MC? What MC?

The first incident happened in less than a month after we moved to Kubang Kerian. I cut my thumb while washing the dishes. A big bowl (the gift that came with the purchase of a toothpaste) broke into half and cut deep into my thumb. Whitish matter (probably a nerve or tendon or something like that) can be seen.

I went to the HUSM, being the nearest hospital to our place. My left  thumb was given 5 stitches. I wasn't able to perform my works like cooking, washing dishes, doing laundry or even mopping the floor for more than a week. It's a bad feeling and I felt sorry for Wife who had to take over my responsibilities.

The second incident happened last month when my eyes became red. I had bad coughs and at a time, I developed a nasty fever. It got bad when my phlegm was yellowish and bloody. It took me 2 weeks to heal. Eye drops every 2 hours. Paracetamol. Good hygiene. Being careful with the kids. And out of the blue, I felt fine. It was a relief. But an unforgettable experience. 

I was clumsy for the first incident and I only had myself to blame. But for a person who had done cell culture for a few years, hygiene is always a concern to me. I just don't understand how the bugs got me last month.

Last Friday, I had slight pain on my left ankle. The skin was dry and seems cracked. The next day, it got worse. The ankle was inflammed and I started to have difficulty to walk. I took Cloxacillin 500mg at 4.30pm. It's a type of antibiotic and it is to be taken every 6 hours. On Sunday, The rash became redder.

What's going on, Daddy?

A deja vu feeling came to me. Another hospital visit in pipeline. My left leg became swollen. I felt feverish. 2 x-rays were taken on the left ankle. No infection was seen. No shadow could be seen around the bone, said the doctor. Osteomyelitis was ruled out.

Left leg was swollen.

It's another nightmare for Wife. She lost a good portion of study time yesterday, doing the kids' stuff. Putting them to sleep and waking up to feed the boys. I was feverish. I couldn't do much. I took 500mg of paracetamol and slept. I didn't feel good. Wife had to get things in order. 

The next step is to rule out the possibilities of me having diabetes. I had my blood taken for glucose checking. It might be one of the causes. For now, my leg is still feeling numb and painful. It's frustrating that I can't even send Darrien to school today and Wife had to take over the chauffeuring.

Let's get over with my suffering. 

#3 KL

Wife: Daddy is sick. Don't disturb him. Let him get well.

Darrien: Daddy go KL!?