care of my father is diminishing her energy.  A difficult Christmas Eve.



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I am so sorry to read of this Paulaa . I too have the same problem and it does become an issue from time to time. I will pray for a positive outcome.

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Oh PP, I am so sorry! If you are worried about infection, I would bandage it with honey (yes, honey) and/or antibiotic ointment and keep it on overnight. If it looks like it's getting infected, I would get her to urgent care to start some antibiotics.

I hope things settle down and that everyone gets some rest tonight. Sending up prayers and virtual hugs to you!

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Thank you, Betty...prayers for your health.



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Thank you, A...I never considered honey.  I did call her with some suggestions and I will see her tomorrow.  



-- Edited by PP on Wednesday 24th of December 2014 11:05:14 PM

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Hugs Paula.
That sounds horrid and upsetting. I wonder what spooked the little dog?
I hope she heals up quickly and you are all able to enjoy the rest of your celebrations together.

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Thank you, Melly.  



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Oh, I'm so sorry to read about this, Paula. Lots of prayers for all and most especially for your Mom and Dad and the dog, too. (((Paula and her family and TRex)))

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Thank you, Catherine.  I was so busy trying to get dinner ready, I just wasn't present.  



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PP...Prayers coming for you all...specially for you.  Often time we feel more pain eve without the real bite.  Hold her HP...calm her spirit.    ((((hugs)))) smile



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Thank you, Jerry.



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(((Paula))) I'm so sorry- sending lots of prayers!!!

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PP wrote:

 I am concerned, too, about the potential for infection.  She is not feeling well and taking care of my father is diminishing her energy.  A difficult Christmas Eve.

 Oh (((((((((((((Paula))))))))))) so sorry to read this......if u pour peroxide on her wounds it should be ok.....i am sure you take good care of your pet, so its not like he/she is out hunting, eating out of people's dumpsters......a good peroxide or betadine cleansing should be ok......poor thing, I do hope the rest of the holiday goes ok.......sending all of you healing and love energy 



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andromeda wrote:

Oh PP, I am so sorry! If you are worried about infection, I would bandage it with honey (yes, honey) and/or antibiotic ointment and keep it on overnight. If it looks like it's getting infected, I would get her to urgent care to start some antibiotics.

I hope things settle down and that everyone gets some rest tonight. Sending up prayers and virtual hugs to you!

 I agree...YES honey....it smothers bacteria....that is why when folks get sore throats they say use, eat honey.......i have it in the house here for food and yea, i use peroxide first but if i didn't have it, I would slather honey on a wound.....honey has a lot of good uses........poor little lady....how big is the doggie????  the fact that she bled, blood cleanses out wounds too......sending "mom" some healing hugs and healing to all of you...that must have been quite a scare



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Honey is nature's antibiotic, LOL. Actually, when my dad was getting really bad bed sores from being paralyzed, the nurses had them using an ointment/rub that was primarily honey based. My stepmother swore by it for wound healing.

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Paula, I am saying prayers for your serenity. You have a difficult situation with both of your parents. The unusual nature of your dog's behavior would be upsetting, given your Mom's injury.
I hope this has no worse consequences for her.
You know that picture you used to have with the 3 blondes? I always flashed on the 3 sides of a triangle, each supporting the other two. I hope you can find a better day tomorrow.

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Sorry to hear about your mum pp. Sounds like you handled it all brilliantly. Hugs to you pp and happy christmas.x



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Sending love and hugs, .. Hope your mom is on the mend .. getting old ain't for sissy's!!

Hugs S :)

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I pray you and your family have a Blessed and peaceful and loving Christmas day

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(((MIP))). Blessings and peace...



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And the same for you and to you, Paula. Any updates on your Mom?

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I called her this morning and she said it looked good.  I will see her in a few hours and can see for myself.  Thanks for asking...



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((PP)). I am so very sorry about what happened to your mom. Bless your heart. My prayers are for all of you. Dementia is like a silent thief stealing the precious parts of our loved ones. Sending you hugs and prayers for a better Christmas Day.

Merry Christmas, PP.

 

 

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Merry Christmas to you CS and thank you.

Jill, it took me awhile to recall the picture you spoke of....what a good memory you haveaww



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Merry Christmas Paula...

                                      ...the best honey to use is manuka honey... but you may not be able to get it over there...

I mean, stuff like this happens... I piled up all the canoes on my old trailer and put the paddles and life jackets in my station wagon... and we are spending hours out at the lake...

...thanks so much for your support and encouragement over the year... smile

You remind me so much of my sponsor...

aww David.



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David, you brought tears to my eyes.  You are a gift.



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I am sad this happened! Sending you love my dear friend. Hoping things mellow out and you and yours find serenity.

It is so hard to watch our parents decline. It's like our home is going away!

hugs honey!



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