Back in the hospital

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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    lunazul wrote: »
    Good luck!!! Stay strong and use the pain meds.

    Trust me, been smoozing the nurses since I got admitted with that end in mind :wink:
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited November 2010
    edbert wrote: »
    Especially when you wear it backwards!!! The ties go in the back man!
    Depends who's in front of you :wink::biggrin:
    EndersShadow wrote: »
    Trust me, been schmoozing the nurses since I got admitted with that end in mind :wink:
    Is that suppose to better than meds, I guess it just depends if the wify notices, right :wink: Now, which end you actually have in mind :confused:
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    “Your attitude, almost always determine your altitude in life” ;)
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    TECHNOKID wrote: »
    Is that suppose to better than meds, I guess it just depends if the wify notices, right :wink: Now, which end you actually have in mind :confused:

    No, its supposed to perhaps allow me to potentially have more leeway with their dispersal later on...unfortunately it doesnt matter since I will be moving rooms after surgery.

    But I go from having a roommate to no roommate so that a good....that and I was on the 3rd floor last time anyway so maybe some of the same nurses will be there...

    and I have already schmoozed them... :biggrin:
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited November 2010
    Shhhuttt, not so loud, the wify may hear you :redface::frown::tongue:
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    TECHNOKID wrote: »
    Shhhuttt, not so loud, the wify may hear you :redface::frown::tongue:

    lol...trust me, with my hot wife, I dont wanna schmooze anyone besides her unless its for pain meds lol..
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Last post before surgery. Lyrics from a Newsboys song have been running through my head, thought I would share them:
    In the hands of God we will fall
    Rest for the restless, and the weary
    Hope for the sinner
    In the hands of God we stand tall
    Hands that are mighty to deliver
    Giving us freedom
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Happy one day before Thanksgiving, everyone!

    I am back and better than ever. Officially I lost one foot of small bowel.

    First and foremost, let's just say that our surgeon was phenomenal. He came HIGHLY recommended by a family friend and surgeon, so we were confident that I was in the best hands possible. They wheeled me in at 2:30 and I was out within an hour. The surgeon came out with fabulous news. The diseased area of bowel basically jumped into his hands as soon as they made the incision. He said that all together there were about four or five strictures (which they weren't able to see on the CT). So, they removed about a foot of my bowel and put me back together to go into recovery. The doctor said that everything else looked pristine... what all does that mean?

    I AM CURRENTLY DISEASE FREE!

    The doctor did tell us, however, that about 50% of Crohn's patients that undergo surgery will eventually need more within seven years. We are praying and faithful that I will be in that 50% that will never need it again. I will be put on some medications to help keep me in remission and continuing on the Humira. Although spending Thanksgiving in the hospital was not my ideal way of celebrating this holiday... it is the best Thanksgiving I have ever had.

    I always have a lot to be thankful for and can list my blessings at the dinner table before carving into that turkey, but to hear those words - "disease free" and "remission" were everything my wife and I have been praying for every night for for the last three years. Most of all, hearing that doctor tell me that I will be able to eat whatever I want makes me crack a big grin.

    So, I am not totally completely coherent, but doing well (so my posts today might not make total sense).

    As a side note thought you guys might enjoy this status update my wife posted on Facebook.....
    He literally just woke up for a brief moment and asked me to email him a copy of some random person's Verizon bill so that he could remove the hold off of their account. Then he proceeded to tell me that he ships out parts for Polk and that he feels bad that he's leaving the guys hanging. Haha! If only he knew what he was saying.
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • Fireman32
    Fireman32 Posts: 4,845
    edited November 2010
    Glad to hear it all went well. Happy Thanksgiving.
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited November 2010
    Its wonderful news and Happy Thanksgiving.

    very funny quote. that one is gonna be one memory not to be forgotten LOL !

    Speedy Recovery.
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  • potee
    potee Posts: 610
    edited November 2010
    Super news.Even my day will be better for it and I've never met you.

    All the best PoTee.

    Don't forget to give the good news to your friends at AVS
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  • love2listen
    love2listen Posts: 172
    edited November 2010
    Amen Brother!!! Wishing you a speedy recovery! Keep the Faith.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited November 2010
    Good luck Brother and my family and I will pray for your quick recovery.
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  • TECHNOKID
    TECHNOKID Posts: 4,298
    edited November 2010
    Great news, I am very happy and glad for you in turned out that way! Your faith, patience and attitude paid of!

    " Your attitude, almost always determines your altitude in life." You proved it to us! God really answers prayers!

    Praying for your speedy recovery!
    TK
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  • CCNJ
    CCNJ Posts: 384
    edited November 2010
    Prayers sent your way. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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  • lunazul
    lunazul Posts: 781
    edited November 2010
    Fantastic news! Don't rush into that Thanksgiving dinner just yet. Make sure that particular area heals cleanly.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited November 2010
    i bet you're hungry
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    lunazul wrote: »
    Fantastic news! Don't rush into that Thanksgiving dinner just yet. Make sure that particular area heals cleanly.

    Trust me so far its been 2 servings of apple juice and 2 jello's. I am in no mood to rush eating solids at all. Last thing I want to do is rip open my stitches.
    danger boy wrote: »
    i bet you're hungry

    surprisingly not really, but i am also doped up on some major pain meds which might affect that..

    Doesnt mean I wouldnt love a nice layout of Mark Pi's sweet and sour chicken however lol.....
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Although this isnt the picture of the Polk shirt, thought I would share a picture of my battle scar...

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    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited November 2010
    EndersShadow wrote: »
    Although this isnt the picture of the Polk shirt, thought I would share a picture of my battle scar...

    IMG00007-20101125-1422.jpg

    Ouch!!!:eek: Hope your pain subsides quickly.
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Package arrived at the rental office today and they are dropping it by the apartment later today. The wife is going to pick it up on her way to see me and I will the requested picture. Decided that the picture wasn't worth shaving for because I feel like being lazy. It also is the only time I will ever get to try out a beard as the wife doesn't like them and I don't normally have enough days off in a row to grow one....

    So I will post another picture after I get out (getting discharged tomorrow) with what I normally look like all clean shaven and whatnot.....
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Pictures as promised:

    Me with all the awesome Polk Gear (Thanks Guys!)
    IMG00020-20101127-2015.jpg

    My beautiful wife
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    My wife and I
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    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • AudioGenics
    AudioGenics Posts: 2,567
    edited November 2010
    It is really great to see you smiling and your wife too.
    I hope all is going well and your recovery will be swift !

    Take care and be well.
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  • schwarcw
    schwarcw Posts: 7,335
    edited November 2010
    Great to see that the worst is behind you and that you are on the mend!! I am so pleased to see you smiling and feeling good again. This is great news!:biggrin:
    Carl

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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Yup, getting out tomorrow sometime. Kept all my food down with no issues. Some slight discomfort that will fade in the coming weeks. Really looking forward to going home and seeing my dogs. I REALLY REALLY MISS THEM :frown:.

    Really noticed how much muscle mass I have lost in my legs from the bedrest. I am down from 155 to 140 since the 8th of this month. Going to try and beef back up.

    Mostly looking forward to not being attached to an IV and being able to move around some. Will have very limited driving abilities if any at all, but am going to enjoy sitting on the porch and doing some reading with the dogs.

    Thanks to everyone for the well wishes. I plan on trying to keep things updated as I go.

    And with all my free time I will be able to continue to contribute to the forums and hopefully get a Midwest/Indiana Forum Members meet planned or at least get the planning started.

    Looking forward to it all.

    Much thanks to the Folks at Polk for the care package. The generosity surprised myself, my wife and my family. Glad to be able to consider myself a part of such a community!
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2010
    Glad you are coming along.
    Take care Bro!
    Ben
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited November 2010
    EndersShadow wrote: »
    Pictures as promised:

    Me with all the awesome Polk Gear (Thanks Guys!)
    IMG00020-20101127-2015.jpg

    My beautiful wife
    IMG00021-20101127-2017.jpg


    My wife and I
    IMG00026-20101127-2019.jpg
    OH YEAH!!! THAT'S HOW IT'S DONE!

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  • Fongolio
    Fongolio Posts: 3,516
    edited November 2010
    Great news that you're doing well. A friend of mine has Crohn's and has been in and out of hospitals for years but he keeps acting like an idiot and eating all the stuff he's not supposed to. Now he has the bag. If you take care of yourself although not curable Crohn's is managable and you can have a happy productive life. I'm glad you caught it early before too much damage was done. You seem to have a great attitude and a loving supportive (and really cute) wife. You're doing great and that's fantastic news.

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  • EndersShadow
    EndersShadow Posts: 17,590
    edited November 2010
    Yeah, I manage my food quite well which is why this was annoying to us. I would eat all the things that shouldnt cause problems and feel great, but then end up in the hospital. Now that they took everything out I should be able to eat some more foods, but I plan to be very cautious about what I eat. Spicy food is still probably going to be off the list, but hoping some more red meats will be available for me to eat.

    Hoping to never need the bag as that is just a world of not fun. The goal is to be able to keep it managed from here on out and continue with my normal boring productive life.
    "....not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted." William Bruce Cameron, Informal Sociology: A Casual Introduction to Sociological Thinking (1963)
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited November 2010
    EndersShadow wrote: »
    Pictures as promised:

    Me with all the awesome Polk Gear (Thanks Guys!)
    IMG00020-20101127-2015.jpg

    My beautiful wife
    IMG00021-20101127-2017.jpg


    My wife and I
    IMG00026-20101127-2019.jpg

    Super cool, get well! The scar rulez and so does the Polk shirt tribute.....the best is your wife, your rock and tell her beards are cooler than scars.
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  • mrbigbluelight
    mrbigbluelight Posts: 9,698
    edited November 2010
    Congratulations on your succcesful surgery, keep pluggin' and chuggin'.


    ....speaking of plugs..... you do know that those electrical outlets in your room are hospital grade which is the same thing as audio grade ? They would make nice souvenirs, IMO.

    Again, congratulations ! :smile:
    Sal Palooza
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