Life Update: My Sister's Still in ICU
It takes one to get sick, but it takes the whole community to heal.
I'm usually not the one to beg for help, but I'm already desperate. Most of my donation drives before were not for me, but for other people. This time, this is for my sister. I am already so grateful for the help of the entire Hive community that was spearheaded by @worldmappin. As an update to what's happening, my sister is still in the ICU and she was supposed to be transferred to the normal ward today, but she had seizures. I honestly don't know anymore. One day her progress was impressive and then she will crash the next day.
I hope this post will serve as an update to you all on what's happening to her. More than that, it serves as an outlet for me. I don't know where to rely at this point. The community has been very helpful in sending positive thoughts and prayers aside from the monetary contributions. I don't know how I will sustain her daily medications on top of her mounting hospital bill, but it's the least of my concern as of this moment. I just want her to be okay. I'm just not ready yet on anything that might happen to her.
You all have been so helpful and I'll forever be grateful for that. I'm glad to be part of the community that values its members. At this point, just an upvote and reblog of this post will suffice. I just want to help with her daily medicines in any way I can.
My sister has been my confidant when it comes to household affairs. I don't know if I'll be able to manage the bills without her support. When I was scammed earlier this year, all I hear from her was, "Okay ra na Nong, ako lang bahala. Mangutang lang ko." (It's okay brother, I'll take care of everything. I'll just take a loan.). It's all the assurance that I needed to hear even if I know she was already burdened by her own debts.
I just learned a few days ago from her friends who visited that she helped a lot of people. I was wondering why she's in constant debt and now it made sense. She helped a lot of people and those people are now also giving back.
Honestly, I'm slowly slipping away. I'm so confused as to what's happening. One thing is for sure, I witnessed twice the life in her eyes slowly drifting away; one in the emergency room last November 5 and the other in the ICU last November 9. Earlier this afternoon, I also witnessed her seizures twice. The feeling of helplessness is unbearable that my younger brother got out of the ICU as he couldn't take it anymore. It was so painful to watch, but I didn't have a choice but to be with her. She wants to know that we are with her and I don't want her to be disappointed.
To those who sent their HIVE and HBD, I'll forever be grateful. Thank you so much! You all have made a difference especially when we had nothing. Her insurance coverage was eaten on the second day in ICU. We have to buy her daily medicines and I honestly had no idea how I was able to sustain everything until now. One thing is for sure, any small amount sent to me has a huge difference.
I still have to recount everything that happened since the start of her admission to the hospital and then her diagnosis of SLE (systemic lupus erythematosus). First her kidney was attacked by her own immune system causing Stage 3 renal failure, then her heart and she had a heart attack during the time we were in the emergency room, then her lungs were filled with fluid to the point that she was internally drowning. Now, she's having seizures and it might still be caused by her lupus. She will be scheduled for MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan tomorrow. She had her EEG (electroencephalogram) earlier to monitor her brain activity. That was after her seizures four times.
I already paid almost PHP 100,000.00 on medicines and laboratory tests alone. Our outstanding hospital bill is already at PHP 450,000.00 based on the update earlier this morning. The doctors' professional fee is still to be accounted in the final billing and she already had 10 doctors. But I'll think of the hospital bills later. I have to make sure she's okay and that's when the monetary problem comes into play.
Thank you so much to the @worldmappin team for the all out support! I don't know if I was able to manage it without you guys. Thank you to my friends! It goes to show you really loved me even if I'm not that easy to love. Thank you to @indayclara who has been my constant companion during these trying times. To those who extended their help, please know that I tried to take note all of you. Please don't be offended if you were not mentioned this time. I'll personally thank you all in the future.
I guess that's all for this update.
Lots of strength, my friend, now it's up to you to pass it on. I wish you all the best. A hug @ybanezkim26
Thank you so much! I needed all the positive thoughts and vibes and hugs and prayers right now because I don't know anymore.
Sending you and your sister lots of positive thoughts hugs and love my friend! <3
Thank you so much, Liz! You're the very first person I informed and you immediately mobilized everyone. Your constant check on me is greatly appreciated. We haven't met and we are thousands of miles away, but you never failed to make me feel that I can rely and talk to you about anything. Thank you! Thank you! I really appreciate you!
Of course dear @ybanezkim26😘😘
Wish you all the best 🙏 repost.
Greetings friend, with God's favor your sister will be healed, I hope God heals her and you get out of this difficult situation, may God bless you.
Thank you so much! I need all the prayers right now!
I feel the same with my brother too. He has been like my twin who totally gets me and we're always a team. I can just imagine how heavy youre feeling right now. Im sincerely hoping that she gets better, but till then, be strong po @ybanezkim26.
I'm also barely holding on, but I have no choice but to be strong for her. My mother is also relying on me to make informed decisions for her.
Sending you all positive thoughts… big !HUG my friend 🤗🤗
Thank you so much, my friend! 😊
You are welcome 🤗
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Hala, i hope your sister will get well soon 🥹 sending all the love and prayers for your sister 🫶🏻💖
Thank you so much!
I'm so sorry to hear that. It's just so sad when you see the nicest and most caring people being sick, and you can only watch, unable to do anything 😔. It's just unbelievable that you have to pay hospital bills. With all my health problems, I can't imagine how I would survive without healthcare. I wish her all the best and for you to stay strong!
I also don't know why it's the nicest people who suffers like this. There's no one to blame because her disease is autoimmune.
Greetings. Sending prayers to your sisters.
Thank you so much!
may god bless her
Thank you!
Kim... I don't know any words that could comfort you but know that I'll always try to help you in any way I can.
Hi @wittyzell, I read the post because you reposted. I cross posted it to Hive JA. I'm deeply sorry for the situation and I wish for Kim's sister's recovery.
Thank you so much @akipponn!
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Thank you so much!
Thank you so much, witty! You've done more than enough and I'm so grateful for that.
I don't know what comforting words to say Kim 🥹.
Hoping and praying your sister will be fine.
Thank you so much! Prayers are already a big help.
Much strength wished to you and your sister!! <3
Thank you!
Wishing the best that she pulls through this and recovers! Wish I could donate more at this time but will try and help later, stay strong.
Thank you so much! You don't have to donate more. This is more than enough.
So sorry to know what your sister has been through :( Hang in there guys, it will surely get better!
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Hopefully there's no lasting damage in her brain. She's scheduled for MRI at 8 PM and it's already 3 PM here. We are still waiting for the results of her EEG, but hopefully everything will be good news from now on.
I wish your sister a speedy recovery, and I wish you strength and resilience. Everything will be okay because you’re doing everything, and everyone's prayers and help from many will be beneficial!
Thank you so much! I badly needed strength to continue as I don't have a choice but to continue fighting for her. I know she would do the same if I were in her place.
The closeness and help between brothers is special and impressive. All that matters is that your sister gets well soon.
My better wishes for you and your Sister, i really hope her Healty soon. God bless your family 🙏🏽❤️🙌🏽
Thank you so much! 🙏
Thank you so much, guys! Deeply humbled and loved at the same time. It's during these times the Hive community always rise to help. I'll catch some sleep now and I'll reply to every comment in the morning.
We are with you @ybanezkim26❤️❤️❤️
Immensely grateful from the very beginning! Thank you so much!
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Thank you for sharing this update despite the difficulty of the situation. Your strength and dedication to your sister are admirable. We are thinking of you, whether through thoughts, prayers, or contributions. Every gesture, no matter how small, can make a difference.
I am sending you all my support and hope your sister will recover soon. Keep holding on, even if it feels insurmountable. You are not alone in this fight. Take care of yourself and your family. Stay strong! 🌟
Thank you so much! I have to do anything and everything for her. I know she would do the same if I was in her place.
Glad and very grateful to know that everyone in Hive helped me a lot in this fight.
I pray to god your sister will be healthy soon.. may all your worries convert into happiness...
Thank you so much! 🙏
@ybanezkim26 don't worry everything will be ok! 🫂✨️
I hope so the soonest!
Muchas cosas buenas para tu familia, y hermana @ybanezkim 😊🥰 pronta recuperación ❤️🩹 y pensamiento 💯 positivo..Bendiciones!! 😊😊😊🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Thank you so much! 🙏
I really wish you and your sister recovery. This must be really really hard for you. Sending you strength virtually
Thank you! I thought I can do anything, but seeing her fighting just to take a normal breath is too much! I rarely cry, it was just too much to see.
Sending a lot of strength for you and prayer for your sis...
Thank you so much! 🙏
Greetings @ybanezkim26 ,
The situation indeed seems dire...I am happy to hear your sister has family and friends....I also hope she is a believer in Jesus Christ. As Christ has promised to never leave us or forsake us.
It is faith alone in Christ alone for salvation as written in John 3.16..For you see God loved the world so much that He sent His uniquely born Son (Jesus Christ) so that whosoever/anyone who believes in Him, shall not perish but have Eternal Life.
Once we are believers He promises to deliver us through the problems or from the problems. If you are a believer in Jesus Christ...Psalm 23 can be of great comfort in this time....as well as John 14.
Thinking and praying for you and your family, Kind Regards, Bleujay
Thank you so much! 🙏
I wish her quick recovery in Jesus name, Amen
Thank you!
I wish your sister a speedy recovery. And to you and your family, patience and resilience!
Thank you so much! Resilience to continue fighting until the end.
May my God grant her fast recovery and a healthy life. Amen
Thank you!
You're welcome
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With lots of love and care for your sister, I pray for a faster recovery of your sister. Be strong my friend. Take care of yourself also.
Thank you! I felt like my body is on the verge of giving up, but my mind is focused on her.
Having the support of Hivers from all over the world is incredible, friend, my sister was also hospitalized for more than a month and it was difficult to pay for the medical expenses, supplies and exams, quite an odyssey, but thank God and many angels, little by little she He is recovering, as will your sister, friend, a lot of strength from that. I am sure that they will emerge victorious to move forward.
It's humbling to know that I still have the support from everyone even if I rarely post.
One thing at a time, as you say. Hang strong in there, you got this. All the best for you both, crossing fingers for a fast recovery! !BBH
Thank you! Indeed, one thing at a time. I never thought I'll be able to manage her medical expenses, but help came when badly needed.
That's good to hear. Whishing a steady and fast recovery! !BBH
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Get well soon! Sending love and prayers to your sister 🙏
Thank you so much! 🙏
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Much strength in this process. My prayers go with you.
Thank you!
Sending strength, hugs and lots of love for you and your sister.
Thank you so much! 😭😭😭
My thoughts and prayers for your sister's healing, and strength for you and your family <3
Thank you, @lizelle! Your contribution goes a long way.
Praying for your sister's recovery sir. Keep up the faith in God
Thank you so much!
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God bless your sister. We're a small community that's still trying to survive with others supports, but we'll still try to give you some support. I wish we had big voting power that we could use to help you big time.
No help is small. Thank you for making a post. I reblogged it. With your good intentions, I hope you'll succeed in your endeavors.
Hey, its my pleasure. Thanks for the reblog. I hope it gets some good upvotes that should help you in some way.
I pray for your sister's recovery. Stay strong, bro.
Get well sooner po🙏 !BBH
Thank you! 🙏
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I am sending support from India. Get well soon sister.
Thank you!
Sending you heartfelt prayers buddy
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Don't forget to take care of yourself pd.... You'll need all the strength to support your sister... Hoping for her recovery. 🙏♥️
I am very sorry for your situation. I just pray that your sister gets better soon. Many blessings to you and your family. Lots of faith and strength.
Sending positive thoughts, energy and love to your sister and the whole family. ❤️
I hope your sister gets better. I understand your feelings very well. I lost someone in my family. Even though it's a difficult time I hope you are in good spirits. Give you a big hug.
May Allah your sister will heal soon..she will be alright In Sha Allah
Greetings @ybanezkim26, I pray to God that your sister gets better soon and gives you the strength you need to support her in this difficult situation.🙏😊
God bless you!
I know that ICU is one of the hardest moments of life for both patient and patient relatives. All you can do is to follow her hourly or daily test results. Hope she will be fine.
Thoughts are with you during these troubled days.
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This time is very difficult because in 2018 when my mother was also in the hospital, we still remember everything, so this is the time when we all can support each other. We pray that your sister get well soon.
Hi Kim! Keeping you, your sister, and your whole family in my prayers. All will be well in Jesus' name🙏
I hope your sisters heals and get betters soon as possible. I will definitely pray blessings for her health.
I hope he can get out of the ICU, and can recover. A lot of faith.
Get well soon. Blessings
Prayers sent to your Sister @ybanezkim26
Hope ma okey ra iya mga lab test.
My heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. I admire your strength and the support of this wonderful community. 🙏
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I understand every situation is unique, but I've seen remarkable improvements, even in cases that seemed hopeless. If you’re open to it, I’d love to share more about it or connect you with those who've had positive experiences. Sending all my prayers and strength your way.
I am so sorry to hear this! I hope she will be okay very very soon 🙏🏼
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We are a family focussed on being strong and positive in the face of things that hurt and go wrong, even though we are very sad. I will pray for your brother to get back to his former health as soon as possible. I hope that your brother will get back on his feet as soon as possible and tell you, it's okay brother, I'll take care of everything.
This is, really, so heartbreaking! It's been a while since I literally had no clue what to write in this damn 'comment box'. I keep praying for you guys! Stay strong!!
I wish your sister a speedy recovery, I'm sending you all of the love, light and hope you need to get through this period.
Sending prayers! Get well soon sa kanya.
Sending prayers of comfort and healing. 🙏🙏
Praying for her fast recovery 🙏