A man from the U.S. had to have both of his legs amputated after a serious accident during a camping trip. Max Armstrong, age 40, was out camping with friends in Colorado in December 2024. While cooking pasta, he accidentally burned his thumb on a hot pan. At first, he didn’t think much of it.
However, a few days later, his left leg began to swell, and his toenails turned purple. A week after the burn, he went to the hospital. Doctors found that he had an infection from strep A bacteria in his burn, which caused a severe condition called sepsis. Sepsis can be very dangerous if not treated quickly.
Max was put into an induced coma for six days. When he woke up, he was shocked to find that his legs had turned black. The doctors recommended amputating them to save his life. After a three-hour surgery, both of his legs were removed.
After spending a month recovering in the hospital, Max finally went home. He now has to learn how to get around in a wheelchair.
Max reflected on his experience, saying, “It was supposed to be a fun trip with friends, but it turned into a nightmare. I’ve always gotten little burns and cuts while camping, so I didn’t think this was serious.”
He also shared how he felt when he woke up from the coma: “At first, I thought my legs were still there, but then I realized they were gone. The nurse reminded me to think about my family, which helped keep me grounded.
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