So I just got back from the Doctor's office today. Found out that I am gonna have another major surgery. Apprently the syrinx in my neck has gotten bigger and he has to open me up and put a shunt in there. On top of that I need the syrinx in my thorasic spine drained along a search for a possible tumor. Then I need to get the fracture I have fixed in my lumbar spine fused. The doctor said its possible I could lose movemet in my legs completely. He also said that I could lose movement in my arms as well. My surgery is gonna be in a week or 2. Im gonna do the best to stay strong. This will mark the 6th surgery for me.
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 01:09 AM
Sounds like you've been through hell. I wish ya all the best and hope all goes well with your surgery. Try and stay positive and not panic. Be sure that if you have any unanswered questions, you ask them before your surgery. If you have any doubt at all about whats really going on with you, don't be afraid to get a second opinion.
Best of luck!
Best of luck!
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 04:09 AM
I'm sure it's scary but try to stay positive! Easier said than done, I know. Just keep thinking the best possible outcome. You may be surprised. The mind is a beautiful thing... Sometimes :-)
Best of luck with everything. Look forward to your update!
Best of luck with everything. Look forward to your update!
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 04:41 AM
Wow Hannibal, T-7 Complicated, indeed!
All the best to you, and hoping for a speedy recovery.
All the best to you, and hoping for a speedy recovery.
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 05:49 AM
Wow that really sucks I can understand your fears. Know that we're all thinking of you & sending you lots of love. 
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 06:50 AM
They sure do like cutting on you.......do you think the doctor keeps finding little treasures in your back?...lol
Sorry to hear this news. Have you gone for a second opinion? Hope they can fix you right this time!!!
Sorry to hear this news. Have you gone for a second opinion? Hope they can fix you right this time!!!
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 11:14 AM
Hannibal,
Those of us who pray are praying for you, those of us who don't are thinking of you. Keep us informed.
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Those of us who pray are praying for you, those of us who don't are thinking of you. Keep us informed.
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 01:27 PM
Hannibal,
What a terrible shock. I, too, will be ghost-like at your bedside, just being there.
What a terrible shock. I, too, will be ghost-like at your bedside, just being there.
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Posted 01 February 2012 - 03:43 PM
Tetracyclone, on 01 February 2012 - 01:27 PM, said:
Hannibal,
What a terrible shock. I, too, will be ghost-like at your bedside, just being there.
What a terrible shock. I, too, will be ghost-like at your bedside, just being there.
Best you and I wear our 100% invisible suits. Don't want to frighten the poor sod to death getting a close up view of either of us looming over him.
All the best H.
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