So in Rishikesh, Kristen fell sick (or rather had been for a 10 days), and the doctor prescribed antibiotics. She got better quickly, and rose to her feet with a smile. Now we're in Jaipur, living with a wonderful family (a grand extended family of about 20 people), all living in a 2 story building in the suburb of Amer, right next to the Amber Palace (photos to come).
We've been here 2 nights now, and so far we've enjoyed wonderful home-cooked food, and gained great insight into the local lifestyle.
Unfortunately, Kristen's toughened stomach was reset back to zero by the antibiotics, so what (for me) was a tasty meal of Biryani and chipatis has knocked her for 6! She's been bed-ridden all day, and went to see the doctor, who only prescribed her more antibiotics. We're decided not to risk another round of antibiotics, so I'm just spoon feeding and re-hydrating Kristen every few hours - and lots of TLC :)
We're currently in the process of consulting America's best doctor (Megan Thompson) so everything should sort itself out - but we're a little bummed today.
Kristen and I came to India for a rich experience of a new culture, and so far we're jut taken turns being sick. Maybe our bodies just aren't cut out for this country?
Vini, Vai, Ali, Ragesh? Are we being silly trying to travel around India?
We've been here 2 nights now, and so far we've enjoyed wonderful home-cooked food, and gained great insight into the local lifestyle.
Unfortunately, Kristen's toughened stomach was reset back to zero by the antibiotics, so what (for me) was a tasty meal of Biryani and chipatis has knocked her for 6! She's been bed-ridden all day, and went to see the doctor, who only prescribed her more antibiotics. We're decided not to risk another round of antibiotics, so I'm just spoon feeding and re-hydrating Kristen every few hours - and lots of TLC :)
We're currently in the process of consulting America's best doctor (Megan Thompson) so everything should sort itself out - but we're a little bummed today.
Kristen and I came to India for a rich experience of a new culture, and so far we're jut taken turns being sick. Maybe our bodies just aren't cut out for this country?
Vini, Vai, Ali, Ragesh? Are we being silly trying to travel around India?
So sorry that Kristen is sick again, you guys have certainly had your fill of being ill thus far.
ReplyDeleteI know that Teresa has difficulty with anything new as far as food is concerned, her stomach doesn't tolerate very well.
I can usually eat anything, but, I have had a couple of difficult experiences in Mexico with salads when I shouldn't have had them.
I agree that the fewer antibiotics as possible is the best route, sometimes you just have to let it run its course to some degree.
Hoping for the best for both of you. Take care.
Love you guys, so sweet. Mom says this is a sign and you should just expedite your trip back to the states!
ReplyDeleteWhere are you guys atm?
ReplyDeletei would be sicker than Kristen by now! That food takes some serious getting used to. Sorry to hear about your troubles Kristen. I would say hang in there, but by the looks of it you have done quite a lot of that already
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