Ep 7. A Holiday in the Hospital

In Monsters Inside Me season 5 episode 7, titled "A Holiday in the Hospital," viewers are taken on a journey through the harrowing experiences of individuals who have contracted rare, and in some cases life-threatening, infections. The episode explores the stories of four individuals, each of whom has been afflicted by an insidious and often hard-to-identify parasite or disease, resulting in hospitalization during what was supposed to be a joyous time of year.

The first story follows a young woman who is admitted to the hospital during the holiday season with an inexplicable fever, and rapidly declining health. As doctors struggle to identify the source of her illness, they begin to suspect a rare parasitic infection that, if left untreated, could prove fatal. With her family by her side, the young woman undergoes a barrage of tests and treatments, as doctors fight to save her life.

The second story introduces us to a family who have just returned from a once-in-a-lifetime trip overseas, only to discover that their young daughter has been infected with a rare and deadly parasite. As doctors work to identify the source of the infection, it becomes clear that the girl's symptoms are only getting worse, and that time is running out to save her life. With no clear treatment plan in sight, the family must navigate a terrifying and uncertain path, as they fight to keep their daughter alive.

The third story focuses on a man who has been struggling for months with unexplained symptoms, including persistent headaches, fatigue, and nausea. Despite seeing a number of specialists, he remains undiagnosed until he is admitted to the hospital over the holidays with a sudden and severe onset of symptoms. As doctors begin to unravel the mystery of his illness, they discover that he is suffering from a dangerous and highly unusual bacterial infection that is resistant to many forms of treatment. With time running out, the patient and his medical team are forced to take drastic measures to save his life.

The final story centers on a woman who suffers a sudden and terrifying medical emergency while celebrating the holidays with her family. Rushed to the hospital, she is quickly diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening condition that requires immediate and aggressive treatment. As her family rallies around her, the woman endures a grueling series of procedures and treatments, as doctors fight to keep her alive and restore her to health.

Overall, "A Holiday in the Hospital" is a vivid and often intense look at the impact that rare and dangerous parasites and diseases can have on individuals and families during what should be a time of joy and celebration. Through the eyes of those who have lived through these experiences, viewers are taken on a journey of fear, hope, and ultimately, triumph, as each patient fights to overcome their illness and return to a normal life.