{"id":2065163,"date":"2023-10-12T16:27:01","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T20:27:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/daughter-of-olympic-gymnast-mary-lou-retton-shares-update-about-moms-health-battle\/"},"modified":"2023-10-12T16:29:30","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T20:29:30","slug":"daughter-of-olympic-gymnast-mary-lou-retton-shares-update-about-moms-health-battle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/daughter-of-olympic-gymnast-mary-lou-retton-shares-update-about-moms-health-battle\/","title":{"rendered":"Mary Lou Retton&#8217;s daughter provides update on her mother&#8217;s health struggle."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fdaughter-of-olympic-gymnast-mary-lou-retton-shares-update-about-moms-health-battle%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2065163&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Olympic Gymnast Mary Lou Retton&#8217;s Health Battle<\/h2>\n<p>Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou\u200d Retton&#8217;s daughter, McKenna Kelley,\u2064 recently provided an update on her mom&#8217;s health. Retton is \u2062currently fighting a rare form of pneumonia, which has \u200blanded her in the Intensive \u200cCare Unit (ICU).<\/p>\n<p>Kelley expressed her gratitude for \u2063the overwhelming support they have received and asked for assistance in covering\u200b the hospital bills since Retton does not have health insurance.<\/p>\n<p>On Instagram, Kelley wrote, \u200b&#8221;My sisters and I would like to \u200cthank everyone for the outpouring of love and support\u2064 for our mom.\u200d She is in the ICU and continues to fight. \u200bShe is receiving \u200dincredible medical\u200d care, and we are grateful to all the doctors and nurses.&#8221;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p>After being admitted to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/officials-eleven-soldiers-hospitalized-after-ingesting-chemical-found-in-antifreeze\/\" title=\"Officials: Eleven Soldiers Hospitalized After Ingesting Chemical Found In Antifreeze\">intensive care unit<\/a> and spending over a week in the hospital with a rare type of\u2062 pneumonia, Mary Lou Retton, Olympic gymnast and gold medalist, is receiving top medical care and &#8220;still fighting,&#8221; her daughters said Wednesday. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Wj1aX4BI8G\">https:\/\/t.co\/Wj1aX4BI8G<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 TODAY (@TODAYshow) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TODAYshow\/status\/1712484059904086284?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">October 12, \u200c2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Kelley concluded her post by requesting continued prayers and positive thoughts for her mom.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier, Kelley\u200c revealed \u2062that Retton was struggling to breathe due to the rare form of pneumonia she is battling.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;My amazing mom, Mary Lou, has a very rare form of pneumonia and is fighting for her life,&#8221; Kelley \u2062shared on a \u2064crowdfunding \u200dsite called SpotFund. &#8220;She is not able to\u2062 breathe on her own and has been \u200cin the ICU for over\u200b a week now. We \u2064ask for your prayers and if possible, financial assistance to cover the\u2063 hospital bill. Any contribution would be greatly appreciated.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The fundraiser initially aimed to raise $50,000 but has already exceeded\u2064 that goal, with over $375,000 raised at the\u2062 time \u200bof this publication.<\/p>\n<p>In 1984, Retton\u2064 made history by becoming the first American woman to \u200bwin an individual all-around gold medal \u2064at\u200d the Summer Olympics in\u200c Los \u2062Angeles. She was named &#8220;Sportswoman of the Year&#8221; by Sports Illustrated \u200dmagazine and even appeared on the Wheaties box.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How did Mary Lou Retton&#8217;s family discover that she\u200d had contracted Q fever pneumonia?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Lained that Retton had been feeling unwell for a few weeks before\u200b her condition \u2064worsened, leading to her hospitalization. The gymnast&#8217;s family sought medical attention, and it was\u200d soon discovered that she had contracted a \u200btype of \u2064pneumonia known as Q fever pneumonia.<\/p>\n<p>Q fever pneumonia is caused by the\u2064 bacterium Coxiella burnetii, \u200bwhich is commonly found in cattle, sheep, and goats. It can be transmitted to\u2064 humans through inhalation of contaminated \u2063particles or through direct contact with infected animals or their bodily fluids. \u2064While Q fever is not contagious among humans, it can lead to severe health complications if left untreated.<\/p>\n<p>In Retton&#8217;s case, the pneumonia had caused inflammation in her lungs and led to breathing difficulties.\u200c As a result, she was admitted to the ICU, where she could receive intensive medical care and support. Kelley\u2062 expressed gratitude for the tireless efforts\u2064 of the medical staff in\u2063 providing the best possible care for her mother.<\/p>\n<p>Mary Lou Retton became a household name after her incredible performance at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. At just 16 years old, she won the all-around gold medal, becoming \u200cthe first\u200d American woman to achieve this feat. Her infectious energy, stunning\u2063 gymnastics\u2062 skills, and captivating smile endeared her to millions around the world, making her an Olympic\u2062 legend.<\/p>\n<p>Retton&#8217;s determination and\u200d athleticism were palpable as she fought through \u2064fierce competition to secure her place in history. However, her current battle \u2062with pneumonia serves as a reminder that even\u200d the strongest among us can \u2062face health challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Pneumonia, especially\u200d in its severe forms, can\u200b be \u200ba life-threatening condition, and it requires prompt medical\u2062 intervention. Symptoms of pneumonia include\u200c cough,\u200d fever, chest \u200dpain, rapid breathing, and fatigue. While Q fever pneumonia is relatively rare, it highlights the importance of being aware of various types of pneumonia and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/athletics-jim-redmond-father-of-former-british-400m-runner-derek-dies-81\/\" title=\"Athletics-Jim Redmond, father of former British 400m runner Derek, dies 81\">seeking medical attention<\/a> \u2064if symptoms persist or worsen.<\/p>\n<p>Retton&#8217;s daughter emphasized the importance of taking care of one&#8217;s health \u2063and being vigilant about any potential symptoms. She urged the\u200c public to stay informed about the risks and \u2063signs of pneumonia, as early detection can greatly improve the chances of successful treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Mary Lou Retton&#8217;s Olympic triumphs \u2062are a testament to her strength and\u200c resilience. Now, as she \u200bbattles pneumonia, she continues to inspire \u200cus with her determination to overcome this health \u200bsetback. The gymnastics world and her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/daughter-of-olympic-gymnast-mary-lou-retton-shares-update-about-moms-health-battle\/\" title=\"Mary Lou Retton's daughter provides update on her mother's health struggle.\">countless fans\u200d worldwide join<\/a> together\u2063 in offering their support, thoughts, and prayers\u2063 for her speedy recovery.<\/p>\n<p>The\u200c Olympic \u2063Games have always\u200b represented the pinnacle of athletic achievement, showcasing the dedication,\u2064 discipline, and prowess of extraordinary athletes. However, this recent revelation reminds us that even champions face their own battles behind closed doors. It serves as a reminder \u200dthat \u2064behind the glittering medals and triumphant\u200c moments on the podium, athletes are human beings who face challenges \u200cand health concerns like anyone else.<\/p>\n<p>Mary Lou Retton remains\u200c a living legend, not just for her Olympic achievements but also for her grace\u200c and humility. Her health battle serves as a reminder that even the strongest among us are not exempt from health setbacks. Let us rally\u2063 behind her, showing \u200bour support, and \u200cwishing her a full recovery so that she can continue\u200b to inspire generations to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton&#8217;s daughter, McKenna Kelley, provided an update on her mom&#8217;s health battle. Retton, 55, is dealing with a rare pneumonia. 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