Bur14Kes17 Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 After Dan Bylsma admitted to being “very concerned” about Kyle Okposo’s health, word came that the Buffalo Sabres forward is hospitalized and in intensive care. Okposo is in the Neuro Surgical ICU at Buffalo General Hospital, Paul Hamilton of WGR-AM 550 reported Wednesday. The Buffalo News has confirmed the story. Okposo has been sick since March 28. The 28-year-old has visited doctors, but Bylsma had no diagnosis to announce Wednesday. “It’s a difficult thing for him to be dealing with now in this situation,” Bylsma said in KeyBank Center. “Very, as a coach and a person, concerned for him and his situation. “He’s seeing our doctors and done some tests.” According to the website for the UCLA Neurosurgery Department, the neuro ICU cares for patients with all types of neurosurgical and neurological injuries, including stroke, brain hemorrhage, trauma and tumors. “He’s sick and ill,” Bylsma said before the report when asked for further information on Okposo’s condition. "Very concerned." Doesn't sound very good hope he's going to be alright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Weasel Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 what the &^@# I had no idea about any of this. Hoping he pulls through no matter what is going on. So scary not knowing what is happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bur14Kes17 Posted April 6, 2017 Author Share Posted April 6, 2017 Just now, The Weasel said: what the &^@# I had no idea about any of this. Hoping he pulls through no matter what is going on. So scary not knowing what is happening. I couldn't believe it when I read it either. It's just crazy and out of the blue but very scary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Dang. Hope he's alright. Sounds pretty serious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnLocke Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 bacterial meningitis? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Boudreau Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Stop it!!! Seriously wtf is going with these young athletes who are supposed to be at the peak of their health in their twenties. Great exercise, good food provided. Best doctors... Are they taking PEDs or taking some pain medication that is messing them up? What is going on is remarkable.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silky mitts Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Damn hopefully everything will be ok icu is no joke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c00kies Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 5 minutes ago, JohnLocke said: bacterial meningitis? That was the first thing I thought of too, but it could be a number of things. Wishing him a full recovery from whatever diagnosis he receives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni Zamboni Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 7 minutes ago, JohnLocke said: bacterial meningitis? weird, that popped into my head as well. damn, prayers for Kyle! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaku Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Wow, sounds serious. I hope they find whatever is making him Ill. I hope he makes a swift and full recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerridwen Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 20 minutes ago, Silky mitts said: Damn hopefully everything will be ok icu is no joke Neuro Surgical ICU is no joke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SabreFan1 Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 28 minutes ago, JohnLocke said: bacterial meningitis? My first thought as well. That would land him in isolation in the ICU. A double whammy. At least he'll have round-the-clock one-on-one care in that instance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BananaMash Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 31 minutes ago, Chip Kelly said: Stop it!!! Seriously wtf is going with these young athletes who are supposed to be at the peak of their health in their twenties. Great exercise, good food provided. Best doctors... Are they taking PEDs or taking some pain medication that is messing them up? What is going on is remarkable.. If it is bacterial meningitis like some are speculating (which seems plausible, even though I don't like to guess on health issues) then it would have nothing to do with PEDs or pain medication. Neither do the mumps, or Letang's herniated disc. I'm sure there is some issue with those things in the NHL, but they're most likely unrelated to these kinds of injuries. I think we often forget how much stress these guys bodies are under during the season. Between training, practice, playing a grueling schedule, sleeping poorly on flights, and bouncing between timezones there is so much strain on hockey players. They're in their athletic prime, but that can only carry you so far. That amount of stress is going to impact your body and immune system something furiously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 1 minute ago, BananaMash said: If it is bacterial meningitis like some are speculating (which seems plausible, even though I don't like to guess on health issues) then it would have nothing to do with PEDs or pain medication. Neither do the mumps, or Letang's herniated disc. I'm sure there is some issue with those things in the NHL, but they're most likely unrelated to these kinds of injuries. I think we often forget how much stress these guys bodies are under during the season. Between training, practice, playing a grueling schedule, sleeping poorly on flights, and bouncing between timezones there is so much strain on hockey players. They're in their athletic prime, but that can only carry you so far. That amount of stress is going to impact your body and immune system something furiously. Isn't it true these super fit guys are actually more likely to get ill, than people who are more average? I know that makes little sense, but I thought I read this in another thread a few months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Boudreau Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 1 minute ago, BananaMash said: If it is bacterial meningitis like some are speculating (which seems plausible, even though I don't like to guess on health issues) then it would have nothing to do with PEDs or pain medication. Neither do the mumps, or Letang's herniated disc. I'm sure there is some issue with those things in the NHL, but they're most likely unrelated to these kinds of injuries. I think we often forget how much stress these guys bodies are under during the season. Between training, practice, playing a grueling schedule, sleeping poorly on flights, and bouncing between timezones there is so much strain on hockey players. They're in their athletic prime, but that can only carry you so far. That amount of stress is going to impact your body and immune system something furiously. Poor recovery sleeping and inconsistent meal times. Good points. Looks like Grandma was right about 3 square meals and sticking to a consistent eating and sleeping schedule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higgyfan Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 9 minutes ago, SabreFan1 said: My first thought as well. That would land him in isolation in the ICU. A double whammy. At least he'll have round-the-clock one-on-one care in that instance. Has he had a concussion lately, SF? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Just now, Chip Kelly said: Poor recovery sleeping and inconsistent meal times. Good points. Looks like Grandma was right about 3 square meals and sticking to a consistent eating and sleeping schedule. Yup to Grandma. Our body dies its best healing during rest/sleep, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SabreFan1 Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 36 minutes ago, Chip Kelly said: Stop it!!! Seriously wtf is going with these young athletes who are supposed to be at the peak of their health in their twenties. Great exercise, good food provided. Best doctors... Are they taking PEDs or taking some pain medication that is messing them up? What is going on is remarkable.. People are fragile. Drop a car on your leg and you'll most likely survive. Take a moderately forceful hit to a different part of your body and it could be lights out. If it is meningitis, a person in peak health can be felled by an infected sneeze. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Boudreau Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Just now, Alflives said: Yup to Grandma. Our body dies its best healing during rest/sleep, right? Perfect example Goldy loses 15 pounds after getting sick and apparently I read was force feeding protein shakes to get his weight up asap rather than naturally gradually bulk over the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coconuts Posted April 6, 2017 Share Posted April 6, 2017 Jesus, what the hell. Hockey be damned, here's hoping he's able to get through this and just live a healthy life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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