After two trips to the er/clinic, I finally found out that I had cellulitis, something I've never heard of before. This is when bacteria gets under your skin and it is a fairly serious condition which could have led to a loss of the thumb or even arm if left to run its course.
Went to the emergency room at the Northern Illinois Medical Center in McHenry and the doctor immediately admitted me and set up an operation for the following day. A hand specialist was called in and after a two hour operation, I was out. They believe they got it all out, let's hope.
This has really put a crimp on my summer fun. I can't do much of anything now, with daily trips to the hospital for hydrotherapy and dressing of the right thumb. Plus, Liz is getting quite good at giving me the home iv. All this goes on for another two weeks at a minimum.
My Recommendation to You is to Wear Gloves When Working in the Yard. --RoadDog
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