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Horrible news I've only met Chris a few times over the years, but he was always a nice guy. Was this just a case of Pnuemonia gone wild?
The pneumonia which is an infection of the lungs is just one of different illnesses that can lead up to ARDS. ARDS basically doesn't allow the lungs to supply enough oxygen to the rest of the body... Leading to multiple organ failure. It's honestly pretty nasty stuff... =\
The pneumonia which is an infection of the lungs is just one of different illnesses that can lead up to ARDS. ARDS basically doesn't allow the lungs to supply enough oxygen to the rest of the body... Leading to multiple organ failure. It's honestly pretty nasty stuff... =\
From what I read, you're exactly right. And as much as the phrase "he's in a better place" is thrown around, I think it's very true in this case. The info I read said that even if patients with ARDS pull through, their organs (brain lungs etc) most times aren't the same. If the brain wasn't getting proper oxygen, he could have ended up "living" with severe brain damage so he wouldn't be the same Chris that so many have fond memories of. I had to make a DNR decision on my mom when I was 19 in very similar circumstances. Toughest decision I've ever made but you have to think hard about the quality of life and what that person would have wanted. I know he passed on his own, but hopefully some can find comfort in knowing that he truly is in a better place.
And again, please ket us know if an account is established to help his family with medical expenses.
To those interested, we are going to have a memorial dinner in Chris' honor tonight. All are welcome. More of an event to talk about memories more than anything.
Please send me a message if you are attending for a head count please.
Gus & George's Spaghetti & Steak House
4312 Virginia Beach Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
5:00pm.