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In reply to the discussion: I took my pups out 6 weeks ago and [View all]Trueblue Texan
(2,425 posts)25. Arrrrrrrgh! I'm sooo sorry!
This is to everyone over 65 or those with mobility/balance issues: Take your phone with you even if you're just going to the bathroom! I cannot tell you how many patients have fallen within 3 feet of their phones and had to lie there for hours--which can actually result in kidney failure, tissue damage, and death! Thank goodness you had the strength to drag yourself back in the house and didn't just lie in one place! I hope you are feeling MUCH better soon!
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OMG! That is terrifying! I am wishing you at least a comfortable recovery after that trauma.
Squinch
Feb 2021
#1
Oh, my Raven. I am so sorry but grateful you had the will & abiity to get yourself back inside.
hlthe2b
Feb 2021
#6
They stayed by me and licked my face the whole time I was trying to get back into the house. Then,
Raven
Feb 2021
#12
It's what Christopher Plummer suffered from which lead to his death.
littlemissmartypants
Feb 2021
#19