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Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
Millie's parents thought their three-year-old had a stomach ache and rushed her to hospital... now she's fighting for life after swallowing a very common household item
A family living every parent's worst nightmare has issued an urgent warning after their toddler swallowed two magnets and ended up in an induced coma. Three-year-old Millie Koski will spend months recovering in the Queensland Children's Hospital in Brisbane, 370km away from her home in Bundaberg. The toddler was rushed to hospital in early July after a stomach ache, high fever, and green vomit quickly deteriorated into a life-threatening emergency. Her bowels began to shut down as her condition worsened, and within days, Millie had been airlifted to Brisbane for emergency surgery. As she was placed on life support, doctors warned her parents Emily and Luke that the next few days would be critical and there was no certainty Millie would survive. The little girl had swallowed two small high-powered magnets on separate occasions, which had locked together inside her stomach. The magnets caused catastrophic damage to her digestive system as her bowel leaked into her stomach, as well as severe infection and sepsis. Surgeons drained more than a litre of pus from Millie's tiny body and removed the majority of her bowel. Millie will undergo multiple surgeries in the coming weeks, where doctors will attempt to reattach her bowel. Family and friends have rallied around Millie's parents, who have put their entire lives on hold to be by their daughter's bedside. 'They are far from home, away from their other children, family, and support systems,' a GoFundMe page started by a family friend stated. 'They are facing mounting bills, rent, travel, and living expenses while trying to stay by their little girl's side. 'This is every parent's nightmare, and it's not over yet. 'We are beyond grateful that Millie is still here, thanks to the urgent and expert care she received. This family now faces a long and uncertain road ahead.' The fundraiser is raising awareness of the life-threatening dangers of high-powered magnets in the hope other families don't have to go through the same ordeal. The magnets Millie swallowed are banned from being sold in Australia and New Zealand but can be found in products bought overseas or online. 'These tiny but powerful magnets can be found in toys, fridges, electronics, even jewellery,' the fundraiser continued. 'There is simply not enough awareness, and it almost cost Millie her life. Magnets are not toys, and parents everywhere deserve to know how dangerous they can be. 'If this message reaches just one other family and prevents another child from going through what Millie has, then some good can come from this heartbreaking ordeal.' 'Symptoms can take hours or days to appear and can include choking, drooling, stomach ache, discomfort or pain around the face or throat, cramps, nausea, and vomiting.'
Daily Mail
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
WWE legend Ric Flair, 76, shares major update on skin cancer battle after surgery
Ric Flair has revealed he is skin cancer free once again after successfully overcoming his second diagnosis in the space of three years. The WWE legend, 76, sparked fears last month when he announced that he was battling the disease for a second time, before pulling out of a scheduled meet-and-greet in Mississippi roughly a week later. At the end of June, he told fans that surgery was 'coming up' while asking them to keep him in his prayers and sharing a photo of his stomach - which appeared to have a number of sutures in from previous treatment. And roughly three weeks later Flair has confirmed that op was a success, meaning he has beaten skin cancer again. The 'Nature Boy' took to Instagram to share a photo of himself sporting bandages on his forehead and left arm in a medical facility and wrote: 'Thank You Academic Alliance In Dermatology! I'm Now Cancer Free! WOOOOO!' Fans flooded the comments with tributes to Flair, including one who wrote: 'Thank God!!!! Diamonds are forever, and so is Ric Flair'. The WWE legend sparked fears last month by announcing he was battling the disease again 'To many more healthy years, Naitch!! WOOOO,' said another. 'Let's gooooo!! Keep Going Naitch,' posted a third. While one simply commented: 'WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!' Flair is widely considered one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time with his daughter, Charlotte, following in his footsteps. He first declared that he would be retiring in 2008 after losing to Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 24 but has continuously returned to WWE in rare appearances. In the years since, Flair has tragically suffered with a number of significant health issues. In 2017, he was in a coma for 11 days and reportedly near death after his intestine ruptured. Flair had been hospitalized with stomach pains and just a few hours later suffered early stages of kidney failure. He also came close to congestive heart failure as a result of alcohol abuse. Despite his family being told he only had a 20 percent chance of surviving, Flair eventually recovered after being placed into a medically induced coma and having an obstructed piece of bowel surgically removed. The 'Nature Boy' is widely considered one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time In 2019, he was rushed to the emergency room after reportedly suffering a 'very serious' medical emergency. He later underwent successful heart surgery at the Atlanta hospital. Boasting 16 WWE world championship titles, Flair cemented himself as one of the greatest icons of the ring. He is also the only WWE superstar to have been inducted into the Hall of Fame twice. He rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with the WCW and the WWF (now the WWE), and he ultimately headlined WrestleMania VIII in 1992. Flair continued to wrestle well into his 60s and recently made an appearance at 2019's WrestleMania 35.
Medscape
9 hours ago
- Health
- Medscape
Fast Five Quiz: Appendicitis
Although the hallmark signs of appendicitis are well known, diagnosis and management evolve. Factors such as the patient's sex, season of presentation, and preceding procedures can influence clinical decision-making and complicate the diagnostic picture. Meanwhile, discussions abound around new treatment options such as nonoperative management with antibiotics and surgical options, including open vs laparoscopic appendectomy. How much do you know about the diagnostic strategies, treatment approaches, and postoperative complications associated with appendicitis? Test your knowledge with this quick quiz. In a patient presenting with signs suggestive of appendicitis after undergoing a colonoscopy, the preferred imaging tool is CT. CT is highly effective at detecting appendiceal inflammation and can help rule out other potential colonoscopy complications (eg, bowel perforation). Although ultrasonography might assist in diagnosing appendicitis, its lower sensitivity and operator dependence limit its reliability, especially in post-colonoscopy cases. Radiography lacks the detail needed to visualize the appendix or diagnose appendicitis reliably, making it unsuitable for this purpose. MRI, although capable of detecting appendicitis, is not typically used in acute-care settings due to its cost, limited availability, and longer acquisition time. Learn more about CT scanning. Surgical approaches tend to differ by sex, with women more commonly receiving minimally invasive procedures (laparoscopic), whereas men more often undergo open surgeries. However, women have a higher chance of developing surgical complications. No significant difference in overall analgesia administration is found between men and women. Although antibiotics are sometimes used to treat appendicitis nonsurgically, limited evidence supports significant sex-based preference for this method, and it is not widely practiced as a standard alternative to surgery. Learn more about laparoscopic appendectomy. Appendicitis tends to occur more frequently during the summer months, as shown in research examining seasonal fluctuations in diagnosis rates. This pattern has been seen in both males and females, with a notable rise in cases during warmer weather, although the exact reason for this increase remains uncertain. Spring and winter do not show as strong a correlation as summer. Fall has not been linked with a noticeable rise in appendicitis cases. Learn more about appendicitis. After an appendectomy, the most frequent issue facing patients is infection at the site of the surgical incision. This complication remains the leading postoperative concern regardless of the surgical technique used. Hernia is not commonly seen after an appendectomy and tends to develop later, often related to improper wound healing or incisional stress. Septicemia and intestinal obstruction are common complications after appendectomy, although they occur less frequently than wound infection. Learn more about hernias. Appendectomy remains the preferred treatment for uncomplicated acute appendicitis, as it consistently offers reliable results and a lower risk for recurrence compared to antibiotics. Although antibiotic therapy can be a safe option for selected patients, especially those aiming to avoid surgery, it carries the potential for treatment failure and future recurrence. Antibiotics are typically the treatment of choice for delayed presentations of appendicitis that are associated with phlegmon formation. Patients who initially receive antibiotics and later need surgery do not appear to have a higher rate of perforation than those who undergo surgery from the outset. Learn more about appendectomies.
Daily Mail
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Haley Cavinder gives first glimpse of boob job results - and Livvy Dunne likes what she sees
A week on from going under the knife, Haley Cavinder has proudly given fans a first look at the results of her boob job. Haley and twin sister Hanna, both 24, had the surgery together, making the announcement to fans through a succession of posts across their popular social media channels. Now, former Miami Hurricanes basketballer Haley has shared a look at the results and it is safe to say she is pleased with the outcome. She received a compliment from none other than Olivia Dunne on Instagram after posting some new pictures from in front of the mirror to update her followers. 'Bod is tea,' Dunne wrote in the comments to Haley's post, which she captioned: 'Selfie'. Her sister Hanna commented too, writing: 'Casual update'. The twins have posted regularly during their recovery and admitted that after positioning themselves as fitness influencers after ending their basketball careers, staying out the gym has been hard. ''I think this is a huge test for Hanna and I,' Haley said last week. 'Because we are so regimented when it comes to workouts, steps, nutrition, and this is allowing us to really slow down and listen to your body.' The twins announced their surgery on Wednesday after sharing a short clip on social media of Haley being seen to by a nurse in bed and Hanna walking up to the camera. 'Still trying to figure out how being 3 minutes older means she gets her job first,' Hanna wrote as the caption, clearly showing no nerves ahead of her procedure. Haley later posted a clip on TikTok of Hanna looking dazed in her hospital bed before explaining: 'I am an hour out and she is an hour out. 'I think that the doctor said she needed more anesthesia because Hanna's like very wired if you haven't realized that compared to me. So I think mine wore off way more.' But now, it seems like the hardest part for the twins is over and they can focus on building the profiles. They have 4.6million followers on TikTok, and last year walked the runway for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit's fashion show in Miami Haley is engaged to NFL star Jake Ferguson, who plays for the Dallas Cowboys. Hanna, meanwhile, was recently dating college football star Carson Beck, but they split earlier this year with Hanna accusing him of infidelity.
The Sun
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
WWE legend Ric Flair announces he's cancer free just weeks after asking for fans' prayers in worrying health update
WWE icon Ric Flair has confirmed he is "now cancer free" after being diagnosed with skin cancer earlier this summer. The retired American wrestler had posted about undergoing surgery earlier this month. 3 3 In June, Flair had bravely revealed this was his second diagnosis of skin cancer in three years. Now, he's posted a positive health update on social media. Writing on X, he said: "Thank You Academic Alliance In Dermatology! I'm Now Cancer Free! WOOOOO!" Flair also uploaded a photo of him sat in a treatment chair with patches over his left forearm and the left-side of his forehead. The 16-time WWE champion had denied his diagnosis in May. He initially wrote on X: "I'm Sorry People Have Been Misled By Social Media, But I Don't Have Cancer Of Any Kind. Thank You For Your Concerns And For Everyone Reaching Out. "I Am Absolutely Fine, And Unfortunately, You'll Have To Live And Put Up With Me For Another 25 Years!' He then bravely revealed his situation in an interview with People in June. 3 That month he was forced to miss a scheduled meet-and-greet event at a Mississippi wellness clinic, citing "health issues" he needed to "attend to". Then, earlier this month, Flair had asked fans for their prayers before undergoing surgery. The 76-year-old posted a selfie and a picture of his stomach - which appeared to have a number of stitches in. Alongside the photos, he wrote on X: "Surgery coming up. Keep me in your prayers. It's all fragile." Flair was also hospitalised in August 2017 after experiencing stomach pains, which led to him being put in a medically induced coma. He was in the early stages of kidney failure and had a low chance of survival, but recovered. 'The Nature Boy' was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame as a part of the Class of 2008 by Triple H, becoming the first active wrestler to be inducted into the Hall Of Fame. The day after, Flair wrestled at WrestleMania XXIV in Orlando, Florida, losing to Shawn Michaels, forcing Flair to retire. He continued wrestling in other promotions, including TNA (Total Nonstop Action Wrestling) from 2010 to 2011. In July 2022, he participated in a final match at Starrcast V, marking his return to the ring after his WWE retirement, which was dubbed "Ric Flair's Last Match."
