Trip to ER

[solobiker]

Just an update, my leg is looking much better. It was about 3 inches larger in diameter with the swelling and is now only about 1 inch larger then normal and only slightly red. I have had to take the week off from any exercise to decrease the risk of further infection to the leg. I am just happy it has gotten better. From now on I am going to be quite nervous around anything that could sting me. I never want to go through that again.
This experience has certainly provided me with a different perspective on things. I occasionaly would be dissapointed that with all of the exercise that I do my legs weren't more trim and toned, but,you know what my legs are the only ones that I have and they are what allows me to bike, hike, run, ski, etc. I usually think this way but sometimes I get in that rut that I want that "perfect pair" that always seems to be out of reach. Sorry for my little personal "insight" but I just wanted to share. Take care to all of you

[Zen]

So you didn't have to suffer through the
'flu-like symptoms"? You're lucky. Was it cellulitis after all or just reaction to the bite?

[elk]

This experience has certainly provided me with a different perspective on things. I occasionaly would be dissapointed that with all of the exercise that I do my legs weren't more trim and toned, but,you know what my legs are the only ones that I have and they are what allows me to bike, hike, run, ski, etc. I usually think this way but sometimes I get in that rut that I want that "perfect pair" that always seems to be out of reach. Sorry for my little personal "insight" but I just wanted to share. Take care to all of you

Sorry to hear about your encounter...and I second your epiphany! Amen!

[solobiker]

definately cellulitis, I am not back to normal yet. My leg hurts a bit and I am still feeling a little under the weather so to speak. The area was a little bigger this morning as I was on my feet all day yesterday while at work.

[Zen]

Oh, SB! You should be better by now
Rest all weekend, no chores, shopping, nothing. If you aren't 100% by Monday please go back to the Dr.