#or if this is becoming a peritonitis

[krisantium]

I know that season 2 is all about build-up but I still disappointed at how little we got about the Hwang Brothers so I entertain (and bully) myself with headcanons I made up inside my head.

By the time their father married Junho's mom, Inho was already a teenager (probably around 15-17 yo). Junho was born shortly after that so that explains the huge age gap between these two (we know Inho was born in 1976 from his player databook so it makes him 48 last season while Junho is probably still in his early 30s considering the actor's age).

Inho spent years being an only child and the prospect of having a sibling when he is already a big boy scares and excites him at the same time. When he knew that the sibling is a boy, his excitement grew and he instantly fell in love with his baby brother since the first time he came into this world

Their father passed away when Junho was still too young to remember and understand what and how a father is like. The situation only makes Inho's sense of love and protectiveness towards his brother grew bigger. He can't let his baby brother grows up without a father figure to guide him, so he became one. Inho was not only a brother but a father figure to Junho

When Junho was about 10 years old, he suffered from a chronic kidney disease. He is intolerant to hemodyalisis and someday his peritoneal dialysis machine didn't work anymore and it nearly took him. Inho was already a policeman by that time. On his graduation day, the sick Junho once told him that he will become a policeman too in the future, just like his brother. When he got a call from home telling him that his brother is in the hospital again and is very sick because his machine failed, he rushes as soon as he can. He find a very pale, nearly lifeless Junho still able to smile at him when he's at his door. Inho already made a choice by then. "I'll do anything to watch you become a policeman," he said while hugging his baby brother. Months later the transplantation took place.

The very young Junho nearly got a panick attack before they both get into the operation room. He was still a child after all. Inho did everything he can to calm him. Junho was first to get sedated and his last memory before shutting down was his brother's hand reaching for his.

Life is good again, and as he promised, he wacthed Junho grows and become a policeman, just like him. Junho's whole world really revolves around his brother.

If only we get their backstory more (hope we will in S3), because, everything, the story in whole would have been much more simpler, less complicated if they don't love each other that much. Junho went through hell to find his brother, only to get shot by the said brother and have a near death experience. Would have been easier if he just let go after that. While for Inho, why didn't you just shot your brother in the head? Even a non fatal shot to your brother makes your hands trembling and haunts you in your sleep. Where is the merciless phsyco with records of mass murder?

The backstory is so needed. To some people, their actions towards each other may not make sense.

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— ★ tomorrow

↳ summary: “I wasted all those yesterdays, and now,—“ His words trailed off with a sigh, his eyes red-rimmed from hours of tears shed in the hospital, his gaze blurry as it searched for her face, “—What if I am completely out of tomorrows?”

↳ warnings: hospitals, mentions of gunshot wounds, pain, regret, not proof-read. No use of “y/n”

↳ author’s note: This is fluff, I promise the end is really sweet! This is also inspired by different, random, pinterest quotes my friends sent me. Enjoy!

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No one enjoyed hospitals. The colors lacked vibrancy, the sounds became repetitive after a few minutes, the antiseptic smell was overpowering, the food tasted bland, and the anxious wait for news about a loved one was excruciating.

Unfortunately, the team was all too familiar with hospital waiting rooms, and even more unfortunate was their familiarity with being patients themselves.

Thankfully, the Federal Employees' Compensation Act provided some relief. Without it, they couldn't even begin to fathom the astronomical medical bills they'd be facing.

Tonight, however, finding themselves stuck in the uncomfortable chairs of the hospital waiting room had not been part of their plans.

The young genius's head throbbed relentlessly, a sensation he'd endured for weeks. The unimaginable pressure around his entire head, compounded with the bright light reflecting off the hospital's shiny white walls, the incessant beeping and the sounds of loved ones crying doing nothing other than intensify his discomfort.

The nurse they had bombarded with questions upon arrival had emerged not long ago to thankfully inform them that everything was alright. The surgery had gone well, and she was now in recovery. Soon enough, if they wished, they could stop by her new temporary room and visit her.

By now, most of the team had returned to the office. Hotch had been called back to work to tackle the pending files on their desks. Fortunately, he had allowed Rossi and Reid to remain behind. Ostensibly, their task was to update the team on her condition, but both of them understood that even if that hadn’t been necessary, there was no force on earth that could have budged Spencer from his spot, where he had been stationed for the last however many hours.

Spencer could feel David's gaze piercing through him. He wanted to snap at him, but he knew his current behavior had undoubtedly attracted more attention than just the older agent's. Clutching at his head, tugging on strands of hair intermittently, his leg bouncing up and down, with eyes tightly shut—his agitation was palpable.

“Kid, they said she’s alright. You need to relax.”

It was true, they had been told that, but it did little to reassure him. His mind raced through various worst-case scenarios. Her wound could become infected, or there might be undetected damage to internal organs. He fretted over potential complications like inflammation of the peritoneum, the formation of blood clots, or even damage to blood vessels leading to reduced blood flow to vital organs, potentially resulting in organ dysfunction or failure.

“The survival rate might seem high, but statistically speaking, complications can arise, even with the best medical care.”

“Spencer—“

“For instance, studies have shown that gunshot wounds to the abdomen carry a significant risk of infection, with rates as high as 20%. And there’s the possibility of peritonitis, which occurs in approximately 10% of cases.”

“Kid—“

“Organ damage is also a concern, particularly with injuries to vital organs like the liver or intestines. Even with the most advanced treatments—“

“Reid!”

For the first time since he sat down, his leg ceased its relentless movement. His hand, which had been tugging at the ends of his hair, relaxed and dropped to his lap, along with the hand he had been waving in the air to explain the statistics. His eyes unclenched, the worry in his brow disappearing as the rest of his facial muscles relaxed.

“What is going on, Spencer?”

The genius's eyes met the older agent's worried gaze with deliberate blinks, adjusting to the harsh fluorescent lights overhead while tuning out the cacophony of noise that surrounded them. “I just— I”

“I never told her and I— I don’t— “ His breathing was uneven, his words tumbling out faster than his mind could keep pace, his mouth struggling to articulate as his chest constricted with anxiety.

A gentle weight settled on his shoulder, its warmth grounding him as it gave a light shake, bringing him back to the present moment and prompting him to pause and take a breath.

“Rossi I- I devoted half my time since meeting her to loving her, only to spend the other half hiding it from her.”

With a sigh, the formerly retired agent settled down next to the much younger agent, his hands staying on the genius's shoulder as he shifted slightly to find a comfortable position.

Reid's gaze lingered on Rossi's face for a moment before he averted it, focusing instead on the bustling activity in the hallway where nurses and doctors hurried back and forth attending to patients.

“Every moment we shared, every laugh, every smile she graced me with, even in her unconscious gestures—“ His gaze returned to the hallway momentarily before lowering to where his hands rested on his knees. With a quick, almost imperceptible shake of his head, he cleared his throat. “Every time I looked at her, the words swelled in my throat. I longed to tell her how much she truly means to me, the happiness and peace she effortlessly brings into my world.”

“To tell her that I love her. That I have for a while now.”

David’s mouth opened, but before he could utter a word, Spencer's pointer finger shot up in the air, silencing any impending speech. It hovered there for a brief moment before his whole palm opened, effectively halting whatever words David had intended to say and then dropping back down to his lap.

“Every single time, I held back. I stopped myself from reaching out to her, from letting my true feelings spill out, from whispering all the things I desperately wished she knew.” His words cracked along with his voice as he, for the first time, admitted aloud feelings he had hidden for so long. “And with my heart pounding in my ears, I always just watched her, silently promising myself, ‘Tomorrow. I’ll tell her tomorrow.’”

“I wasted all those yesterdays, and now,—“ His words trailed off with a sigh that escaped his lips, his eyes red-rimmed from hours of tears shed in the hospital, his gaze blurry as it searched for the older man’s face, “—What if I am completely out of tomorrows?”

They sat in silence for a moment, the weight of Spencer's admission hanging between them until the ringing of a phone shattered the stillness. With a sigh, Rossi reached into his pocket, retrieving the vibrating phone and glancing at the contact name.

“She’ll be okay, kid.”

With one final, reassuring squeeze to his shoulder, the older man rose to his feet, his knee cracking audibly as he turned to leave. Despite his efforts at reassurance, Spencer's profound anxiety remained largely unchanged.

He felt utterly helpless, his mind desperately grasping for solutions, for the comforting embrace of statistical analysis with its reassuring numbers. But instead, there was only silence. For the first time in his life, his mind was empty, devoid of answers, devoid of the usual cacophony of thoughts and calculations.

He couldn't recall the moment the nurse returned to inform him that he could visit her, nor did he remember following the nurse into the room and settling down beside her bed.

He cast restless glances around the room, his eyes darting from one piece of medical equipment to another, then flitting to the walls and ceiling. His gaze moved incessantly, pausing only briefly before moving on, taking in every detail. Except for her.

Alone in the quiet with her, he couldn't bring himself to meet her frame. To look at her now would make everything feel too real, and his heart was already heavy with pain.

His body felt like it was betraying him. Breathing became labored, thoughts fragmented, and the pain in his heart seemed insurmountable.

He wanted to tell someone— no, he wanted to tell her, but he knew she wouldn’t have a solution like she always did. So he sat there, his hands nervously tugging at strands of hair, eyes squeezed shut against the overwhelming cacophony of beeping machines surrounding them.

His heart weighed heavily in his chest, burdened by the weight of pain, regret, and fear. It was a sensation he never wanted to experience again, a darkness that threatened to engulf him entirely.

Throughout the night, nurses came and went. Some spoke to him, gave him updates on her condition but he didn’t listen. He tried, he just couldn’t understand it.

As the first light of dawn crept over the horizon, he reluctantly turned his gaze toward her bed. His eyes lingered on her hand, once so delicate and warm in his, now adorned with tubes and wires connecting her to different machines.

With a heavy sigh, his eyes remained fixed on her hand as he leaned forward, feeling the strain in his back from hours of immobility. With gentle care, he reached out and clasped her hand in his, his thumb tracing soothing circles over the back of it, mindful of the wires and tubes.

He remained still for a moment, relishing the warmth of her hand in his before allowing his gaze to travel up her arm, eyes tracing the patterns of the thin, cream-colored blanket that draped over her midsection when they got there. Then, his gaze shifted to her other arm, positioned protectively over her stomach where the wound lay, as if guarding it from further harm.

He studied the blue hospital gown draped over her body, its hue accentuating the sickly paleness of her skin. He traced every curve, every wrinkle, every wire, everything until his eyes finally met her bruised face.

She looked so peaceful and beautiful, devoid of worry. The furrows that typically marked her brow now absent, her closed eyes darting beneath her lids.

Tears welled in his eyes, the overwhelming emotions washing over him as he gazed upon her form. There was no smile, no gentle words escaping her lips, just a faintly parted mouth and serene countenance.

“Please wake up.” he whispered, his voice raspy from not being used in hours. “Please.” The desperation in his voice was evident in the way it cracked, in the way his chest tightened, in the way his throat constricted.

But she didn’t. Not for two weeks.

The medics reassured the team that she was showing positive signs and was going to be fine. They explained that in cases of severe internal bleeding within the abdominal cavity, it was common for patients to take longer to regain consciousness. "Sometimes, this can lead to hypovolemic shock and reduced blood flow to vital organs, including the brain," said the doctor they were currently questioning, one arm cradling a notepad against his chest while the other gestured towards her on the hospital bed, "which contributes to the prolonged unconsciousness she's experiencing."

Once the team's questions were answered, the doctor turned towards the door, his pen moving rapidly across the notepad as he scribbled something down. Upon reaching the door, he paused, pivoting back to face them. "While I can't predict the exact timeline for her awakening, I want to reassure you that we're doing everything we can to support her recovery." Tucking his pen back into his chest pocket, he scanned the room, meeting each person's gaze before lingering on on the genius’.

"Every individual responds differently to trauma and surgery, and it's not uncommon for patients to take some time to regain consciousness," he said, his tone gentle and reassuring, his kind smile directed at Spencer. "However, I want to emphasize that she's showing positive signs of progress, and her body is responding well to treatment. She should be waking up soon." With a final nod in the genius’ direction, he opened the door and disappeared into the flow of medical staff and patients outside her room.

The doctor's reassuring words and comforting demeanor provided Spencer with a small sense of relief.

As the days stretched on, nearing the two-week mark since her surgery, Spencer's exhaustion was becoming more evident. Dark circles underlined his eyes, his hair unkempt, and he felt the weight of fatigue settling into his bones. Sitting by her bedside day after day had taken its toll, leaving him feeling drained and with a sore backside.

It wasn’t until night, when he was alone with her again that he made a promise. “If you wake up tomorrow, I promise—“ He delicately released her hand, curling his fingers into a fist before extending his pinky finger to link with hers. “I pinky promise,” he whispered, a soft, trembling laugh escaping his lips as he recalled her insistence that a promise was only truly binding if sealed with a pinky. “If you wake up tomorrow, I’ll tell you everything.”

He had made up his mind days ago, swearing to himself that the moment she regained consciousness, he would lay everything bare. He hoped that verbalizing the promise would somehow penetrate her unconsciousness and draw her back to him.

As the night wore on and the room bathed in the soft glow of predawn, his senses awakened to a subtle movement near his head, his mind clouded with confusion as he remained still, trying to grasp his surroundings.

He found himself in a hazy state, unable to pinpoint the exact moment sleep had claimed him, yet the sensation of their linked pinkies lingered, his other hand placed gently on her leg, while his head rested on the bed.

It wasn’t until he felt his pinky being squeezed that Spencer’s senses sharpened, his back straightening with a crack as his eyes snapped into focus on her. The familiar furrow returned to her brow as she squeezed her eyes shut, her free hand instinctively reaching up to rub at her forehead.

His breath caught in his throat, his body frozen as he stared at her, his heart pounding loudly in his ears.

“Spence?”

Her voice was raspy, her tone confused as her eyes opened and scanned the room. Without hesitation, he rose from his seat, hands releasing hers as he hurried to the table with the water bottles. He swiftly grabbed one, unscrewing the cap as he returned to her side.

She struggled to lift herself up on her elbows, her eyes tracking his movements, fixated on the open water bottle as he presented it to her. With a gentle nod from her, he brought the bottle closer, tipping it carefully as it reached her parched lips, his other hand positioned beneath her chin, ready to catch any droplets that might escape.

After consuming almost half of the bottle, she gently pushed it away from her lips, taking a moment to swallow the last gulp before lying back down.

He remained in a state of shock, his mind racing faster than it had in weeks, attempting to process the moment as he observed her shifting, striving to find a comfortable position.

“Spence?”

“You—” he began, his words trailing off as he struggled to articulate his thoughts. “You are awake.”

At his words, a gentle smile, the one he had longed to see for weeks, graced her lips. She nodded in acknowledgment as she looked at him. Without hesitation, he moved forward, enveloping her in a tight embrace, being careful not to hurt her. "You're awake," he whispered softly, his face nuzzling into her neck.

He knew he was supposed to call a nurse in —something the staff had reminded him of repeatedly— , but in that moment, he couldn’t bear to let her go. So, he held her tighter, his arms enveloping her as if protecting her from everything, his hand gently cradling the back of her head, thumb tracing soothing circles as he drew her closer.

They stayed like that for what felt like an eternity before he released her from his embrace, his body reluctantly withdrawing from her warmth. His hands remained, tenderly cupping her face as he gazed into her eyes, memorizing every detail of her being.

"I have to tell you something," he whispered, gently tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ear. The familiar nerves and doubt flooded back, causing his heart to race so fast that he knew that if he had been the one hooked up to the machines, medics would have surely burst into the room thinking someone was having a heart attack.

He hesitated, his eyes lingering on her face, absorbing every detail illuminated by the gentle glow of the sun filtering into the room.

In his hesitation, his mind revisited every memory he shared with her. He recalled the moments he wanted to confess but held back, as well as his conversation with Rossi. Then, the memory of their pinky promise last night resurfaced, reminding him of his commitment. He couldn’t break a pinky promise.

“Spencer?”

“I love you.” There. He said it. His gaze lowered in fear of rejection, the nerves in his stomach growing, but he kept going, he had to. “I am so unimaginably in love with you.”

“Spencer—“

“No, I need—“ he paused, his eyes brimming with unshed tears, gazing still fixated downward as he cleared his throat from the imaginary knot that was beginning to form there. “I need you to know that every time you smile, every time you laugh, every time you talk to me, it’s like my whole world lights up.”

“And when you look at me, it’s like everything else fades away, and there’s just you.” With a deep inhale, he squeezed his eyes shut, colors swirling behind his eyelids from the pressure, before slowly exhaling and looking up to meet her gaze. “I can’t even scientifically explain how you make me feel. There is no book, or research article that explains what you make me feel.”

One of his hands left her face, gesturing through the air as he attempted to explain everything without the safety net of statistical knowledge. “Every time I’m near you, it’s like my heart speeds up so much that, scientifically speaking, I should be dead.” The quiet chuckle that escaped her lips reached his ears, easing the tight lines on his forehead as his lips formed into a gentle smile. “But it doesn’t matter, because being near you makes me feel more alive than I’ve ever felt before.”

“Every little thing you do, it just… it makes me fall more and more in love with you.”

“God, I’ve loved you for so long.” His hand halted its relentless movement and lowered to push the hair out of his eyes before running down his face with a grunt of frustration.

"I've fought multiple inner battles trying to tell you how I feel, only to back down at the last minute, silently promising myself that I would do it the next day."

Her eyes softened at his words, her lips pulling into a sad smile as his remained parted, eyes teary as they left her gaze and focused on his lap. “And then you got shot and I—“ The memories of everything that happened in the last two weeks rushing back to him. "I thought I had run out of next days.”

Her hand, which had been holding his against her cheek, shifted gently, cupping his cheek and wiping away the tear that had managed to escape his eyes.

With a sigh, he looked up to meet her eyes again, his own free hand coming up to hold the hand she now had on his cheek. He leaned into her touch, his head resting against her hand as she rubbed soothing circles against the stubble that had appeared after weeks of not shaving. “I adore you.”

His face inched closer to hers, resting his forehead against hers. "I’m fine with whatever you want as long as I'm able to have you in my life," he whispered, his warm breath brushing against her skin. "I love you so, so much. Always." With that, their foreheads separated and his lips moved up to plant a gentle kiss on her forehead.

The room fell silent, his words hanging in the air as she processed them. After another second, Spencer moved, standing up and letting her know that he was going to go get a nurse before quickly disappearing.

The nurses flooded her room with warmth and care, each one exuding kindness as they attended to her needs, explaining her situation, answering questions, and expressing relief that she was recovering well.

Spencer stood patiently by the door, his shoulder leaning against the frame as he observed the nurses with gratitude, thanking them as they left after ensuring everything was in order.

As the last nurse made her way to the door, she slowed her footsteps, casting a reassuring smile at Spencer. “I told you she’d be alright, sweetheart,” she said with a gentle tone.

Marisa, the lovely old nurse, had not only been concerned about his best friend’s well-being but also his. The genius could confidently say that, had it not been for Marisa, he probably would’ve starved in that hospital chair.

She would often stop by during her morning shift, offering reassurance that she would be alright, often bending a few hospital rules to make Spencer more comfortable, providing him with the comfiest blankets, or allowing him to take showers in the bedroom’s bathroom so he wouldn’t have to leave her side.

She also insisted on him taking breaks to get some fresh air, eat proper meals, and change his clothes, assuring him that if anything happened, she would call him immediately.

With a comforting squeeze to his arm, the nurse left, closing the door gently behind her and leaving the two of them alone in the room.

As he settled back into the familiar chair, their eyes met once more, exchanging a silent understanding. They sat in comfortable silence for a while, relishing each other's presence. Eventually, Spencer broke the quietude. "I should call the team," he suggested softly.

He rose from the chair, his hand diving into his pocket to retrieve his phone. With his back turned to her, he scrolled through his contacts, his foot shifting slightly as he prepared to step away.

Before he could get far, his movements halted by the touch of her hand on his arm, he lowered his phone and turned back to her, meeting her gaze with curiosity. "Wait," she said softly. With a nod, he returned his phone to his pocket, yielding to her gentle tug until he found himself seated by her side on the bed.

A grunt of discomfort escaped her lips as she struggled to sit up, reaching out for his hand for support. Once she was upright, she shifted closer to him. “What are- oomf—“ before he could finish, his question was cut off by the sudden press of her lips against his, her hands gripping the back of his head.

His body momentarily stiffened, eyes widening in surprise as he tried to process what was happening. When it finally clicked, the initial shock turned into a gentle surrender as he closed his eyes, allowing himself to be swept away by the warmth of her lips against his.

With a soft exhale, his hand instinctively rose to caress her cheek, pulling her face even closer to his and deepening the kiss.

If he had ever believed his heart couldn’t beat any faster than when in her presence, he stood corrected. Now, he was certain he was experiencing a heart attack.

His lips moved against hers so perfectly, as if they had kissed a thousand times before, as if their souls recognized each other instantly.

It was perfect, not because it was flawless, but because it felt so real.

He never wanted to stop; her lips were addicting, but when his lungs screamed at him for air, he reluctantly pulled his lips away from hers, resting his forehead against hers as they caught their breath.

“I love you too, Spencer.”

His head jerked back, eyes wide open as he looked at her, scanning her expression, looking for any hint that she was lying, only to find honesty shining through her eyes.

With a laugh, she took his face back in her hands, pulling him closer and pressing a quick kiss to his lips. “You have, and will always be the one my heart searches for in a world full of everyone else.”

With a toothy smile, he pulled her lips back to his, chuckling inwardly, as their lips met, acknowledging that if he thought he reached the peak before, he was mistaken again. His heart was racing faster than ever before. A heart attack of a different kind.

A heart attack that he’d gladly experience a million times more.

[bleedingcoffee42]

Held off on this because it's becoming disheartening to see a lot of the BoB Tumblr research reposted or remastered with dubious credit, but at the end of the day I really want people to know about Norma Jean Darland Grant, Chuck Grant's wife.

Norma, I don't even know where to start with you. As I dive into the records to find people and make their stories known, nobody has had so much tragedy and absolutely bizarre circumstances revolving around their lives as you. I've never wanted to reach back in time and give someone a hug so badly as I do with this lady. I hope Chuck was your sunshine, I hope you found happiness, I wish you were not the victim of circumstances beyond your control.

Norma was born in Mahaska. Co, Iowa on February 11, 1923. Her father George was a farmer. Her mother Mable Moody Darland , was the daughter of a farmer. She had an older brother Donald. In 1925 they moved to Newton, Iowa, then ended up in Detroit.

Full stop, because George Darland...holy shit did this guy get into everything. And I do mean unbelievable non-stop news. In 1920 George was tearing down a cow barn with his father in law, barn collapses, father in law gets scalped. They have to take William Moody to town on a stretcher, George has a broken shoulder and helps carry him, Moody ends up with 21 stitches and no broken bones. In 1921 George , recently recovered from pneumonia, pulls some Oregon Trail shit and tries to get to his corn farming island in the river when the ferry rope broke, wagon fell off the barge, his team drowns and he almost drowns under one of them. Even the paper is like "damn, this is the unluckiest guy in Iowa." Oh...it's only 1921. Just wait.

He also got into a fight with some guy in town and got busted up earlier that summer, something about a cheese knife and billiard cue and- no- the article does not explain that. Oh, and don't forget the spreading viper he decided to catch in September. Throw in a modest sprained ankle in 1922. There are a few years without news, and I am sure it's just because it's not available to us a 100 years later, yet.

Mable Moody Darland dies in Detroit in 1929, of diffuse peritonitis, after what appears to have been a two year stint in the city to work at Braggs Mfg. After Mable dies, George goes home and the kids are at his parents in Barnes City while he heads to Des Moines to work for his brother. In 1930 Norma Jean writes to Santa and breaks my heart.

However, earlier that year in 1930 George gets involved in the B.O. Darland Grocery Store bullshit and gets shot. Here's the story.: There is a cop, William J. Aiken, who lives a few houses down from George's brother Bert and his family. George's brother Bert has a grocery store on the corner. George is working for him even though the census says he's a mechanic. Mrs. Aiken might be getting more than groceries from Darland's Grocery store. Husband goes to drag her out of the store, punches Bert, draws a gun, gun goes off and George is shot in the leg, then Aiken kicks the shit out of his wife all while Aiken's partner sits in the car and doesn't watch. Trial ensues, Aiken says he used the gun as a club to defend himself and doesn't know who's finger pulled the trigger. Front page Des Moines news, complete with maps! The Judge dismissed the case against Aiken, but Aiken loses his job as detective, and is also later arrested for bootlegging. Wild Norma has not one, but two, men in her life who get shot for being in the wrong place at the wrong time. This poor girl.

It seems George rebounded and found a new Mabel to marry, Mabel Kerr in 1931. Mabel #2's husband Jack, a coal miner who had been working the mines since he was orphaned at 9, was arrested for bootlegging. That left her and their 6 children out of luck as Jack was sentenced to 3 months in jail and a fine of $300. Well, along came the unluckiest guy in Iowa and they were married at her sister's house in Raritan, Illinois in 1931. (If you think Raritan sounds familiar it's because Raritan, NJ was home of Basilone. The Raritan River was where the Nixon Nitration Works was located on. People from this area in NJ left in the 1850s to go start a town with NJ names in Illinois just to fuck with me.)

In 1932 in Tracey, Iowa the schoolhouse George and family are living in, burns down. How much family? Unclear.

1933 rolls around. In Des Moines, Darland's Grocery-- Bert specifically--gets robbed at gunpoint March 16, for $15, milk, sugar, butter and eggs. The same day Jack Kerr visits his family in Albia. George dies March 30, 1933 in Oskaloosa?(maybe?) and I have no idea how. Mabel #2 moves on an remarries in 1938, and her Kerr kids go with her and the Darland kids eventually go west with the Darland family to LA. Norma lives with her aunt Mrytle Darland Morrow and goes to school in Santa Monica. Bert Darland moves west too, restarts the grocery business out there and sells it a few times. He avoids being shot, but a poodle did bite him at one point and couldn't be found so Bert probably got a lot of painful Rabies shots.

George is buried in Bellefontaine Cemetery where Mable #1 is, along with loads of Mable #2 family. There is a death notice in the paper, no obit. 'What Killed George Darland' haunts me because this man survived so much and there is no news about what finally got him.

Back to Norma . She goes to Santa Monica High School. Joins the World Friendship Club and Riding Club. In 1938 is at a party celebrating the engagement of her cousin Thelma. She joins the marines in 1943 and by war's end is a corporal. She is stationed at Miramar in San Diego, muster roll says she is with the aviation women's reserve squadron. In 1945 is maid of honor for a fellow marine friend. On her marriage certificate in Nov 1946 she lists her residence as Santa Monica.

How does she meet Chuck Grant who at this point has been out of the hospital a year and is dealing with paralysis and speech issues? Another burning question. However in November 1946 they go to Vegas with Chuck's friend Keith Morgan and his wife and get married. They move to San Diego where she becomes a cashier at the Naval Training Station. 40 hours a week as a payroll clerk. Chuck is used as an example of Navy efforts to assist wounded veterans in a newspaper article, possibly because Norma is working there. They have their first son Dan in 1947 and Charles Jr in 1951.

Then in September 8, 1954, Norma ODs. 7am Chuck goes to the bedroom and finds her, takes the kids to a friends house in Clairemont, and returns to call the cops at 9:15 am and answer questions. He told the detective he wanted to spare the kids the details of their mother's death and didn't want them present from the inquiry. It is ultimately ruled a suicide by the coroner, overdose by barbiturates.

Norma Jean Darland Grant was cremated and is buried in Rosecrans military cemetery in San Diego under her maiden name. I don't know if Chuck just signed off on paperwork and didn't correct it or what. The burial form stipulates there are interment rights in her grave but he ends up buried in Forest Lawn in LA instead.

Norma was 31 years old. From what we can tell, Chuck never remarried.

Thank you to @noneedtoamputate for caring about Chuck and his family and going on this journey of research into the Darlands. For every fact we unearth, we still gain no insight into Chuck's personality. But we've earned those Oregon Trail T-Shirts for learning about George. Thank you for listening to my screaming in the inbox because every. damned. person in Chuck Grant's orbit has some truly messed up shit in their lives. This post is a summary of months of research that has been interesting for sure.

[sexyandtalentedmen]

Male sex symbols through the decades - 1920's:

Rudolph Valentino (1895 - 1926)

Rodolfo Pietro Filiberto Raffaello Guglielmi di Valentina d'Antonguella, known professionally as Rudolph Valentino was an Italian actor who starred in several silent films. He was a sex symbol of the 1920s, known in Hollywood as the "Latin Lover"

He emigrated to the United States in 1913 and took a string of temporary jobs before becoming a film extra in 1914.He appeared in several films until 1921 - many of which are now lost. That year he got his major break when he appeared in the role of Julio in The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. He played leading roles in fourteen films as a romantic figure. When he appeared in The Sheik in 1921, women fainted in the aisles of theaters.

Valentino died suddenly of peritonitis on August 23, 1926, at the age of 31. His death at the height of his fame, and extensive media coverage, turned his funeral into a national event, at which large crowds attended. His early death caused mass hysteria among his fans. In both Europe and America, women reportedly killed or attempted to kill themselves over the news.

[starhour]

Maple was a sweet, playful kitten who brought endless love and joy to my life. She loved rolling in the sunshine, playing with her taco toy, obsessing over her big sister, and constantly being right beside of me. But Maple’s life was tragically cut short by Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP), a devastating disease that many believe to be untreatable.

In the face of heartbreak, I discovered something I hadn’t known before: FIP is treatable. While it was too late to save Maple, her story has become a rallying cry to raise awareness and ensure no other pet owner has to experience the same sorrow without knowing all their options.

Maple is now a Guardian Cat, watching over other kittens and cats who face the same diagnosis. Her legacy is my mission to spread hope, education, and resources about FIP treatment, giving other cats a chance to live full, happy lives.

By learning about FIP and advocating for better access to treatment, you can help honor Maple’s memory and save countless lives. Together, we can turn tragedy into action and ensure that Maple’s short but meaningful life leaves an enduring legacy.

Help me spread the word about FIP treatment.

Let’s make Maple proud. Her love lives on in every cat we save.

For more information and ways to donate, please visit https://zenbycat.org.

[nightingalesandnorco]

Thank you for this blog! I really like that you talked about the whole experience in the hospital from the beginning until the character is discharged. I think that can be so helpful for whump writers.

Is there a point where someone who is sick and ignoring it would have a dramatic turn to scare their friends and have to go to the hospital? Can pneumonia turn scary like that and what would the symptoms be? What would that hospital trip be like.

I'm happy to help!

So the timing of dramatic turns depends of a lot of factors like what the specific illness/infectious agent is, how generally healthy the person is, how much activity they've had while sick, etc. However, each type of serious infection carries the risk of complications specific to the affected body system such as respiratory distress or failure with pneumonia, ruptured appendix or gallbladder and peritonitis (infection of the lining of the abdominal cavity), kidney injury or failure with complicated UTI, or brain damage with meningitis. Viral illness typically resolve on their own (accept for hepatitis B/C/D, HIV, HPV, etc.) without serious complications.

Pneumonia can absolutely take a scary turn that leads to a hospital trip. In fact, pneumonia is usually hospital-worthy, especially if it's bacterial. Pneumonia initially presents as fever with chills, fast heart beat, cough with or without mucus (which may have pus or blood in it), chest pain, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue, and body and joint aches. A person with pneumonia may also be eating and drinking less because they can't stay oxygenated long enough take anything by mouth. People typically have to be treated in the hospital if they are struggling to breathe effectively without supplemental oxygen or if they are too sick to take care of themselves.

On the dramatic side, if pneumonia is left untreated, it can progress to respiratory distress or failure. A person in respiratory distress can present with difficulty breathing, fast breathing, wheezing, inability to get enough oxygen, using muscles in the neck and chest to breathe, a bluish tint to the lips, and confusion (not being able to answer all of these questions correctly: What is your full name? What is today's date? Where are you right now? Who is the current president? [the last question can be modified depending on the setting and person]). If someone were to listen to the person's lungs with a stethoscope, they would hear wheezes and crackles (which sound like velcro being separated; indicative of fluid in the lungs). If the person progressed to respiratory failure, their breathing would slow to a normal or low rate, their oxygen saturation (the amount of oxygen in their blood, shown as a percentage on a monitor [95-100% is normal]) would fall despite supplemental oxygen, they would become lethargic, and the skin on the face and chest would take on a bluish tint (especially the lips and tongue). At a passing glance, they may appear to be getting better, but their respiratory system is actually shutting down.

Now for the hospital stay. Whumpee would start in the emergency room, where they may have to wait a while if they are not in active respiratory distress or failure. When they get a bed, they will be assessed by an ER nurse and put on oxygen by nasal cannula. If the cannula cannot keep their oxygen saturation up, they will be switched to an oxygen mask. The head of their bed will be kept as upright as possible to facilitate breathing. They also be put on droplet precautions initially until the infectious agent of their pneumonia has been identified (droplet precautions will continue throughout the hospitalization if their pneumonia is bacterial). This means that all staff who see whumpee will be wearing surgical masks. The nurse's assessment will include questions about the history of whumpee's illness and general medical history; the questions for confusion discussed in the paragraph about respiratory distress; shining a penlight in their eyes, ears, nose, and mouth; lightly pinching the skin over their sternum to see if it flattens quickly (skin that stays pinched up indicates dehydration); listening to their heart, lungs, and intestines with a stethoscope; feeling their abdomen; feeling the pulses in their wrists and ankles/feet; feeling their arms and legs for swelling (due to fluid retention); squeezing the tips of their fingers to see how fast they turn pink again (returning to pink in under 3 seconds indicates adequate circulation); and testing the strength of their arms and legs against resistance. Whumpee with be placed on NPO status (nothing by mouth) until the care team knows what's wrong with them (in case they need surgery for whatever reason). A little while later, the nurse will start an IV on the whumpee and take blood for various tests, including a culture to determine the infectious agent of their pneumonia. After the blood is taken, whumpee will be given broad-spectrum antibiotics (like IV piperacillin/tazobactam [Zosyn]), medications to help them breath easier (IV steroids like methylprednisolone [Solu-Medrol]), and acetaminophen for pain. When the results of the blood culture come back about an hour or so later, whumpee will be given narrow spectrum antibiotics that are specifically effective against the infectious agent (like IV or oral amoxicillin-clavulanate [Augmentin]). If they are dehydrated, the will be given IV fluids and electrolytes. Whumpee will also get a chest x-ray to visualize the extent of their pneumonia.

If whumpee presents to the ER in respiratory distress, they may be put on CPAP or BiPAP (shown below) to keep their airways open.

If CPAP/BiPAP is unsuccessful or if whumpee progresses to respiratory failure, they will likely have be intubated. In this case, they will be put under heavy sedation with sedatives (like midazolam [Versed]) and paralytics (like vecuronium) so that they will not be distressed by the breathing tube. They will be weaned from the ventilator when they can maintain their own oxygen saturation.

After treatment in the ER, whumpee will either be admitted to the medical-surgical unit (if they are stable) or the ICU (if they are on CPAP/BiPAP or a ventilator, or in they are unstable in any way). Nurses will round every 4 hours on the med-surg unit and every 2 hours on the ICU to take vitals, give meds, and check the whumpee's respiratory status. If whumpee is conscious and not on CPAP/BiPAP, they will be encouraged to drink plenty of fluids, eat high-calorie-high-protein meals, and walk around the unit if they can do so safely. They will also continue to receive narrow-spectrum antibiotics, pain medications based on their pain level (1-3/10 pain: acetaminophen or ibuprofen; 4-7/10 pain: Percocet or codeine; 8-10/10 pain: morphine or oxycodone), and medications to help them cough up mucus (like guaifenesin). They will likely also be encouraged to use an incentive spirometer, which you can find information on in this post.

Assuming they are not experiencing respiratory distress or failure, whumpee with probably be discharged from the med-surg unit after 2-3 days but will continue taking oral antibiotics for 1-2 weeks. If they are on the ICU, they will likely be transferred to the med-surg unit once they are stable for 24 or so hours of observation, after which they will be discharged to continue taking antibiotics at home. They will be scheduled for a follow-up appointment a week after discharge.

Happy whumping!

[yonpote]

i guess because i am coming (ha) at omegaverse from my like trans queer perspective, my immediate assumption is that it is possible for omega men to have two holes LMAO i mean. literally. as a man with two of em myself. for example when it comes to bottom surgery, it is possible to obtain a penis while preserving the vagina. for both metoidioplasty and phalloplasty, it is rarer but fully possible to have these operations without a vaginectomy or scrotoplasty. and the same goes the other way! the most common vaginoplasty done on trans women involves the inversion of the penis to create the vaginal canal, but recently surgeons have been able to do whats called peritoneal pull-through vaginoplasty, which is actually a procedure that has been done for intersex cis women who were born without vaginas for much longer and only recently has been opened up as an option for trans women and nonbinary people who want a vagina while retaining their penis. and all of these procedures can be done while maintaining the reproductive parts, so its possible for ppl to impregnate or become pregnant (and obviously if hormones are involved that does make it harder but it is. possible)

SO LIKE WHAT IM SAYING IS WHY CANT OMEGA CIS MEN JUST HAVE TWO HOLES??? I JUST DONT WANNA BE THINKING ABOUT PUSHING OUT BABIES FROM THE SAME PLACE SHIT COMES OUT FROM AND ITS (SORTA) POSSIBLE IN REAL LIFE IM SICK OF BUTT BABIES

[killed-by-choice]

Julia L. Rogers, 20 (USA 1973)

At the age of 20, Julia L. Rogers underwent an abortion that was done by T.R.M. Howard at Friendship Medical Center, which was actually an abortion facility. The date was April 21, 1973. Julia outlived her baby by only about a week.

She became horribly sick and died a painful death at Tabernacle Hospital on April 28. Her death certificate lists her cause of death as “bronchopneumonia and generalized peritonitis complicating extensive peritonitis complicating extensive necrotizing endometritis and mymoetritis with sealed perforation.”

In other words, she had died because a hole was torn in her uterus, causing it to become infected and rot inside of her. Roe vs Wade had promised her “safe and legal” abortion, but this was the real result.

A $1,000,000 lawsuit was filed by Julia’s family for her excruciating and torturous death. Had Julia not had an abortion, she and her baby could have both had long lives ahead of them.

FMS also killed abortion clients Evelyn Dudley and Dorothy Brown before finally being shut down.

“Probe death here after abortion,” Chicago Tribune, May 3, 1973

Death Certificate No. C612195

“Suit Filed in Illinois After Abortion Death,” Omaha World Herald, July 18, 1973

12 Dead In State (Chicago Sun-Times, The Abortion Profiteers exposé)

[ghostwood7]

Hollywood Forever, formerly known as Hollywood Memorial Park (located at 6000 Santa Monica Blvd), famous for its Permanent Celebrity Residents, had become a desolate ruin, especially after being extensively damaged by the Northridge Earthquake in 1994. It became a horrific disgrace, displaying crumbling walls that exposed open crypts, broken glass, rotting wood (Coffins and Caskets?) and extensive water damage. There were also reports of the stench of decay. The chief architect of this scandal was Jules Roth, a con man, a liar and a thief who stole money from endowment funds and had a wetbar in his cemetery office. He cared nothing for the cemetery or its legendary clients. He forced the cemetery into bankruptcy and some people who were buried there, were exhumed by their surviving relatives and taken to another cemetery. Max Factor was one such person. The State of California brought the Owners up on charges and threatened the Cemetery with closure. However, in 1998 a man named Tyler Cassity bought the property for $375,000.00 and not only made repairs to the place, but also modernized it, bringing it into the 20th Century with the latest technology and gimmicks such as Living Memory, Interviews, Biographical Movies and Webcasts of Funeral Services! Hollywood Forever even has its own website now and can be found here.

And, of course, there are ghosts here. One day, a man was searching for a certain celebrity gravesite in the Abbey Of the Psalms Mausoleum. He asked a quaint looking, old gentleman whom he saw standing in the Foyer where the grave of this person was. The man gave directions. When the other turned around to thank the man, he was gone! He gave a description of the man to a Cemetery Employee and was told that it was Mr. Clifton Webb….who had died of a heart attack in 1966! The other ghost at Hollywood Forever is not one that you will see, but you might hear it. It has been said that if you wander near the grave of tragic starlet, Virginia Rappe, you might hear a ghostly weeping. She died at the tender age of 25 due to Generalized Peritonitis. However, because she had died after a wild party attended by comedic actor Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, it was thought she had been murdered. Arbuckle was charged with the murder. He was tried for the crime three times and acquitted each time. However, his career was irrevocably ruined. Rudolph Valentino, who died in 1926 of a ruptured appendix, a perforated ulcer and peritonitis is interred in the Cathedral Mausoleum. A grand tomb was planned for his final resting place and Valentino's body was placed in a temporary crypt until it could be built. Unfortunately, Rudy owed back taxes which set the building of the tomb back about three years. Then, another setback occurred on October 24, 1929. The Stock Market crashed and the world wide Depression began. The tomb was never built. Valentino still rests in that "temporary crypt" to this very day. It has been reported that his ghost has been seen walking thru the rear wall of the cemetery and onto the lot at Paramount Studios, where he has also been seen. According to eye witnesses, he looks around, seems confused and then walks back thru the wall and back into the cemetery. Perhaps his confusion stems from the passage of Time and the changes that have taken place in our world since then. He has also been seen at his former home, known as the Falcon's Lair. #Hollywood #Cemetery #HollywoodForever #Ghosts #Paranormal #Hauntings #Valentino #LosAngeles #LA #SoCal #California #Taphophile #Travels

[macgyvermedical]

Let's Talk ESRD and Dialysis

Have you thanked your kidneys today? Do you feel grateful when you pee? How about when you eat a little too much potassium or drink a little too much water, do you really enjoy feeling confident that your kidneys will just dispose of the excess?

If so, you probably know the alternative.

About 10% of the world's population has a condition called Chronic Kidney Disease, or CKD. About 2 million of those people are in End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and require dialysis or a kidney transplant to live.

Your kidneys are amazing things. They are two organs that sit outside of the sac that hold the rest of the abdominal organs, called the peritoneum. They take in blood from the body, determine the levels of electrolytes, water, and waste products in that blood, and remove the waste products and excess electrolytes and water.

They also have secondary tasks. They monitor the amount of red blood cells in your blood and send out hormones that entice the bone marrow to make more when we're low. They also monitor blood pressure and release hormones that raise that blood pressure when it gets low.

Lots of things can hurt the kidneys. For example, poorly controlled high blood pressure and poorly controlled diabetes are among the top reasons why kidneys fail. Additionally, being dehydrated while engaging in strenuous exercise or taking medications like ibuprofen or naproxen (any NSAIDs) can cause kidney damage.

We measure how well the kidneys are working via the Glomerular Filtration Rate, or GFR. This is a measure of (essentially) how much blood in milliliters the kidneys filter per minute. 90 or higher is normal, while a GFR of 15 or lower is considered ESRD.

So let's say someone has a GFR of less than 15 and the decision is made to start them on dialysis and put them on the kidney transplant list. What options do they have?

Well, they need to figure out if they want to do hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.

In hemodialysis, the patient is hooked up to a machine that runs their blood across a special membrane. On the other side of the membrane, a solution called dialysate draws excess water, electrolytes, and waste products from the blood. Hemodialysis is usually done at a dialysis center for 3-5 hours, 3 times per week.

Hemodialysis is better for patients who have either failed home peritoneal dialysis or can't or aren't comfortable with doing the technical part of the job by themself at home. There is also a social component, where dialysis is a chance to meet and interact with other people who are going through the same things they are.

People who undergo hemodialysis have to have some kind of "access", or a way for the blood to come out of their body, go through a machine, and go back into their body. For some people, this is a dialysis catheter that is inserted into the person's chest and looks like this:

It can also be a fistula. A fistula is the surgical connection between a vein and an artery in the arm or leg. Over time, this connection becomes large and rubbery, and each time dialysis is done, two needles (one to remove blood, and one to return it) are placed in the fistula. A fistula often looks like this:

In peritoneal dialysis, the patient instills the dialysate directly into the sac that holds their abdominal organs. The sac itself acts as the membrane, and dialysate draws the electrolytes, water, and waste directly through the sac wall. They then wait a certain number of hours, and drain the dialysate. This can be done manually by the patient during the day, or at night while the patient sleeps with a machine called an automatic cycler. Usually peritoneal dialysis is done every day, with 2-4 cycles of 4 hours per cycle.

People using peritoneal dialysis also need a form of access, but instead of it being to their blood stream, it is to their peritoneum. Here's what that looks like:

The catheter is placed surgically into the peritoneum, and stays there all the time, even in between dialysis sessions.

Someone using peritoneal dialysis has to be very careful when they are accessing their dialysis catheter. This is because the biggest problem with peritoneal dialysis is the risk of a life threatening infection called peritonitis. Someone who gets peritonitis too many times may need to switch to hemodialysis.

Here is what a manual exchange looks ilke:

Someone may choose to do peritoneal dialysis over hemodialysis because it affords more freedom to keep a job or do daily tasks like keeping house. People who do PD also don't have to find rides to the dialysis center. However, they do have to take on more of the responsibility for making sure they do treatments correctly and be able to keep accurate records of the treatments they give themselves. Peritoneal dialysis also tends to be less taxing on the body, and have fewer side effects than hemodialysis when done correctly.

[pangur-and-grim]

this is like the end of a House episode.

I've been sharing all the info in scraps, but here it is summarized for anyone who wants to know:

most cats are exposed to feline coronavirus early in their life. in a tiny percentage of them, it mutates into something called FIP (Feline infectious peritonitis).

Belphie developed FIP, and has been slowly declining in health. because his immune system was busy dealing with the FIP, he became a sponge for other pathogens.

for a healthy cat, going on leashed walks, or going out on an enclosed catio is a relatively safe way of enjoying the outdoors. for an immunocompromised cat, it becomes dangerous.

Belphie became a little disease factory spreading his pathogens throughout the house, and Pangur and Grim (being senior cats) eventually got quite sick. keep in mind that he can't spread FIP, because P & G have already had exposure to feline coronavirus early in life, and now have an immunity.

Belphie tested positive for calcivirus and mycoplasma, and was put on medication.

despite the meds, he kept getting worse, which made my vet suspect a third mystery illness.

on Sep 17th, I woke up to find that Belphie's abdomen had swollen like a balloon. I took him in for testing, and my vet cautiously suggested FIP. the medication for FIP is still under development, and not easily accessed in Canada yet, so she wasn't able to give me anything.

the wet form of FIP (where the cat swells up with straw-coloured fluid) kills the fastest, so that evening I joined a FIP Facebook group, sent some frantic messages, and ended up heading to someone's house at midnight to receive illicit drugs.

you can legally order the drugs from China, but you cannot legally administer them. so it's all wink and nudge.

the next day (Sept 18th) I took Belphie in again for more testing, and it was determined to be FIP. I learned of a medical study in Ferguson Ontario (two hours from where I live) that was willing to take Belphie as a participant, and could get him the medication that day, so we hopped in the car and drove there.

the medication has to be given for 84 days, and the injectable drugs from China are unfortunately quite painful. they burn going in, which makes the cat scream. this Ferguson study uses the oral medication, so it's just a small pill that they swallow daily. OBVIOUSLY me and Belphie would both prefer 84 days of the pill!

it's now the 19th, and Belphie is playing for the first time in weeks. his swelling has gone down, and he no longer whimpers in his sleep.

all three cats are on the mend. everything has been discovered. and everyone will be okay!

I feel like I woke up from a bad dream. everything is okay now. the world is good!

[dramityadav]

Nephrology Doctor in Delhi

Why Dr. Amit Kumar is the Go-To Nephrology Doctor in Delhi for Kidney Care

The kidneys are among the most vital organs in the human body, responsible for filtering waste, balancing fluids, and regulating blood pressure. When kidney function declines or disorders arise, it’s crucial to seek specialized medical care. In a bustling city like Delhi, where access to healthcare is vast yet varied in quality, finding a trusted nephrology doctor is essential. Among the many specialists, Dr. Amit Kumar stands out as a leading name in nephrology, known for his patient-centered care, clinical expertise, and advanced diagnostic approach.

Understanding the Role of a Nephrology Doctor

Before diving into what makes Dr. Amit Kumar one of the best in his field, it’s important to understand the role of a nephrology doctor. Nephrologists are specialists trained to diagnose and manage diseases of the kidneys. Their expertise ranges from treating early-stage kidney disease to managing complex cases of chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney infections, hypertension, electrolyte imbalances, and even end-stage renal failure requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation.

Nephrologists not only focus on managing existing conditions but also emphasize prevention. Lifestyle changes, early diagnosis, and continuous monitoring play a crucial role in maintaining kidney health — a vision that Dr. Amit Kumar champions in his practice.

Meet Dr. Amit Kumar – Delhi’s Trusted Nephrology Specialist

With years of dedicated experience, Dr. Amit Kumar has become a household name in the field of nephrology in Delhi. He combines clinical expertise with compassionate care, ensuring every patient receives a customized treatment plan tailored to their needs.

His qualifications and professional journey reflect his commitment to kidney health. Trained at some of the most reputed institutions in India, Dr. Amit Kumar brings both academic excellence and practical experience to the table. His clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and follows internationally accepted treatment protocols, ensuring high standards of care for every patient.

Why Choose Dr. Amit Kumar?

There are several reasons why patients in Delhi prefer Dr. Amit Kumar when looking for a reliable nephrology doctor:

1. Comprehensive Kidney Care Under One Roof

Whether you need evaluation for elevated creatinine levels, have been diagnosed with a kidney stone, or require long-term management for chronic kidney disease, Dr. Amit Kumar offers holistic care. His clinic provides services ranging from routine check-ups to advanced diagnostic tests, dialysis support, and patient education.

2. Patient-Centric Approach

Dr. Kumar believes in building long-term relationships with his patients. His consultations are thorough, with an emphasis on explaining the condition, potential risks, and treatment options. This empowers patients to take control of their kidney health with confidence.

3. Cutting-Edge Treatment Options

In today’s medical landscape, staying updated with the latest advancements is critical. Dr. Amit Kumar incorporates evidence-based practices and innovative treatment protocols. Whether it’s managing rare kidney disorders or preparing a patient for a transplant, he offers solutions that are both safe and effective.

4. Dialysis Support and Management

For patients who require dialysis, Dr. Amit Kumar ensures smooth integration into dialysis care — be it hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. His clinic collaborates with top dialysis centers in Delhi, making the process seamless for the patient.

5. Strong Community Trust

Over the years, Dr. Amit Kumar has built a reputation not just as a skilled nephrology doctor, but also as a trusted healthcare partner in Delhi. His patients commend his honest communication, professional integrity, and empathetic approach to treatment.

Common Kidney Conditions Treated by Dr. Amit Kumar

Kidney-related ailments can manifest subtly at first, which is why timely consultation with a qualified nephrologist is vital. Some of the common conditions that Dr. Amit Kumar addresses include:

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Progressive loss of kidney function that may lead to dialysis if left untreated.

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI): A sudden drop in kidney function, often caused by infections, medications, or dehydration.

Hypertension-induced kidney issues: High blood pressure is both a cause and effect of kidney damage.

Kidney Stones: Diagnosing and managing stone formation and its underlying causes.

Proteinuria and Hematuria: Abnormal protein or blood in urine, often early indicators of kidney disease.

Glomerulonephritis: Inflammatory conditions affecting the kidney’s filtering units.

Diabetic Nephropathy: Kidney damage resulting from long-term uncontrolled diabetes.

Importance of Regular Kidney Check-Ups

Many kidney issues are "silent" in the early stages and only manifest symptoms when significant damage has occurred. Dr. Amit Kumar encourages regular screening for high-risk individuals such as:

Diabetics

Hypertensive patients

Individuals with a family history of kidney disease

Those with recurrent urinary tract infections

Older adults above the age of 60

Routine tests such as blood urea, serum creatinine, and urine analysis can help in early detection and timely treatment. Dr. Kumar’s clinic in Delhi provides all necessary diagnostic services, making it easy and efficient for patients to monitor their kidney health.

Personalized Treatment Plans

No two kidneys — or patients — are the same. That’s why Dr. Amit Kumar creates personalized treatment plans based on the individual’s condition, lifestyle, and co-existing health issues. He works closely with dietitians, diabetologists, and cardiologists to offer integrated care when needed.

Patients are guided on dietary restrictions, medication adherence, fluid intake, and lifestyle modifications. This holistic approach ensures not just disease management but overall well-being.

Convenient Location in Delhi

Dr. Amit Kumar’s clinic is centrally located in Delhi, easily accessible from major neighborhoods and public transport systems. The clinic operates on both appointment and emergency bases, ensuring flexibility for patients with busy schedules or urgent health needs.

Additionally, teleconsultations are available for follow-ups and initial assessments, offering convenience for outstation patients or those who prefer remote consultations.

Conclusion

When it comes to kidney health, timely and expert care makes all the difference. With his unmatched clinical experience, compassionate approach, and modern treatment methods, Dr. Amit Kumar has emerged as one of the most trusted names in Delhi for kidney care. If you're searching for a qualified nephrology doctor who prioritizes patient well-being and delivers results, Dr. Kumar should be your first choice.

Don't wait for symptoms to worsen. Prioritize your kidney health by consulting with Dr. Amit Kumar — a leading nephrology doctor in Delhi who is committed to helping you lead a healthy, kidney-friendly life.

[mitraindustries]

When Renal Failure Meets Digestive Obstruction: Coordinating Dialysis with GI or Biliary Stenting

When a person faces both renal failure and digestive obstruction, managing treatment becomes much more complex. At Mitra Industries Private Limited, we recognize the distinct challenges this combination of conditions poses, particularly when utilizing automated peritoneal dialysis (APD) in conjunction with biliary or gastrointestinal (GI) stenting.

Read more: https://hackmd.io/@Mitraindustries/rJCfC1pSgx

[rishikhospital12]

Who Are the Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Jaipur? Find Out Here!

When it comes to digestive health, timely consultation with an expert can make all the difference. Whether you’re dealing with chronic abdominal pain, gallstones, liver disorders, or pancreatic complications, seeking treatment from the Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Jaipur ensures accurate diagnosis and effective care. Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, is home to some of the most reputed Gastrointestinal Surgeon Doctors offering world-class Gastro Surgery in Jaipur using the latest techniques and technologies.

In this blog, we will highlight what makes Jaipur a hub for gastrointestinal treatment, what to look for in a good GI surgeon, and a curated list of services and specializations offered by the top specialists in this field.

Why Choose the Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Jaipur?

The Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Jaipur are known not only for their extensive experience and medical training but also for their commitment to patient-centric care. Most of these specialists are associated with leading Gallbladder surgery hospitals in Jaipur, Pancreas surgery hospitals in Jaipur, and multispecialty institutes that provide state-of-the-art infrastructure.

Moreover, Jaipur is home to numerous hospitals that are NABH-accredited, equipped with advanced laparoscopic tools, endoscopic machines, and minimally invasive surgical options that ensure quicker recovery, less pain, and shorter hospital stays.

Conditions Treated by GI Surgeons in Jaipur

Here’s a list of conditions that the Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Jaipur commonly treat:

Gallstones and gallbladder infections

Liver cirrhosis and fatty liver disease

Pancreatitis and pancreatic cysts

Inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis

Gastrointestinal cancers

Appendicitis

Intestinal obstructions

Hernias and peritoneum-related complications

For each of these conditions, timely surgery or medical intervention is crucial. Therefore, finding the best liver doctor in Jaipur, best doctor for jaundice in Jaipur, or best pancreas specialist doctors in Jaipur becomes essential.

Top Services Offered by GI Hospitals and Surgeons in Jaipur

1. Gallbladder Surgery in Jaipur

Gallbladder-related issues like gallstones, infections, or polyps are common. The top gallbladder surgery hospitals in Jaipur provide laparoscopic cholecystectomy — a minimally invasive method for removing the gallbladder. If you’re looking for expert care, surgeons in Jaipur deliver successful outcomes with minimal scarring and faster recovery.

Many of these hospitals are also ranked among the best gallbladder surgery hospitals in Rajasthan.

2. Liver and Jaundice Treatment

Liver diseases require careful monitoring and expert evaluation. The best liver doctor in Jaipur specializes in treating hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, fatty liver, and jaundice. For complex cases, you can consult the best liver doctor in Rajasthan, many of whom practice in Jaipur and are affiliated with nationally renowned institutions.

For jaundice cases, especially in adults and newborns, the best doctor for jaundice in Jaipur provides early diagnosis and proper medical management to prevent complications.

3. Pancreas Surgery in Jaipur

Pancreatic disorders often demand surgical expertise, especially in cases involving cysts, tumors, or chronic pancreatitis. The pancreas surgery hospital in Jaipur offers advanced diagnostic and surgical options such as the Whipple procedure, laparoscopic cyst removal, and stent placements.

Looking beyond the city, patients across the state often travel to Jaipur to access the best pancreas surgery hospital in Rajasthan, due to its superior medical facilities and experienced surgical teams.

4. Peritoneum and Hernia Surgeries

If you are searching for the best doctor for peritoneum in Jaipur, several GI specialists here focus on hernia repair, ascites management, and infections involving the peritoneal cavity. These experts also treat complications resulting from appendicitis and abdominal trauma with a high success rate.

5. Colonoscopy and Colon Surgery

Modern GI hospitals in Jaipur offer colonoscopy services using the latest HD scopes, helping detect polyps, colon cancer, and inflammatory bowel diseases at early stages. Whether you’re looking for a colonoscope hospital in Jaipur or across the state, many centers in the city are also recognized as the top colonoscope hospitals in Rajasthan.

How to Identify the Best Gastrointestinal Surgeon in Jaipur?

Here are some tips for selecting the right GI specialist:

Credentials & Training: Ensure the doctor has specialized training in GI surgery from reputed institutes.

Experience: Look for surgeons with at least 10–15 years of surgical experience.

Hospital Affiliation: Choose a doctor affiliated with a reputed gastro surgery hospital in Jaipur.

Patient Reviews: Online ratings and testimonials give insight into a doctor’s approach and patient satisfaction.

Advanced Equipment: Hospitals offering robotic or laparoscopic GI surgeries tend to have better outcomes and lower complication rates.

Best Pancreas Specialist Doctors in Jaipur

For those specifically looking for pancreatic care, the best pancreas specialist doctors in Jaipur are known for their precision in handling acute pancreatitis, pancreatic tumors, and even endocrine pancreatic conditions like insulinomas or gastrinomas. They work closely with endocrinologists, oncologists, and radiologists for a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.

Why Patients from Rajasthan Prefer GI Surgery in Jaipur

Jaipur not only serves as the medical capital of Rajasthan but also attracts patients from nearby states due to its accessibility and infrastructure. Whether you need the best liver doctor in Rajasthan or are searching for a trusted gallbladder surgery hospital in Rajasthan, Jaipur offers it all in one place.

Hospitals here offer comprehensive packages, patient coordinators for outstation patients, and cashless mediclaim facilities — making it a preferred choice for gastrointestinal care.

Conclusion

Gastrointestinal issues, if left untreated, can lead to severe health complications. From gallbladder removal and pancreatic surgery to colonoscopy and liver disease management, the Best Gastrointestinal Surgeons in Jaipur provide comprehensive, compassionate, and cutting-edge treatment for all types of digestive disorders.

Whether you’re dealing with persistent abdominal pain or a diagnosed GI condition, don’t wait. Consult the top Gastrointestinal Surgeon Doctors in Jaipur today and take the first step towards better digestive health.

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Is kidney care entering a new era with at-home treatment breakthroughs

Why are more patients choosing dialysis from the comfort of their homes Chronic kidney disease affects millions globally, with dialysis being a life-sustaining but time-consuming treatment. Traditionally performed in clinical settings, dialysis often requires long hours, multiple visits a week, and significant lifestyle adjustments. However, the growing Home Dialysis System Market is reshaping this experience—bringing care to the patient’s doorstep and giving them back control of their time, health, and comfort.

How do home dialysis systems actually work Home dialysis comes in two main forms: peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis. These systems are designed to be compact, user-friendly, and automated, allowing patients to perform treatments overnight or while resting. Most systems include touchscreen interfaces, alert systems, and remote monitoring features, making them easy for patients and caregivers to manage without medical training.

What role does artificial intelligence play in remote kidney care The integration of AI is revolutionizing patient safety and treatment efficiency. AI platforms, as seen in the rapidly advancing Italy Healthcare Artificial Intelligence AI Market, are now enabling real-time monitoring of dialysis parameters, predicting complications, and even optimizing fluid removal. These smart features help physicians track patient adherence and customize care from afar.

Can light therapy be used alongside dialysis for better outcomes While light therapy is primarily recognized for treating mood disorders and skin conditions, innovations highlighted in the Germany Light Therapy Market suggest broader health applications. Emerging research is exploring its potential to improve sleep quality and reduce inflammation in dialysis patients, making it a valuable complementary therapy.

What is fueling the rise in demand for home-based dialysis treatments Factors such as aging populations, rising rates of diabetes and hypertension, and increasing awareness of kidney health are driving global demand. Additionally, patient preference is shifting toward personalized and flexible treatment options. Healthcare systems are also supporting this shift by reducing hospitalization rates and enabling chronic care management at home.

What are the biggest challenges in scaling this model globally The main obstacles include the initial cost of equipment, training requirements, and limited awareness in developing regions. Additionally, consistent supply chains for dialysis materials and technical support remain hurdles in remote and rural areas. However, many companies are now designing compact, mobile-friendly systems that address these concerns directly.

How are healthcare providers and governments supporting this transformation Hospitals are partnering with device manufacturers to offer hybrid care models, where patients start treatment in-clinic and transition to home use. Insurance providers are beginning to cover home dialysis more extensively due to its cost-efficiency and lower readmission rates. Governments are investing in education campaigns and remote care infrastructure to promote wider adoption.

What does the future hold for at-home dialysis innovation The next generation of home dialysis systems will likely include wearable devices, wireless data syncing, and even AI voice assistants to guide patients step-by-step. Companies are also exploring eco-friendly dialysate solutions and recyclable cartridges to reduce environmental impact. As smart technologies continue to evolve, these systems will become even more accessible and efficient.

Why does this matter now more than ever In a post-pandemic world, remote care is no longer just convenient—it’s necessary. The Home Dialysis System Market offers a vital path toward decentralized, patient-centric healthcare. With rising chronic illness burdens and tech-driven innovation, kidney patients can now manage their condition with dignity, comfort, and freedom.

The bottom line: at-home dialysis is no longer the future—it’s the new standard for smarter, safer kidney care.

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Dialysis and Haemodialysis in Gurgaon: Everything You Need to Know for Safe and Effective Kidney Care

Kidneys play a vital role in maintaining the body’s overall health — filtering waste, balancing electrolytes, regulating blood pressure, and keeping the body's fluid levels in check. When the kidneys begin to fail or function poorly due to chronic conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes, waste and toxins build up in the body, leading to severe health complications. This is where dialysis treatment becomes a life-saving intervention.

In Gurgaon, where healthcare accessibility and awareness are growing rapidly, patients facing kidney issues are seeking trusted and advanced options for managing kidney failure and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). One of the most critical treatments offered for end-stage renal disease is haemodialysis — a process designed to do the work of the kidneys artificially.

This blog offers a comprehensive guide to understanding dialysis, the process of haemodialysis, when it's needed, and how expert care from specialists like Dr. Shashidhar Shree Niwas in Gurgaon can make a huge difference in treatment outcomes.

✅ What is Dialysis?

Dialysis is a medical treatment that replaces many of the kidneys’ important functions when they can no longer function on their own. The process removes waste, excess fluids, and toxins from the blood. This is critical in preventing the build-up of harmful substances, which can otherwise lead to severe complications, including cardiac arrest, confusion, coma, and even death.

Dialysis can be categorized into two primary types:

Haemodialysis – Blood is filtered through an external machine (dialyzer).

Peritoneal Dialysis – The abdominal lining (peritoneum) acts as a natural filter inside the body.

This blog will focus on haemodialysis, as it's the more commonly performed type in India and especially in urban centers like Gurgaon.

✅ What is Haemodialysis?

Haemodialysis is a process where a dialysis machine and a special filter called a dialyzer are used to clean your blood. The patient’s blood is slowly pumped from the body into the machine, where waste and excess fluids are removed before the cleaned blood is returned.

A small surgery is required before dialysis can start, where an access point is created either in the arm (AV fistula or graft) or through a catheter. Once access is established, most patients undergo haemodialysis three times a week, and each session usually lasts between 3 to 5 hours.

✅ When is Haemodialysis Recommended?

Haemodialysis becomes necessary when your glomerular filtration rate (GFR) drops significantly, typically below 10-15% of normal kidney function. At this point, the kidneys are no longer able to effectively clean the blood, and medical intervention becomes urgent.

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate the need for dialysis include:

Chronic fatigue or low energy levels

Loss of appetite and weight loss

Nausea or vomiting

Swelling in legs, feet, or ankles

Itching and dry skin

Shortness of breath

Difficulty concentrating or confusion

Very high creatinine or urea levels in blood reports

If you are experiencing any of these, it's critical to consult a kidney specialist (nephrologist) as soon as possible.

✅ Why Choose Dialysis in Gurgaon?

Gurgaon is home to some of India’s most advanced healthcare centers, and with the increasing demand for quality nephrology services, several clinics now offer dialysis. However, choosing the right dialysis center goes beyond just equipment. You need personalized care, clean and hygienic environments, experienced medical staff, and proper follow-up systems.

One of the highly recommended clinics in Gurgaon is Kidney Clinic, run by Dr. Shashidhar Shree Niwas, a seasoned nephrologist known for his expertise in handling dialysis patients with care, empathy, and precision.

✅ Why Dr. Shashidhar’s Kidney Clinic?

Here’s what makes Kidney Clinic in Gurgaon a preferred choice:

Expertise: Dr. Shashidhar has extensive experience in nephrology and dialysis management.

State-of-the-art Machines: Equipped with advanced haemodialysis machines for optimal outcomes.

Hygienic Environment: Regular sterilization and patient safety protocols are strictly followed.

Patient-Centered Care: Personalized treatment plans are created based on individual needs.

Convenient Location: Located near Sheetla Hospital, New Railway Road, Gurugram – 122001.

Flexible Appointments: In-clinic and online consultations are available.

This level of focused, compassionate care ensures patients are not just treated, but supported emotionally and physically through their dialysis journey.

✅ Preparing for Haemodialysis: What Patients Should Know

Understand the Procedure Knowing what to expect helps reduce anxiety. Haemodialysis is painless, but you may feel tired afterward. Bring a book or music to help pass the time during sessions.

Take Medications as Prescribed Your nephrologist may prescribe medications for blood pressure, anemia, or phosphate control — follow their guidance strictly.

Follow a Renal-Friendly Diet Your diet may need to be low in salt, potassium, and phosphorus. A renal dietitian can help you plan meals that maintain nutrition while supporting kidney health.

Limit Fluid Intake Between dialysis sessions, fluid can build up, leading to swelling and breathing issues. Follow your daily intake limits.

Report Any Issues If you experience unusual symptoms like fever, bleeding, dizziness, or infection at the access site, contact your doctor immediately.

✅ Life After Starting Dialysis

While dialysis significantly changes your routine, it doesn't mean life stops. Many patients continue to work, travel, and enjoy meaningful lives with proper planning. Staying active, eating well, and maintaining mental well-being are all part of managing life on dialysis.

Patients at Kidney Clinic in Gurgaon receive more than just treatment — they are offered guidance, counseling, and full medical support to improve not only survival but also the quality of life.

✅ FAQs About Haemodialysis

Q: Is haemodialysis painful? A: The insertion of needles can be slightly uncomfortable, but the dialysis process itself is painless.

Q: How long can someone live on dialysis? A: Many patients live 5, 10, or even 20+ years on dialysis with proper care and a healthy lifestyle.

Q: Can dialysis cure kidney disease? A: No, it does not cure it, but it helps patients live longer and manage the symptoms effectively.

✅ Final Thoughts

Haemodialysis is a life-sustaining procedure that helps people with severe kidney disease maintain health and energy. However, the outcome greatly depends on where and how the treatment is delivered. In Gurgaon, patients looking for quality, trust, and expertise should consider visiting Kidney Clinic by Dr. Shashidhar Shree Niwas.

With personalized care, advanced facilities, and a doctor who listens — you don’t just survive, you thrive. Book a consultation today and take the first step toward better kidney health.