Kerrville teen fighting after flu leads to amputations
MySA • • health
Key Points:
- Kaydin Ruiz, a 13-year-old girl from Kerrville, has been hospitalized since early February due to complications from influenza B, which progressed to pneumonia, septic shock, and multi-organ failure.
- On March 17, Kaydin underwent a five-hour surgery resulting in the amputation of both legs below the knee and her right arm above the elbow due to her critical condition.
- Her mother, Amanda Valdez, shared that Kaydin remains in a fragile state with unstable vitals and severe lung issues, requiring sedation and a chest valve procedure scheduled for Wednesday.
- The family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover medical expenses and raise awareness about the dangers of the flu, while the local community is organizing additional fundraisers to support them.
- Despite the severe challenges, Kaydin’s mother describes her as a "mighty warrior" and emphasizes her strength and resilience in facing this life-altering situation.
