Back in the hospital
Unfortunately Steve’s return home was short lived. On Thursday we were back at the cancer hospital for a follow-up visit and a CT scan revealed a perforated bowel. This is a very serious condition and although he is stable at the moment, it will require surgery most likely within the next week. The silver lining is that given the proximity of the perforation to the primary tumor, the latter will also be removed during surgery. Although this means a longer road to recovery, we are hopeful that Steve’s quality of life will improve after getting rid of the tumor.
Thanks for your ongoing care and support.
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Comments (17)
I send wishes for great strength to all of you! Love to Steve.
Dear Wings, so glad you got him to care before it became more acute. We will be sending healing wishes Steve's way and hopes for a safe surgery. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to support all of you, food, respite, etc. Love to you all
Well, Steve, big change, one that's both serious the hopeful. If you ha ve the surgery, I hope they can remove the tumor. Looking for blessings, LeRoy.
Dear Steve, I'm so sorry to hear about your return to the hospital. We are all pulling for you to be able to return to your family and friends, as well as the very important work that you do. My thoughts are with you--sending strong and positive energy for your quick recovery. Warmest Regards, Wenonah
Steve, So sorry to hear about all the complications and mishaps. Praying that your surgery goes well and allows you a more nomal peaceful life. Loving thoughts to all of you. Stephen
Dear Betsy, Ann, and Marion - Thank you for the update. We'll be hoping along with you. Vic and Marion.
Dear Steve: Been thinking about you so much -- about your decades of activism, your unerring sense of right and wrong, and how much you taught me and helped me. I go back to the editorial we wrote together (and more than one press release), where outrage was always leavened with laughter and humor. You are such a wonderful collaborator. Sending love and hope your way. Cat Warren
Sending positive thoughts and vibes your way! You are all in my thoughts and in my prayers. Kris
Thank you for the continuing updates which help us to remember to keep Steve right at the top of our prayer lists. Peace, Cathy
Dear Steve and Wing Family..... We Love You and wish you as much togetherness and comfort as you can find in these days ahead. Lots of Love from Diane and i.... if you need us please do not hesitate to call..... or let us know somehow....! Love, Scotty and Diane
To the Wing family... my best wishes, thoughts, and prayers go out to you all... Myra Dotson
Dear Steve, I'm so sorry to learn of your setback and readmission. I send my best wishes for successful surgery and early return to your home and family. Warmly, Bob
So sorry to hear of the setback, but praying he'll have a great comeback! Smiles to you Steve and the family, praying for you all's strength.
Sending thoughts and love to all of you. Jim Smith and Susan Kelemen
Rooting for you, Steve! Betsy and family - please let me know if there's anything you need. Happy to run errands, bring food, or anything else that might be helpful. Steve has my contact info!
Strength to you all. Tell us if you would like us to visit or do anything, deliver anything, or help in any way. With love from Jerry and Cathy
Steve, Bestsy and family- thinking of you every day and sending you positive healing energy so you can get through this and back home! Love all of you Wings!