I've kind of slacked on the whole "blogging' thing! Tomorrow will be 3 weeks since my hysterectomy. I think I am overdoing it but feeling fine other than few twinges and get tired really quick. I think it could be alot worse so I am thankful that I am at least moving and getting back to normal. A great website for anyone that is having 'female troubles' is http://www.hystersisters.com/
Getting ready for the kids' birhtdays and birthday parties. I feel like it has crept up on me and I am not ready. I procrastinated too long on the cake and will probably have to make do with a Wal-Mart cake (yuck) We'll see. Also been busy with the wine tasting and silent auction that VIM is having next week. How time flies!
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
Post-Op 3.0
One week down. I got my staples out today.. It wasn't too bad, some of them pinched. They look like they should hurt alot more than what they do anyway. I still hurt pretty bad on my right side (the side that was already vacant.......) but other than that ok. I have had some night sweats and anger management issues but again nothing that wasn't expected. I go back to see the dr in a week and then will hopefully discuss hormone replacement therapy. He didn't seem too concerned with my lack of hormone making so ........
I still can't drive. Supposed to be 2 weeks but I'm thinking by the end of this week I should be good.
The kids have been crazy. They stayed at my mom and dad's last week because Buzz had to work and I can't do much. Aidan was happy to be home, Bella keeps looking for her Nammie. So much for missing Mom!! Tonight should be interesting getting them to take a bath without physically putting them in it. I think Aidan is figuring out that I can't lift him so he thinks he doesn't have to do what I say.
We are still eating leftovers!! Everyone has been great bringing us food! Cupcakes ran out quick.....
I still can't drive. Supposed to be 2 weeks but I'm thinking by the end of this week I should be good.
The kids have been crazy. They stayed at my mom and dad's last week because Buzz had to work and I can't do much. Aidan was happy to be home, Bella keeps looking for her Nammie. So much for missing Mom!! Tonight should be interesting getting them to take a bath without physically putting them in it. I think Aidan is figuring out that I can't lift him so he thinks he doesn't have to do what I say.
We are still eating leftovers!! Everyone has been great bringing us food! Cupcakes ran out quick.....
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Post-Op 2.0
This sucks! I didn't realize how bad I was going to hurt. I'm allergic to the medicine they sent me home with so I have to wait to get something else. The pain is by far the worst I've ever had with any of my surgeries but they didn't take as much stuff out as they did this time!! The nurses were a little stingy with the pain meds but I guess that is their job!
I had a mild panic attack before they took me back and started crying. Poor Buzz didn't know what to think! After they gave me some calm down meds, I asked Dr. Good if he brought his A game. He got a kick out of that! I remember waking up in terrible pain and having that damn breathing apparatus in my throat. UGH! So far my recovery has been uneventful. The kids come home tomorrow so that should prove interesting. I think Aidan is having a hard time being away. Bells couldn't care less as long as she is being waited on 24/7!
I've been having mild hot flashes. I'm not on any hormones right now (I forgot to ask dr if he gave me a hormone shot-probably should find out) I'm off to have a nap. Maybe my posts will start to be a little more cohesive in thinking once I stop taking the pain meds. I'm a little scattered.
Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers....and food! I had cupcakes for breakfast and they were great!
I had a mild panic attack before they took me back and started crying. Poor Buzz didn't know what to think! After they gave me some calm down meds, I asked Dr. Good if he brought his A game. He got a kick out of that! I remember waking up in terrible pain and having that damn breathing apparatus in my throat. UGH! So far my recovery has been uneventful. The kids come home tomorrow so that should prove interesting. I think Aidan is having a hard time being away. Bells couldn't care less as long as she is being waited on 24/7!
I've been having mild hot flashes. I'm not on any hormones right now (I forgot to ask dr if he gave me a hormone shot-probably should find out) I'm off to have a nap. Maybe my posts will start to be a little more cohesive in thinking once I stop taking the pain meds. I'm a little scattered.
Thank you everyone for your thoughts and prayers....and food! I had cupcakes for breakfast and they were great!
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010
Pre-Op 2.1
So now I have to be at the hospital at 12pm. Moving up, day getting shorter. They could call up to Sunday night and move my time up...I have no problem with that. Less time to freak out and not eat and drink. I'll have to get Buzz to bring me a GINORMOUS unsweet tea from Sonic. Probably won't even feel like having anything.
A friend of mine reminded me of the fact that I will 1. be alone 2. on drugs 3. have tv/book/drugs Sounds like a vacation. I have the best mom in the world and she is going to be hanging out with the kids. So I am set until next weekend. Any takers? :o)
I don't have to do any 'bowel' prep (again this would be oversharing on FB but seeing how we are all friends.........) so I am stoked about that. I do have to take out my newly pierced nose ring. I have a plastic thing to go in but not sure if anesth. will let me keep that in. I do not believe I will be getting it pierced for the 5th time (long story)
Cheers
A friend of mine reminded me of the fact that I will 1. be alone 2. on drugs 3. have tv/book/drugs Sounds like a vacation. I have the best mom in the world and she is going to be hanging out with the kids. So I am set until next weekend. Any takers? :o)
I don't have to do any 'bowel' prep (again this would be oversharing on FB but seeing how we are all friends.........) so I am stoked about that. I do have to take out my newly pierced nose ring. I have a plastic thing to go in but not sure if anesth. will let me keep that in. I do not believe I will be getting it pierced for the 5th time (long story)
Cheers
Pre-Op Part 2
I had my pre-registration appointment this morning. Went through the usual questions......etc. I can eat, drink anything until midnight Sunday. I don't have to be at the hospital until 1:45 so it is going to be a LONG morning. No coffee, nothing. Should be a good time.....
Spoke with the dr about any concerns, said he might have to put a stint in my ureters to make sure they don't kink up. Told him whatever he had to do to keep me from future problems to go ahead and do it now. I'd like to go longer than 1 year without having to have surgery or some other medical problem. We'll see.
Off to referee the kids....
Spoke with the dr about any concerns, said he might have to put a stint in my ureters to make sure they don't kink up. Told him whatever he had to do to keep me from future problems to go ahead and do it now. I'd like to go longer than 1 year without having to have surgery or some other medical problem. We'll see.
Off to referee the kids....
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Pre-op
OK, so I wanted to let everyone know what is going on without having to call everyone and trying to tell the story over and over. And while FB is a great tool for updates, I really don't want random people knowing about my hysterectomy. Not opposed to writing 'around' it just don't want to announce it. I thought a blog would be perfect....never thought I would actually write one. Aren't they supposed to funny? Enlightening? well.....
Yes, I am having a hysterectomy on Monday November 8th. As you all know, I have had severe problems with endometriosis and while a hyst won't 'cure' it it will certainly help. I've also been bleeding between periods and found out today that my estrogen level is < 7. Normal range is over 50, usually over 100 for someone my age. (from what I've read) My body isn't producing any estrogen, therefore it own't be having any more babies anyway. After Bells, we had decided that it wouldn't be in my best interests to get pregnant again and decided no more. I couldn't agree more now that she is almost 2 and rowdier than her brother. It's sad that I won't have that option anymore, estrogen or not. Something to be said for having all your female organs. But I feel after a 2nd opinion and the opinions of some others that this is the best course of action for me. Yay for menopause.......
Dr. Good is Tullahoma is doing the surgery (if you've heard very bad things, tell me now) So I will be at Harton at least through Tuesday, possibly Wednesday. He is going in abdominally to make sure that he zaps all the endo and to make sure my bladder is good (from that nice bladder laceration) and to see where the endo has spread. I have several things going on and he felt this was the best way to do it. It means longer recovery time but hopefully won't have to have any more surgery down the road. He is removing my left ovary (right one went missing at 22.....it was removed people!!!) uterus and cervix. I will say hello to menopause shortly after. Pray for my husband ;) Bright side, I won't have to worry about cervical, ovarian or uterian cancer!
I will keep everyone updated on how things are going. Probably update after pre-admissions on Friday when I know the time.
Much love to everyone
Yes, I am having a hysterectomy on Monday November 8th. As you all know, I have had severe problems with endometriosis and while a hyst won't 'cure' it it will certainly help. I've also been bleeding between periods and found out today that my estrogen level is < 7. Normal range is over 50, usually over 100 for someone my age. (from what I've read) My body isn't producing any estrogen, therefore it own't be having any more babies anyway. After Bells, we had decided that it wouldn't be in my best interests to get pregnant again and decided no more. I couldn't agree more now that she is almost 2 and rowdier than her brother. It's sad that I won't have that option anymore, estrogen or not. Something to be said for having all your female organs. But I feel after a 2nd opinion and the opinions of some others that this is the best course of action for me. Yay for menopause.......
Dr. Good is Tullahoma is doing the surgery (if you've heard very bad things, tell me now) So I will be at Harton at least through Tuesday, possibly Wednesday. He is going in abdominally to make sure that he zaps all the endo and to make sure my bladder is good (from that nice bladder laceration) and to see where the endo has spread. I have several things going on and he felt this was the best way to do it. It means longer recovery time but hopefully won't have to have any more surgery down the road. He is removing my left ovary (right one went missing at 22.....it was removed people!!!) uterus and cervix. I will say hello to menopause shortly after. Pray for my husband ;) Bright side, I won't have to worry about cervical, ovarian or uterian cancer!
I will keep everyone updated on how things are going. Probably update after pre-admissions on Friday when I know the time.
Much love to everyone
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