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Posted 8/9/2012 6:41 PM (GMT 0)
I'm baaaaaaaack!
I've been gone for three days to be with my parents while my father had a major hernia operation.
He's home now resting in his recliner. He had the surgery at 8:30am and was in the motel room by 3:00pm. They released him as soon as he was awake and peeing but we stayed in town until today just to be safe.
He seems to be okay just the usual grunts that go along with getting operated on.
Posted 8/10/2012 11:04 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Everyone

Hey Kitt - hope it went OK today.

I've not had my follow up yet but have had a message that my biopsies were negative. So things seem the same as on the previous scope, which may not be sufficient to be considered for surgery - gastritis, lowest grade of Barretts over a very very small area, not full circumference even, and mild oesophagitis. Not been told what is causing the gastritis.

Have now had an iron infusion for the anaemia, which is something they could have done 4 months ago but they pushed me through the surgeon's door instead. It will take a few weeks for the infusion to take effect but hopefully I'll start to feel better soon, albeit very gradual.

Off on holiday for a couple of weeks now, so just posting this tonight before I disappear (may or may not have internet whilst away).

Hope everyone's doing OK and look forward to an update from Kitt after her own tests.

TTFN

MMM x
Posted 8/11/2012 2:09 AM (GMT 0)
Have fun, MMM!  Hope you get your energy back very soon!

Kitt, thinking of you this weekend...♥♥

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Posted 8/11/2012 1:06 PM (GMT 0)
Morning Friends... I have a favor to ask of you all.. my heart has gone back into a-fib.. please send thoughts and prayers that it straightens out on it's own without medical procedures being done...
I truly don't know how much of this I can handle at this point. Our insurance at work is changing and everything has a more expensive co-pay come October. I have to get this fixed for good before then.
We are in the same fix most people are in this financially drained world.. most of our savings was depleted when I was out of work for 5 months and everything has gotten more expensive so we haven't been able to save...
Sorry for going on and on... just needed to vent cause I'm upset and scared of what will happen... Thanks for listening. sad

Sandi cry sad cry sad
Posted 8/11/2012 1:39 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Sandi,

Of course I'll send thoughts and prayers your way.  I'm sorry to hear you're having the a-fib again.  Don't forget to hang on to that very positive attitude of yours.  If you start focusing on the "what ifs" it won't solve a single problem, and can only destroy your peace of mind.

If you need the procedure you will be able to handle it.  I know right now it seems like every choice in front of you is a bad one, but if you end up with a procedure that permanently stops your a-fib, it might be the very best option.

Remember how you felt when you were dreading your Nissen and worrying about the outcome?  Fear of that procedure kept me unhealthy for many years.  Try to keep your eyes on that sunshine and those rainbows!  I'm sending those healing vibes your way...wait for it...wait for it...wait for it...do you feel them??!!!

Hang in there, my friend.

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We're all here for you...vent away.

((((Gentle Hugs))))

Denise

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Posted 8/11/2012 10:03 PM (GMT 0)
Hello my dear, dear friends,

I am very sad as things did not go OK yesterday.  CT shows colon cancer ( large tumor in colon ).  Biospy results hopefully will be back on Monday or Tuesday but I know I will be going to surgery - just not sure what day. 

I do not know when I will be back in the forum regularly but please email me if you have time as I would love to hear from you.

Hugs,

Kitt

Posted 8/11/2012 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
Sandi, My thoughts and prayers go out to you.  Wish I could be more help right now.  cry cry cry

Hugs,

Kitt

Posted 8/11/2012 10:15 PM (GMT 0)
Thinking of you, Kitt.♥♥  You know we're here for you.

(((Hugs)))

Denise

Posted 8/11/2012 10:25 PM (GMT 0)
KITT
My thoughts and prayers come to you now... here I am whining about my problems and you are facing this.. well, I have to tell you that in the last 2 years I have had 2 dear friends with the same illness. They both have had chemo and surgery and they are both mending very well.
I know that doesn't take away your fears, but I hope you know that we are all here for you and I am sending out healing thoughts and prayers to you and your family .. until we hear some positive reports (and after too) I will be sending prayers each day to support and help you through this stressful time.
sending your Gentle (((((((HUGS))))))) to you and yours...
SANDI smurf
Posted 8/11/2012 10:32 PM (GMT 0)
Denise
Thank you so much for reminding me that there are so many things they can do now for this and for reminding me that I need to keep a positive outlook. I am an intelligent person but sometimes I have a tendency to freak out first and then be sensible...
You are such a good friend..as is everyone here, I do so appreciate you!!!

Sandi smurf
Posted 8/12/2012 12:41 AM (GMT 0)
Oh, Kitt!
I'm so sorry to hear of the results!
I'm praying that you will get through this with flying colors and the cancer is not very big.
((((((((((((((((Hugs)))))))))))))))))))))
Rest and take care. Will be thinking of you. Love ya!
Posted 8/12/2012 1:26 AM (GMT 0)
Oh i am so sorry. I'm thinking of you.
Posted 8/12/2012 5:48 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you everyone and to those that sent email - hugs galore.  The waiting is so dang hard and each day my tummy gets bigger but I know I am not expecting twins I am working very hard to stay positive.  Love to each of you ♥♥♥♥   Kitt
Posted 8/13/2012 10:42 PM (GMT 0)
Kitt,

I just logged on briefly - on holiday with very wobbly Internet connection - just wanted to say I'm so sorry to hear your news. I know how horrid it is just having the tests and waiting for the results, but to then have that bombshell at the end . . . Please accept the enormous transatlantic hug being sent your way right now.

I hope the surgery and treatment are sorted quickly now - we'll all be thinking of you and waiting here to support you in any way we can.

Sandi, I hope the AF is behaving, but just in case it's not I'll add that to my - now rather long - prayer list!!

MMM xx
Posted 8/20/2012 12:42 AM (GMT 0)
My Friends..
I am back in afib, as I had told you last week. I went to my doctor and he is sending me to a doctor in Orlando (electrophysiologist) and I will probably be scheduled for a cardiac ablation. My cardiac doc said that he could do another cardioversion but with one failed, the next would probably fail also. Ablation is next on the list with my SSS history.
I am trying to keep up my spirits but, sliding back a step for every 2 I move forward with it. I am so glad I have you all to come here and cry about it to.

Kitt
I am praying everyday for you to receive strength from above, you will come through this with His grace surrounding you.

Denise, I am sorry I am no more help than this during this time when you could really use my help. I hope this will fix me. Thank you for being here for me.

Sandi sad shakehead sad
Posted 8/20/2012 1:05 AM (GMT 0)
Hi all-

I am back again, internet is up again.

With all everyone is going through a the moment my piddly issues seem mute. I'll tell you all anyway though. I have to go Tuesday for a lung CT scan. This is the lung I had a nodule removed from almost 5 years ago. During a chest Xray they noticed an area they were watching is now larger. I am going to go ahead with the spinal chord stimulator on September 11th. Then found out Thursday I have a rare type of cataracts in both eyes. Dr, says it's like someone took a pant brush and put a white dot right in the middle of the lens.

Take care,
Bill
Posted 8/20/2012 3:42 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Bill,

It sounds like your saga of medical issues continues.  I hope everything turns out well for you!

I'm glad to hear you're back online.  With Kitt recovering from a difficult surgery, it's good to have you back to moderate the forum.  We've missed you!

Hi Sandi,

I'm so sorry that you're having the same problems again.  Here's hoping that the procedure goes well and it solves your problems once and for all.  I'll say prayers and send healing thoughts your way.  Don't worry for a moment about the forum.  You just take care of yourself right now, and we can hold down the fort! ♥Keep your eyes on that sunshine and those rainbows, my friend!♥

Kitt,

Don't know when you'll be up and well enough to read this, but know that I'm thinking of you and praying for your speedy recovery.  You concentrate on getting yourself healing and back on the road to recovery.♥  ((((HUGS)))

Take care, one and all!

Denise

Posted 8/20/2012 6:43 AM (GMT 0)
Denise-
It's good to be back. I sure have missed you all.

Bill
Posted 8/20/2012 9:02 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome back Bill!

MMM
Posted 8/20/2012 9:37 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome back Bill!
I've had a crazy 2 weeks! Two weeks ago my father had major hernia surgery. I had to spend three days in a hospital and motel room and drive him and mom to and back from VA hospital. It's a 3hr ride one way.

Last week as soon as I came in from a doctor's visit my BIL called that my sister was having a problem with her nerves and he needed me ASAP. I threw two days worth of clothes and meds in a bag and drove 3 hrs to her house. For the remainer of the week I tried to help her recover. I had to call 911 to take her to the hospital when she suddenly slipped into an unknown coma Thursday morning. I stayed for two days by her bedside until they figured out she needed a transfer to a special nursing home for a few weeks. I went to see her the next day (Sunday) to see if she had improved. She was up walking around and talking again. :))
She's still dazed and confused from the last few days, but is doing so much better. She needed to stay there until she's fully recovered, but I'm so happy she's out of her coma.
Now I've got to take care of myself some this week between taking my dad back to the VA, mom to her doctor, me to my doctor, and seeing my sister again. WHEW! Pray for us!

Kitt, I hope you are feeling more spry today. I'm thinking of you!

Denise, I'll try to peek in during my running around to help out.

Love you all!
Posted 8/21/2012 12:57 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome back Bill...
and to
Denise, MMM, Joy, Bill, and above all Kitt

I am so grateful that I surfed the net and found you all.. this world is a very small place when you have the internet to bring you together from all corners...

I read something on face book yesterday that applies to all of us here on the forum...

GOD GIVES THE HARDEST BATTLES TO HIS STRONGEST SOLDIERS....

I think we all qualify there and I know we all support and care about each other...

BILL prayers are going out to you, get well and remember HE will not give you more than you can bear....

and JOY Praying for all of your family to run down that recovery road and you need to take care of yourself for a bit or you will be down..

DENISE.. praying that you will remain in decent health and you have a most marvelous time with grandbabies... I know the forum will keep on keeping on whether I am here or not, but just when you could use the most help.. I feel even worse....and can't hardly post at all.. no energy..

KITT.. if you read this know that I am sending healing prayers to you and I know you can come through all of this and have peace in your life...

Looking for those rainbows.....
Sandi smurf sad smurf sad
Posted 8/21/2012 1:53 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Sandi,

Don't worry about not being able to post.  When you feel better, you can jump back in and help.  Right now just take care of yourself and do what you need to do to heal and get better!  Remember...sunshine and rainbows!

Joy,

Yikes!  You've been through way too much these past couple weeks.  I hope things settle down for a while and you can recuperate!  Thanks for the help you give on the forum...your wise and experienced advice is appreciated by one and all!

Bill,

Hang in there!  Hope you're having a good day!

Kitt,

Thinking of you and sending healing thoughts and prayers!♥

((((HUGS))))

Denise

Posted 8/21/2012 10:47 PM (GMT 0)
Sandi-
Thank you for that. I sure pray the new doctor will have good news for you. Gotta agree with Denise, Take time to get yourself better ad swing by when you can. I love the way you just jumped in with both feet here from the start.

Joy-
Wow, I thought I had a crazy week...... So glad to hear your sister is getting better. That had to be very scary. I just go a letter from my SSDI and I have to go see one of their Psychologists September 4th.

Denise-
Your presence and help here is worth more than I can imagine. Thank you for helping to keep things rolling here while Kitt and I have been in and out of here.

Kitt- Thinking of you all the time my friend. Try to keep that Kitt wit through this rough patch.

Take care,
Bill
Posted 8/24/2012 1:24 PM (GMT 0)
Hi all-

Kitt- SO HAPPY YOU ARE HOME! yeah turn yeah turn yeah turn yeah
Please take it easy and rest when you need to. Love and hugs to you and your family.

Well got a call from the VA yesterday and seems the neuro surgeon read my lung CT and wants me to see a pulmonary doctor before he will do the SCS surgery. I am also going to see if I can get a copy of the CT to my local Thoracic surgeon who did my other lung surgery and my last nissen.
I am hoping it's just scarring from all the nerve blocks I have had on that side ribs. Seems the Neuro surgeon is worried I have a lung infection, but with all the anti biotics I have had over the last 3 years I can't see how that can be.

Take care,
Bill devil
Posted 8/25/2012 2:05 AM (GMT 0)
Kitt, glad you're home!

Bill, they seem to find the most things to slow down progress at the VA. I hope there's no infection.
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