I met this lady when I was checking out Belize and the organization back in January. Now, she is my patient. She doesn't have any pain, but it is quite the eyesore to look at. 2-3 MD's have recommended the leg be amputated, but the patient see's no need since she is still able to function with it. Initially, she was treated for Leishmaniasis and the most recent dx is mycetoma. A US MD will be down next month to biopsy and take back to the states. The patient and her husband are praying for a miracle. I am too, but I also have to be realistic. It's a fine line to balance.
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Wow Heather, that must have been a lot of education included in that visit! Reminds me of the wound care clinic. It must be so different to have to wait for a doctor to come visit, instead of just paging a team! But during that time is when the help that you give, the compassion you show, and the knowledge you offer make such a difference :)
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