Is his new treatment of AMICIN injections and Merosure O 200mg tablets (changed from Pulmocef 600 and Flexon) appropriate for my 64-year-old diabetic father, who still has severe pain and daily pus draining 15 days after a small cut was made to clear an infection from an IV drip, especially with blood tests showing a high white blood cell count of 15,500 and a low platelet count of 92,000, and what can we do to help with his severe weakness and loss of appetite while we wait for his hand to heal?
I understand your concern for your father. The transition to stronger antibiotics, amikacin (Amicin) and faropenem (Merosure O), is appropriate for a persistent infection. His elevated white blood cell count shows his body is actively fighting, but the low platelet count, severe weakness, and ongoing pus mean he needs an urgent medical review, potentially requiring hospital care. Strictly managing his blood sugar is vital, as diabetes delays healing. To help with his weakness and appetite, offer small, frequent, nutrient-rich meals and oral rehydration. Please contact his treating physician immediately to evaluate his blood reports and ensure the wound is healing safely.