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Post by Cameron on Jun 16, 2007 0:47:21 GMT -5
Well, along with family month I will be on and off constantly as my cousin, C.J. has been diagnosed with SJS or Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) is an immune-complex–mediated hypersensitivity complex that is a severe expression of erythema multiforme. It is known by some as erythema multiforme major, but disagreement exists in the literature. Most authors and experts consider SJS and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) different manifestations of the same disease. For that reason, many refer to the entity as SJS/TEN. SJS typically involves the skin and the mucous membranes. While minor presentations may occur, significant involvement of oral, nasal, eye, girl thingyl, urethral, GI, and lower respiratory tract mucous membranes may develop in the course of the illness. GI and respiratory involvement may progress to necrosis. SJS is a serious systemic disorder with the potential for severe morbidity and even death. Missed diagnosis is common. Just so you know I copied and pasted this part *points above*He is in need of major attention and as I am the one that babysits him, this means I will not be on as often until my Aunt and Uncle return home. (after family month has been concluded) This is C.J. he is just like my very own baby and I am devistated that this has happened. But I know God Knows what he is doing and I am putting my trust with him.
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Post by PandaLover on Jun 16, 2007 0:58:30 GMT -5
Oh, he is so cute. I hope he is ok, Cameron. I really do. That is horrible that it happened to him.
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Post by Farnley Kombu on Jun 16, 2007 9:39:48 GMT -5
I'm so sorry, Cam. I hope everything gets better.
You and him will be in my prayers.
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Post by Linaeve on Jun 16, 2007 19:17:04 GMT -5
Awww, Cam, I'm so sorry ): You and your family also will be in my prayers, and I understand completely that real life is more important than the Valley. You will definately be missed when you're not here. *hugs*
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Post by ryuukokoro on Jun 16, 2007 20:58:22 GMT -5
I'm so sorry, Cam.
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Post by Saiki on Jun 16, 2007 21:22:14 GMT -5
We'll keep you and your family and in our prayers. I hope in the end everything turns out okay.
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Post by Cameron on Jun 18, 2007 16:27:48 GMT -5
Thanks guys, I appreciate it. He's doing better, and his outbreak has settled down, but C.J.'s still having trouble swalowing so I still have to watch him even closer. On a lighter note though we went to the lakes Sunday afternoon and we were hoping to go today, but unfortunatly there were three bear sitings and I'm stuck home. Another thing, my Aunty Becky(C.J's mom) is thinking about going home early, she's still kind of shaken about the whole incident and feels she needs to be with her mother and father back in Wasilla.
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