Surgery set for October 11: On my way

[Carolina]

Dearest Sjogren's Angels,

Surgery is tentatively set for October 11.  Of course, that may change.  Just ONE more month on my back before I start on recovery and find out if the surgery stops the pain in the long run.

So many variables, so many uncertainties, like all of life.

But this is a relief to be moving forward, no matter how uncertainly.

My older son will be visiting from Paris at that time, so that will be 'nice'.  For me, any way.

Hugs,  Elaine

[Joe S.]

I pray that all goes well for you.

[aussie mum]

Dear Elaine,

I haven't been on the site for a while, so I just saw that you needed surgery.
Wishing you all the best for the operation and a quick and stress free recovery.

Sending many positive vibes from Oz.

Aussie Mum

[Kathy57]

Elaine,

I hope the outcome of all of this is good for you.  So sorry for your pain and immobility!  I can't imagine how tired you must be from all of this.

You have such a great attitude considering everything you have been through.  Thinking about you and praying for you.

Kathy

[anita]

I feel confident the doctors know what's best, and that this is the best decision for you.  You have always trusted your doctors before (you have a great team) so look at this as a new beginning for you with less pain and more mobility.  You have a great attitude, so will likely bounce back much faster than you think.  Just take it one day at a time.

[warmwaters]

Hope all will go well and that you'll get some relief.

[Jenny]

Good luck Elaine. I hope it relieves your pain. In the meantime, try to get out of bed some if possible. Otherwise your muscles will atrophy and your recovery will be more difficult. Maybe there are some light bed exercises you can do too.

[Carolina]

Thanks so much for the encouragement.

Jenny, I see again that you've had a shoulder replacement......so you've really had surgery! 

My legs are severely atrophied, but I do get out of bed and walk around with my walker wearing my leg braces.  I can be upright for about 3-5 minutes before the pain drives me back to my back.

I know I could be OK in the pool, but getting there would require walking and getting ready for the pool. I think I'll ask my husband to take me on Wednesday, just as a trial.

I am discovering and watching some fabulous TV series (Amazon and Netflix), reading, listening to the radio, and generally OK.

I just find the clutter, the confusion and lack of control to be my biggest frustration.  That shows you that I'm doing rather well if that's the hardest part!

I've been pretty immobilized since my profound PN developed, and I haven't been able to drive since July 10, so I'm very dependent.

But all is well, and as it should be!  Control is truly an illusion.

Hugs,  Elaine

[Nomad]

Wonderful news, really.
How great that your son will be able to be there during this time.
That you are moving forward.
Enjoying Netflex etc. while you rest.
I know it is very difficult in many ways, but it's good that you have and see the positives and are doing your best to push forward.
Wishing you all good things. Sending LOTS and LOTS of encouragement and wishes for pain relief / much success.
Blessings!

[MAT51]

Hope the surgery goes brilliantly and you get back at least some mobility soon. Great that your son will be visiting from Paris just then too.

[Dolly Dimples]

       news Elaine, You do deserve some good news
                            Wishing you much success. roll on Oct, 11th
                          Hugs Dolly x

[SjoGirl]

Blessings to you as you prepare Carolina. May all go as well as possible!!

[nannysbaby]

Wishing you the very best outcome from your surgery.

Hugs, Nancy

[Carebear]

Dearest Elaine,  sounds like your team has your back!  Wishing you a quick, uneventful recovery.

[MarieB]

Dear Elaine, Sending thoughts, prayers, and positive vibes, everything I've got, to an amazing lady.