Re: Blanket Statements For Doc

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> A " blanket statement " is a phrase used to cover a myriad of

situations< -

*** Thanks Jerry. I understand what the term means. In her case,

a few days ago she was seen seperately by 3 surgeons at the

office. Two of them, who were 5th year surgical residents, each

explained in detail the reason for the pain, they were not " blanket

statements " . By the way, this insision is 23 " long from side to

side !!! The pain is from all that muscle tissue that was forcibly

stretched and held together while being sewn back up. Both these

residents were in the O.R at the time. After those 2 consults, her

surgeon came in and discussed the case.

He has been doing transplant surgery for 24 years. The wife said

she had pain and he asked, " Where , is it on your left and right

side where the incision ends " ? She responded, " Yes, how did you

know that " ?

He said " I knew it, it's quite common and nothing to be

concerned about after only being 15 days post op " . He also

explained the pain being from the healing of those abdominal and

lateral stomach muscles, not a blanket statement. He said this pain

will resolve itself in anywhere from a few more weeks to a month.

Coming from a physician with a great reputation and 24 years of

experience, we accept his explanation.

In closing, we are satisfied so far with these explanations and

taking one day at a time. Thanks for your input and Be Well, Doc. **