and the verdict is.....

MRSA! He'll be on 2 weeks of IV antibiotics. At this point, there's no knowing if that'll be in- or out-patient. The good news is, he's feeling good and stronger, he's been up walking around, and his spirits are good. So, you win some, you lose some, I guess.

here's a link for more info:

http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/understanding-mrsa-methicillin-resistant-staphylococcus-aureus