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Salt water flesh eating bacteria from Hawaii

18:49 Mar 28 2016 Hawaii, United States of America (Middle Hawai'ian Islands territorial waters)

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Most of you know my dad caught salt water flesh eating bacteria in hawiia. Luckily they had a layover in Phoenix on their way home and that is one of the best hospitals in the US to treat this. The bacteria is in all warm salt water and people with low immune systems are very susceptible. My dad has beat cancer twice so his immune system is bad. He had 8 surgeries on his leg in 16 days. He was in the hospital about a month, he has been released now but has to stay in Phoenix a few weeks to keep an eye on it. He has a long road ahead of him but is getting stronger everyday. Thank God My sister happened to fly into Phoenix for a completely different reason the same day dad was admitted to ICU. As my dear friend said the layover in Phoenix and my sister flying in was my brother working with God
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What were your symptoms? Check all that apply:: Other
Did you see a doctor?: Yes
If treated, what was the diagnosis and treatment?: Salt water flesh eating virus
How long after you were in the water did your illness symptoms start?: Next day
How many times have you been sick from the water at this beach?: One
How long did your illness last?: Currently sick
Will you allow Surfrider Foundation to contact you? If yes, please provide info below. This will not be shared publicly.: Yes

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