In mainland China, the epidemic is raging. Recently, the story of Mr. Zhai from Zhengzhou, Henan, tearfully selling his bread van to save his wife, who developed pneumonia and lung failure due to a cold, has garnered attention online.
According to a report by the Henan TV Channel, Mr. Zhai from Xinmi City, Zhengzhou, shared that he and his wife were childhood sweethearts who got together after 10 years of courtship, and they have been married for nearly 20 years with a strong bond.
Unexpectedly, during the New Year period, his wife’s condition worsened, her lungs turned completely white due to the cold, and she suffered from multiple organ failure, leading to over 20 days of intensive care treatment in the CCU unit.
Mr. Zhai expressed, “After so many years of love, I am deeply saddened, truly saddened. If I can see her for just one more day, I will be at ease for one more day.”
Faced with the exorbitant medical expenses, he said, “I have considered all possible solutions, and now I have a small bread van that I can sell to help my wife!”
After the story was exposed by the media, many netizens expressed sympathy, saying, “If I can help, I will definitely lend a hand.” “This story is heartbreaking, I hope she can pull through.” “The love story of this couple makes me believe in true love.”
Moreover, comments on the video section also show that there is a significant increase in cases of white lungs recently, some of which have led to fatalities.
“My husband died of white lung.” “My 22-year-old sister also died of white lung on January 6.” “My father has white lung, and the doctors say they are powerless.” “My aunt passed away from white lung on the seventh day of the twelfth month.” “I survived white lung last year after emergency treatment at Zhengda.” Some lamented, “So many people have lost their lives due to this virus again this time!”
According to the official statements from the Chinese government, “white lung” refers to severe pneumonia, with clinical symptoms such as chest tightness, difficulty breathing, coughing, and sputum production. Additionally, patients often experience low blood oxygen saturation levels, leading to severe oxygen deficiency.
Some netizens questioned, “Could this white lung be the original COVID-19 virus?” Others responded, “It is indeed COVID-19, just with a different term. So, it is crucial to pay attention to keeping warm and avoid catching a cold.”