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Life Choice (Chapter 2)
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She really wanted to believe that Alice was overreacting, but a part of her knew that this was bad and going to get worse. With a resigned sigh, Dana got out of bed and packed some things in her gym bag. Almost as an afterthought, she tossed in a manila legal folder and headed to the bathroom.
The doctor sent them to the emergency room and had already ordered a battery of blood tests when they arrived. Dana’s temperature had risen to 101.1 in just under an hour so they started her on an I.V. antibiotic and fluid drip immediately. Dr. Bowman walked into the tiny cubicle two hours later, carrying the blood work with her. Alice knew from her grim features that the news was not good. Before anyone had a chance to speak, a nurse came in with a large I.V. bag and replaced the original antibiotic.
“I guess I’m not going home today,” Dana tried to make light of the situation as she reached for Alice’s hand while they both watched the nurse.
“I’m afraid not Dana, “ Dr. Bowman answered. “We’re still trying to nail it down, but it’s pretty clear that you’ve picked something up. The good news is that it doesn’t appear to be a virus so there’s every chance that the antibiotic will knock it down.”
“And if it doesn’t?” asked Alice.
“If we don’t get this under control, there’s the possibility that Dana could develop septicemia, which is basically a severe infection that affects everything and can lead to organ damage or, in the worst case, organ failure.”
Both Dana and Alice sat quietly, absorbing Dr. Bowman’s words.
“Let’s cross these bridges if and when we get to them,” the doctor continued. “This antibiotic is pretty potent and you’re probably going to experience some side effects.”
“Great,” Dana groaned. “Like what?”
“Nausea, headache and sensitivity to light are the most common. I’ve admitted you to the oncology service and we’ll move you to a room as soon as we can.”
“Dr. Bowman, do you have any idea how Dana caught this?” Alice asked in a timid voice. Dana squeezed her hand, trying to let her know that it didn’t matter to her.
“Unfortunately not. She could have picked it up anywhere. It probably started with something you and I would fight off without ever knowing, but in Dana’s case, her immune system is weak so once she was exposed, it was off and running.”
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Uh, you’re still a happy Danish fan, right? Just kidding, although this chapter was just a little, well a lot sadder than last time, but I’m still hangin on really hard to that faith:) Please let the decision that Alice has to make turn out for the better rather than worse. Anyways, this is great so pleeease post soon!
oh my god! You made me cry! Absolutely heartbreaking. Loved the update, and I’m looking forward to more. Dana needs to pull trough. No more Dana dying. It got me way too depressed the first time it happened. I need some happen Danish in the end. Great writing. Despite the crying, I really did enjoy it. I can’t wait to see what is going to happen.
Dude……..don’t you dare even think about it! This is so awesome and so freaking horrible at the same time! I’m serious! I am pissed! She’s gotta get better. You’re doing a great job or I wouldn’t be so angry! LOL Keep it up and keep Dana alive!!!
wow! poor dana! poor alice! what a huge decision.
oh man, this is truly a heartbreaking piece. I hope you give us a happy solution soon. Great update!
I agree with Adelefiz the coma will only help her get better. I have more faith in you Sammy than I do in IC. The story is great though, real emotions coming across big time! Hope you keep it up and looking forward to the next chapter.
Woh.. this is heart wrenching stuff!! very emotional and real and my stomach is in knots again. Dana is in a coma, but she can fight it with the help of Alice, friends and family. Glad Sharon has seen the true Danish love and eased up. Keep goin and post soon, Thanks.
omg. this is so fucking sad. its like watching an even sadder version of the show. when alice decides everything. man..please post soon
Ok, just to let you know, I’m crying my little heart out right now. Absolutely BRILLIANT chapter! I feel like I’m tossed right back into season three (a much better written season three), and I’m hoping with everything in me that you make this a happy ending. God, you’re amazing! Please post again soon!
Wow…this really is excellent. So well written – humourous and heartwrenching in the same chapter. Keep going!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I love this story, you can feel the love they have for each other in every gesture they make. I like the way you have intertwined your story with the one on the show. Magnificient writing. If you keep it up like this, I will run out of all the superlatives there are.