Not so boring, unfortunately
Things went along OK for the first couple of days, but then I noticed some weakness and palsy in my right hand. At first the doctors thought it might be swelling from the IVs on the nerve, but after a Neuro exam and an MRI last night we found I'd had a small stroke. This was a known risk, because I had to stop the blood thinners I normally take so the operation wounds could clot. Apparently there was a rogue clot also.
Anyway, the effects are relatively small and should ease with time. The rest of the recovery is moving a bit slower than hoped. I'll spare you the icky details of getting a digestive tract restarted after remodeling. Just say that all inputs and outputs are tracked with great attention.
It looks as if they may send me home tomorrow, or possibly Friday.
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I'm sure you're happy to be going home, but you have had some outstanding care and seem to be bearing up well. We look forward to your full recovery, Marian . . . Bob & Lol
Your CHRC friends send our love and will await a note from home from you before long. We know that you are surrounded by an expert and caring team! Sarah (CHRC)
Rooting for you to get home tomorrow. Thanks for the update sorry it’s taking longer than expect
Oh oh....you are handling everything beautifully-..so glad you get to go home.. Hope you continue to improve with no snags along the way- If you need anything- please don’t hesitate 😇
So sorry you've had complications, Marian. I'm really glad to hear you'll be going home soon. Home is so much more comfortable. With the love of friends and family coming your way, I wish you the best recovery possible. André
Slowly and surely... good! Cheers!
Marian, Anne and I wish you all good luck and a smoother ride on your road to recovery.
That sounds like no fun at all! I'm sorry the recovering is feeling slow right now. We'll continue sending lots of love and good, healing vibes to you and your digestive tract. Here's hoping you're both healthy and comfortable again soon! Meanwhile, best wishes for settling back in at home. <3
Bummer to have this bump in the road. But at least it wasn't something from far out in left field. I'm pulling for you to get past this blip and get home into comfortable and familiar surrounds as soon as possible.