'A perfect storm': Crestwood teen dies from mono

[@melissarenfro5891]

My daughter did the same thing. She was 18 and they diagnosed her with Mono. After 4 positive test for Mono the test finally came back as Leukemia. Took her to MD Anderson. Her white count was 226,000 when we got there. She passed the next night. It happened so fast they couldn't get a hold on it . The only symptom she had was a sore throat. My prayers go out to your family. No greater loss than a child. 🙏

[@ukeleleiguana]

Oh my goodness. I am so sorry for your loss. I'll also keep you in my prayers, dear.

[@cupidok2768]

Make a vax

[@melissarenfro5891]

She had Leukemia and we didn't know it. The Mono sent it into blasts stage and it was too much for her body. Miss her every day. 💙💜

[@EvonneLindiwe]

💐🙏🏿

[@collinsje5]

Melissa, know that you did the very best you could for her. There is no finer hospital in the USA for leukemia than MD Anderson.

[@Aarrrow]

As a kid, I had Mono and I was sick for months... I can't imagine how hard it would be for someone with an autoimmune disease. I'm so sorry for their loss. No one should ever have to bury their child.

[@gigilamoore2656]

I knew a girl who was out half the school year. When she came back, she still looked so sick.

[@Aarrrow]

@@gigilamoore2656 I was only like 6 or 7 and I lost so much weight, I looked like a completely different person. I was chubby before the Mono, but afterwards I was very underweight!

[@kevinlee8202]

@@Aarrrow If you don't mind answering, how did you get mono when you were 6?

[@Aarrrow]

@@kevinlee8202 I got it from sharing a drink with someone. They didn't know they had it at the time.

[@hersheyssmith2104]

I’m not a parent but I couldn’t imagine how painful it would be for parents to lose a child whom you raised for 17 long years only to be taken away from you. Condolences to the family of the deceased and may his soul rest in eternal peace.

[@onlythewise1]

what think all those parents felt when 50 thousand vets died in Vietnam

[@TradeInfinitum]

@@onlythewise1 exactly

[@onlythewise1]

@@starsfalldown1234567 incompetent doctors and nurses

[@madlilpony2768]

horrible my homie died at 14

[@cupidok2768]

Is there a vax for this

[@camillerodriguez5161]

This is devastating, this poor family 😭😭 those of you suffering from crohns and other autoimmune diseases my heart really goes out to y’all as well. People are out here secretly struggling, that’s why being kind and showing love is so important.

[@jacqui5320]

My husband's cousin has that & Kawasaki arthritis also...poor thing, she's going to med school now to become a doctor 😲😲

[@shellchenonceau6987]

Medical medium books offer insight to many mystery illnesses

[@FACTSONLYYT]

​@KiLDiG dot com "every disease comes from food" I don't think any human being can verbally say something that is so incorrect then that statement.

[@julietteoscaralphanovember2223]

I was hospitalized for 3 weeks with mono and I was out of commission for over 3 months. I had a tutor. I had gotten mono, then had problems with my liver because of the mono, then on top of that I got bronchitis and then pneumonia. It was a horrible time in my life and I remember everything hurting, being totally exhausted but not being able to sleep. My prayers and condolences to his family and friends.

[@nathalieverheij2308]

What is mono? There is no translation for mono in dutch. So hard if you die so young 😢😭😭❤️

[@julietteoscaralphanovember2223]

@@nathalieverheij2308 mononucleosis is a virus, also called glandular fever or the kissing disease. It's an acute disease that you usually get a fever, swollen glands and an abnormal increase of mononuclear leukocytes or monocytes in your blood. Most people get a mild case with symptoms lasting around 2 weeks but some people like me can get symptoms up to 6 months and complications with it as this poor kid did. I was completely jaundiced for 2 1/2 months because of liver complications. So idk what its called in Dutch but I hope that helps

[@craniumlost6439]

Mono was bad for me too! I was semi awake at 7am and made it to 3:00 pm, then out like a light. At times, I was comatose like. My friends would come over to say hi, and I couldn't open my eyes. Lasted for 3 months until I got a severe headache for 4 days, with sweats and fever. Then it slowly got better, but it took another 2 months to get back to normal. I was taking vitamins and many showers to wake up. It was pretty rough. My friend went to the hospital with liver issues too. Moral of the story, never share a joint or pipe with someone, cause you don't know germs the other person may have brewing on those lips. Since that time I never shared any food, drink, cigarettes, etc after that. Ever.

[@julietteoscaralphanovember2223]

@@craniumlost6439 it was many years ago when I had it, but as soon as I read your description about how you felt, it made me remember very quickly about how bad I felt and how exhausted I was too. And, come to think of it, I probably got it from a passed joint or pipe too. I was a teen back then in the 70's, what can i say?!! So sorry you went through that too. You're probably only the 2nd or 3rd other person I heard had it as bad as we did. Did it effect your liver and spleen? I ended up being jaundiced for over 2 months because it screwed them up.

[@craniumlost6439]

@@julietteoscaralphanovember2223 OMG, yes I was 14 in 1972 when I got mono and I ended up get my spleen removed years later when I was 23. It took so long to diagnose because doctors never did a platelet count when I first got sick or after. I had bleeding gums and heavy periods but was able to function. I thought this was normal as other girls had the monthly curse. I had bad teeth also, so I assumed that's why my gums bled. Somehow I was able to function until I virtually had no platelets left and was rushed to the ER. 3 months later they took my spleen out and I was fine after that. I actually think I had slight bleeding issues before mono due to a vaccine, and mono just did me in.

[@nancyayotte2297]

I am so sorry for your loss. I am a parent and I can't imagine your pain and sorrow. 💜

[@AmyPieterse]

I got mono as an adult and was sick for a whole month, completely bed-ridden. mono is a very serious thing if contracted in adulthood or you have complications....

[@K3r0411]

Me too. And it kicked off an avalanche of other persistent problems for me like Sjoergren’s, SIBO and kidney problems. I heard that Moderna is finally working on a vaccine that’s also supposed to help those already affected. About time.

[@hennysworld2382]

I had it at 16-17 years old and I was healthy and resilient at that age. But when I got mono it put me out for a whole month. You’re right…it’s no joke for someone who has complications or health problems.

[@AmyPieterse]

@@K3r0411 wow! I didn’t know they were trying to make a vaccine! You’re right though, a vaccine should already exist !!!

[@aimees4990]

I got mono at 19 and I was very sick for a few weeks. And my spleen was huge! It's no joke

[@XCHADHIGGINSX]

This is so, extremely sad. Mono is definitely no joke. I remember having mono and pneumonia at the same time and I thought I was going to die. I'm sorry to the parents. You guys did nothing wrong. My deepest sympathy goes out to you guys!

[@shlynn-k3c]

It's not common dying from mono, sadly he had an autoimmune disease :(

[@FACTSONLYYT]

Mono not that big of deal bro calm down it's extremely common and can be mistaken for a common cold don't exaggerate things that are a problem to YOU not a average person

[@XCHADHIGGINSX]

@@FACTSONLYYT For most people, it's not a big deal. But it definitely sucks to get. This person died from it. And when I got it, it was probably the sickest I've ever felt. Calm down? How am I not calm? And when did is say it was uncommon? People with healthy immune systems can still feel horrible with mono.

[@FACTSONLYYT]

@@XCHADHIGGINSX what u arguing about everything I said is indisputable and I don't care about u stop talking about ur personal experience with it the world doesn't involve u we generalize

[@trickytiky7329]

This is the biggest fear as a parent. Losing my child. God bless the family. And I wish them happier days.

[@shlynn-k3c]

I wish you and your child a happy and healthy life.

[@robertchagolla-gonzales3277]

My deepest Condolences to the family. My family and I are sending our thoughts and prayers 🙏🏽🕊️

[@icouch]

Kinda pointless isn’t it? The kid is already dead

[@PackAPunched]

@@icouch Fr though

[@mymindseyesees2002]

icouch prayer for strength to get through this. Maybe you’re still young, I don’t know.

[@icouch]

@@mymindseyesees2002 I’m 34 and wise enough to tell you prayer is a waste of time

[@icouch]

@@mymindseyesees2002 I’m sure it’s difficult for the family but they understand that finding meaning in this situation is pointless

[@robertdozier9481]

I don't even know this family, but my heart breaks for their loss... He seemed like a nice, young man...

[@realcritical-kr2dd]

Yeah sure..... "nice"

[@youknowit8726]

@@realcritical-kr2dd seemed they said no ned to be rude

[@Jake-li7ih]

​@@realcritical-kr2dd you are a very lonely person aren't you?

[@patricia_seraphine]

@@realcritical-kr2dd well you don't know anything about this guy , other than the information the video gave you. So there is no need to be negative.

[@realcritical-kr2dd]

@@youknowit8726 when was I rude?

[@ryanb7110]

Poor dad, I'm sure he knows you love him daily even though not said enough, wish I can hug you. Condolences to the family!

[@MRR-qv3bw]

My daughter was born this year August23rd @12:17pm and died in my arms looking at me August27th@9:23am! I'm not going to lie to you and tell you it gets easier because it doesn't but you both need to be there for each other and try not to let this tragic event break you apart. I've questioned everything and recently came to the realization that losing a child is something that is just not supposed to happen and hopefully we can learn to live with it. My heart breaks knowing the pain y'all are going through and you will be in my prayers. I'm truly sorry for your loss.

[@ksjaarda21]

I know it doesnt do much saying im sorry, but strangers you dont even know appreciate you sharing and do care. I am sorry you and your family had to go through that, i sincerely cant imagine

[@d.lawrence5670]

MR1000 RR, I am sorry you had to experience such loss. I hope you find peace one day. Regards.

[@JJZCandMe]

😭, so sorry @M1000 RR

[@jimicmore1895]

I'm so sorry, iv a neice now 4weeks old, born below 4pds now has doubled her weight, she loves her 🍼 full...babies are the most innocent precious living beings, your baby just started her spiritual life earlier than we like 🙏

[@felisasininus1784]

Rest in peace kid. You brought more positive things to this world than most.

[@pragyankakati3092]

I love how their parents said he was strong.if i die my family except my mom will definitely say that i was weak.

[@moonshadowsong]

And life chooses mistake 😆

[@Stefanie2530]

Rest peacefully, Ryan. My condolences to all who loved him.

[@glowbaby1794]

I got mono for the first time as an adult in my late 20s and it was the most sick I had ever been in my life. Rip young man

[@emmabovary1228]

You are in our hearts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

[@strictlydolo6915]

My prayers go out to him and his family, no parent should have to go through this.

[@tameramares5785]

So sad. I had mono years back and it was horrible!! I couldn't believe how bad it made my body feel and it was very hard to fight off. Praying for the family. RIP.

[@mezxth00935]

Is that the kissing thing???

[@cw8232]

@@mezxth00935 yes

[@mezxth00935]

@@cw8232 omg !

[@annawilson8080]

Ryan was such a great person. Fly high

[@KlassiclyRevampT]

So incredibly heartbreaking, prayers for these parents hurting hearts.

[@norton2757]

It’s hard to take losing a friend…… you stared into his eyes until the bitter end….. that’s love in the highest order.

[@mamapoch1915]

I just got out of the hospital after contracting sepsis from a UTI. I also suffered an AKI. But I squeaked through. It isn’t fair that this incredible young man didn’t. Not fair AT ALL!

[@andreabontempo643]

Wow you were lucky. I've seen many videos on sepsis being misdaignosed and so many people losing their limbs. It's incredible that hospital staff aren't better trained to see the symptoms right off the bat. they send them home and then it's too late when the patient comes back the bacteria has ravaged the body.

[@bobbyjones2911]

I'm so sorry for your loss may he rest in peace 🌹

[@Anthony-fo8no]

incredibly young, and looks very active in his community. Wow, just sad.

[@SC0UT418]

RIP Ryan ❤ You can tell by how the people in his life talked about him that he was good person who didn’t deserve to go so young.

[@deborahcabot3100]

So sad for this young man to lose his life, what a loss. Condolences to his family and friends.

[@amandaa.5209]

So sad, may he rip. In the 90's mono was around a lot in my high school.... I'm glad I never caught it. I tell my kids about this every school year don't drink from anyone's drink let Alone be playing a kissing game. My condolences to his parents.....

[@judeinLA.]

90s? More like the 70s

[@ntertainme9615]

I agree back in the late 80' and early 90's, many students in middle school and high school were doing a lot of tongue/French kissing. I guess that's how mono spreads.

[@kalvinbaber5484]

Yea my BM caught it in College.. never heard of Mono until 2009 And like you said, it's from Drinking after people's same Cups for Drinking Games

[@MypronounIsKing]

@@ntertainme9615 Lmao kids still do that how do you think they hookup closed mouth kissing ?🤣🤣 this isn’t Sesame Street dude

[@jercasgav]

Actually, a certain portion of the population doesn't get symptoms with mono. You probably had it at some point but were one of the asymptomatic. The people that actually get really sick with mono (i.e. it is worse than a cold) are more in the minority. The rest it is like a cold but not bad.

[@gamgamdabest8327]

I’m so very sorry for this incredibly tragic loss. Your son was handsome and obviously loved. From one parent to another, I’m lifting you up in prayer. It’s our worse nightmare and my heart breaks for you.

[@michaelriegler2594]

He looks like a badass kid. I'm sure he put up a fight. My heart goes out to his entire family! Extremely sad

[@hellloo9950]

🗿

[@Sarah-ty5ev]

I am so sorry for the family. I had mono and was extraordinarily sick. It’s a horrible illness

[@Koal_eemos]

Never met The Young Man Ryan, the way people spoke about you sounds genuine. It’s unfortunate to say but we lost a good one may you Rest In Peace.❤

[@AydenC]

Losing a child after 17 years of connection is something I assure no one would even want to think, happen to their child. My condolences goes out to their family ❤

[@agps4418]

17 years of connection, also years of expectation prior to that...

[@becs2272]

Prayers for healing to the family. I had mono when when I was that same age and was very sick at home for 2 weeks, it's no joke. So so sorry for you loss, i can't imagine the pain. 💕

[@stephanel7]

My heart sank when they said Crohn's. I've got a really severe case of it. My thoughts go out to him and his family, terrible disease..

[@veerchasm1]

Sorry for your loss. The young man sounded like a blessing to everyone that knew him

[@Dalekzilla]

My heart goes out to this family. What a deeply sad thing. God bless this child.

[@butterflybeauty2377]

My condolences to the family on the loss of their son, what an unimaginable pain. I recall when I had mononucleosis in Jr high many years ago , when I was about 14-15. I had never experienced anything so exhausting debilitating illness. Many years later I was diagnosed with lupus kidney failure. I asked my rheumatologist if mono May have caused the lupus and he said probably not. Having autoimmune illnesses are not kind and difficult for us. I was fortunate enough to have a kidney transplant. My heart hurts for the family. ♥️🙏🏼

[@leetorres5863]

Bro, mono is no joke. I didn't die from it but has caused so many illnesses since I've had it. Now I have POTS, Grave's disease, and so much more just from mono.

[@01jbeals]

I am so so soooo sorry for the loss of your child. This is just heartbreaking 💔

[@1010juanita]

RIP, young man, to soon for departure 😢 sorry for the family 😢

[@brandyb2931]

I had mono when I was 19, it was so bad. I lived alone and I was so weak that I couldn't even walk to my bathroom without running out of breath, I would sit down and then finally crawl my way in there, thank goodness I had a tiny apartment. It was really scary, my mom came over a couple times to make sure I had food and that I would eat a little and keep some fluids down to keep my strength up, but it was so bad. I thought I might lay there and die alone. Luckily I had been a healthy kid prior to that so I got through the worst of it after a few weeks, but it took a couple months after that to feel completely the way I had before I had gotten it.

[@cookiecrumbs302]

a girl i know at work has mono too. i live like 15 minutes from crestwood. rest in peace

[@billy7112]

God bless this family and the kid RIP.

[@jnacsantacruz7965]

Rip Ryan💙🕊⚘

[@CoolGirlOnIce]

I almost died from mono. The doctors told my mom I would die the night I was admitted. Every organ was about to fail. But one month in hospital and 25 years later I still stand

[@BlazeEst]

Rip, my roommate almost went out like that and if you’re a young player take care of yourself and be safe

[@mattgaming8717]

RIP kid. Be strong parents. He needs to see your strength.... Prayers

[@karadizon4299]

Omg that’s awful! RIP. It’s heartbreaking to watch your child suffer so much

[@tammanyfields3583]

Mono is serious and I had it when I was a kid. I was sick for about three months. God Rest their childs soul and Condolences to the family.

[@bakerwannabe4435]

So sorry to hear this. Condolences to his family.

[@nuwon8154]

I had mono when I was 14 and I nearly died as well. The pediatrician thought I had a typical sinus infection, so he prescribed ANTIBIOTICS....AMOXICILLIN to be exact. It caused what good antibodies I did have to attack my system as well. My spleen was 5 times the size of a normal spleen. It nearly ruptured. I spent a month fighting this illness. I lost 30 pounds because I couldn't eat, swallow nor drink anything. I had to take iv fluids. I couldn't breathe. My tonsils and neck were as wide as my face. Make any sense? Anyway, point is, the only sign at first was that my throat hurt and I was extremely exhausted. The fact that he didn't make it doesn't surprise me unfortunately. This thing is deadly.

[@StormsLover94]

Yeah I was playing sports with mono not realizing my spleen was about to rupture. One day I passed out so my parents took me to ER to find out it’s mono.

[@nuwon8154]

@@StormsLover94 wow. Such a blessing to be alive

[@Um.canal.que.eu.sigo.]

The exact same thing happened to me.

[@ariloves10]

Rest in peace Ryan 🙏🏼 Condolences to your family 😪

[@peggythomas2103]

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends.

[@kingoreo3642]

I had this as a teenager. Put me out of commission for months. I’m so sorry it took his life. 😞

[@Rt-ig4bk]

So heartbreaking, my deepest sympathies for Ryan and family.

[@rainyskye4787]

So, so sorry for your tremendous sudden loss. May the Lord pour peace upon your hearts during this time and moving forward. What a blessing it was to have such a beautiful, wonderful son even if it was a much shorter time than expected, and that love never goes away. Many prayers for you navigating life and finding strength to do so. 🤍

[@kateh3718]

he was cute and looked like a kind soul. I hope he had a good life. Poor kid.

[@CharlotteWebb1952]

Sending my deepest prayers to his family and all those who loved him.

[@rl798]

RIP Ryan💔. Condolences to your friends and family.

[@2hi4u2c.4]

This is absolutely heartbreaking. I am so sorry for this families loss.

[@honkahonkanoise]

as a teenager also with crohns this hits pretty close to home. my prayers go out to the family, i hope he rests well.

[@susanbace1314]

My heart and prayers go to this poor family. God bless all of you.

[@soccerclips23456]

I'm only 10 years old I couldn't imagine what it must feel like. I hope the best for the mom and dad

[@ritaharper132]

Deepest sympathy

[@clubsnatcher]

Oh my goodness, he looked just like his dad.

[@ypcomchic]

Prayers to the family. So terrible to lose a child.

[@ilenemorris8285]

I'm so sorry for your loss, my condolences. So heartbreaking

[@taylorfrink1182]

this is so so horrible and tragic, rest his soul in Paradise and bless his loved ones

[@puredust5797]

I had mono as a teenager and it triggered phobias..I lost weight..and 10 years later it still causes chronic fatigue

[@crazykuudere]

This is so sad bruh. Rest In Peace man.

[@mom2jsh]

That's horrible! Prayers to his family.

[@dragonfly3724]

God Bless this family! RIP

[@tinahumble7632]

Man this touched me… Poor guy 🤦🏿‍♀️ My prayers 🙏🏿 To the family

[@MexicanTeTe]

Mono is commonly spread in athletic teams that share water bottles. Very important to teach kids not to do that.

[@rachelparrish1543]

So sorry Ryan. We love you.

[@honorladone8682]

So handsome! RIP angel! Philadelphia USA

[@maddiemiller120]

I lost my childhood best friend she was 20 years old and was a first mother to her son she died from heart disease in Maryville IL on my last grandpa birthday July 31 2021 right before I was turning 21 on Aug I made a promise to her that I am gonna be there for her son and tell her son that his momma loved him❤️ and tell him all the great things about her he’s gonna be 3 next year 2023 🥺

[@bobbackward6461]

Tragic. I'm 43 now, but growing up I knew people who didn't make it to their 20th birthday. Sad that some go too soon.

[@miriamsandbrand1340]

May his memory be a blessing. 😢

[@Listening4Gabriel]

The closing sales pitch at the end of this touchingly sad video was completely inappropriate.

[@phyllismagunde5844]

The pain of losing a child is unbearable. My heart bleeds for these parents. It's only God who knows how to comfort and heal you.

[@Luna-1028]

My condolences to the parents, may the memories with your son, be a blessing. 🙏

[@debinvaw9758]

My deepest condolences to his family and friends. 🙏🏽🕊

[@delbertcast3543]

Nothing hurts more than losing a child

[@simchaval9986]

My most deepest condolence for family. Mom and dad, I know the pain of having your son Ill and not being able to do much. My son was severely affected by mono. I though he will not make it, diabetes type 1 don’t make things easy. God give and He takes away. In my case my son overcome but have severe headaches after that incident. Your son was taken, but I pray the God of peace that permit you to enjoy your son, will grant you peace and comfort.

[@elijahisrael7206]

🙏✝️🕊️ Prayers for His Family and Friends. What a beautiful young Man 🕊️✝️🙏

[@TheMpo1986]

Why would I like this video? That was incredibly insensitive. This video made me cry.

[@cram23]

my best friend had mono a long time ago and she was in the hospital for 2 days before going home to finish recovery and i spent the whole time with her. i couldn’t imagine losing someone to this awful disease that i had no idea was so dangerous

[@Marymary-ik1bx]

Our deepest sympathies.

[@bonniekeough244]

You'd have to bury me right alongside my son.... Unbearable loss.

[@diandiaz9026]

I’m 48 and I have lost my father but if one of my children were to go I think that could be more unbearable than anything so I definitely pray for the family for sure

[@rescue9810]

That father talking about watching his son die is hard to listen to 😔😔 I have a 10 yr old and I can’t imagine what that’s like. It’s something out of nightmares

[@lolastarry]

Prayers to the family my deep condolences 🙏

[@jennifersackley5480]

So sad. Sending prayers to the family 🙏

[@angeleeram3080]

Sorry for your loss from Trinidad

[@Hollybolly1234]

I am soooo deeply sadden and sorry for your loss. Too young.

[@antoniodeyeshua5176]

My prayers to the family.

[@johnlyndsay]

Love and light to the friends and family left behind ❤