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Well unfortunately, I've got another tale. My Dad was snorkeling last week in Guam when he accidentally brushed up against some coral. He didn't think much of it until two days later. He had traveled to Oahu, Hawaii and upon waking up had a pretty good fever. Then he noticed his calf. It was all red and swollen where he had touched the coral and the infection was spreading up his leg.
He went to the ER and was given two strong antibiotics and sent home. The following day his condition hadn't improved so they admitted him. Now it looks like he will be in the hospital 2-3 days with a morphine drip and IV antibiotics.
He seems to be taking it in stride and could probably really use the rest but obviously their vacation is ruined. My Mom is dealing with the insurance company, the airlines and the Kona Marriott trying to get the now necessary extra days.
Just thought you all should know, although I'm sure that if you scuba or snorkel with any regularity you probably already know how dangerous coral can be.
He went to the ER and was given two strong antibiotics and sent home. The following day his condition hadn't improved so they admitted him. Now it looks like he will be in the hospital 2-3 days with a morphine drip and IV antibiotics.
He seems to be taking it in stride and could probably really use the rest but obviously their vacation is ruined. My Mom is dealing with the insurance company, the airlines and the Kona Marriott trying to get the now necessary extra days.
Just thought you all should know, although I'm sure that if you scuba or snorkel with any regularity you probably already know how dangerous coral can be.
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