Guest guest Posted November 27, 2002 Report Share Posted November 27, 2002 Just wanted to send a brief note to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. After spending 20 days in ICU and 92 days in the hospital a friend of mine this morning suggested this probably isn't a time when I feel much like giving thanks. Nothing could be farther from the truth - he is very wrong. I am so thankful God in His infinite mercy has seen me through this difficult time. I am so thankful for my support groups and the many friends I have made through this group. This year I am 84 pounds lighter than I was a year ago. I can actually see my toes and wipe my own rear end for the first time in many years. I don't need a special device to help me do that anymore. This year I can walk and talk at the same time - I am no longer oxygen starved. Even with this wound vac and needing to use a wheelchair whenever I leave the house, I know this is the last Thanksgiving I will need the wheelchair and my wound is slowly closing. The staff infection is gone and the pain is decreasing daily. Finally Dr Moody is in net for me and I now have a great team of doctors helping me. Both my surgeons and PCP are in the same office and work together. Even though I had a good PCP before, I now have one that understands the gastric bypass surgery and the issues caused by the surgery. Last Tuesday she ordered a full blood screen to make sure everything is in balance. She ordered blood cultures just to see if there is any sign of infection. Next week they are doing the bone density scan. I want to urge those of you who are fighting various medical issues or insurance companies to be encouraged. There really are better days ahead. Just keep documenting every sore spot, every infection and every problem you have so whenever you need any procedure your doctor can show that it is a medical necessity. I didn't start doing that until about six months ago and it has made a major difference in getting things approved. So, in closing let me that that despite how difficult this year has been, I am so thankful that I can barely contain it. From my heart let me wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. Davenport Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2002 Report Share Posted November 28, 2002 > > So, in closing let me that that despite how difficult this year has been, I am so thankful that I can barely contain it. From my heart let me wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. > > Davenport ************************* Dear , I'm not usually the mushy type , but your post is a little reminder of how truly thankful and lucky we all should feel. Hugs, in NJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2002 Report Share Posted November 28, 2002 Wow, james. You have a great attitude, I think I'll adopt you as a roll model. Thanks Fay Bayuk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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