Possible abscence of RangerJohn

[rangerjohn]

There has discussion of me being possibly quarantined. It seems I tested positive for TB. They will be here at around 6 p.m. for the final decision. Although, its pretty forgone, this is what happened to a fellow resident last year.

 

[Rhun]

That sucks, rangerjohn! I hope you recover soon!

 

[rangerjohn]

I think it is more of a precaution then anything. I don't think I'm showing the symptoms, but apparently I have the anti-bodies. I just don't know if I will have internet access or not. I'll be in a motel/hotel, but I don't know which one.

 

[Rhun]

Better safe than sorry when dealing with something like that, though!

 

[rangerjohn]

Yes, hence the quarantine. From what I just read its called latent tb at this point. Only a small percentage develop active tb without treatment, but as you say the risks a too great not to be treated.

 

[Fenris]

I think it is more of a precaution then anything. I don't think I'm showing the symptoms, but apparently I have the anti-bodies. I just don't know if I will have internet access or not. I'll be in a motel/hotel, but I don't know which one.

A lot of people who have been exposed to TB have the anti-bodies to it without ever having had it. But best of luck and health to you man. TB has become very scary these days with resistant forms.

 

[kinem]

Good luck RJ!

 

[rangerjohn]

Well they must not be too concerned, they said it would be a couple of weeks, before I saw a doctor.

Err make that see a doctor. Apparently, they're backed up at the health dept.

 

[Scott DeWar]

at least it isn't septic shock! serious enough, though, tb is to be taken care of!

 

[Malvoisin]

I wish you all the best, rangerjohn! Get well soon.