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Dialysis Discussion => Dialysis: F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) => Topic started by: angellady07 on September 17, 2007, 06:05:45 PM

Title: Surgery
Post by: angellady07 on September 17, 2007, 06:05:45 PM

I'll be having surgery on Thursday for evacuation of my graft. There is a large collection of fluid in and around my graft. It's a possibility depending whether or not the fluid includes blood I may lose my graft. Worse case scenario another graft placement in a couple of weeks. The surgeon is inserting a drain It's likely I'll be in the hospital for a couple of days. I hope this post makes sense I'm upset. I would appreciate some positive thoughts. Thanks again, I'm really fortunate to have found this site.

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: thegrammalady on September 17, 2007, 06:14:29 PM

our thoughts will be with you

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: paris on September 17, 2007, 06:31:11 PM

Sending good thoughts to you and hoping all goes well.  Let us know when you are able - until then lots of positive thoughts for calm and peace to surround you. :grouphug; :grouphug;

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: livecam on September 17, 2007, 06:32:51 PM

Best of luck to you on your upcoming surgery.  I'm sending positive thoughts to San Diego.  I'm sure it will go just fine!

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: goofynina on September 17, 2007, 06:46:43 PM

Damn, sorry your having such a rough time with your graft angellady, I am also sending good positive thoughts and prayers your way.  Hang in there girlfriend and remember to keep you faith and although it may seem hard to do, keep on smiling  :cuddle;

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: angellady07 on September 17, 2007, 06:52:55 PM

Thanks for the positive thoughts. I feel better already.

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: donnia on September 17, 2007, 07:00:34 PM

Positive thoughts and prayers coming your way.  I will be praying for your graft to be saved.  I will also pray for you to have decent hospital food  :yahoo;  Did I make you laugh???  Hope so, cause laughter is good for you!!
Godspeed angellady07!  Please let us know how you are doing when you are able. :cuddle;

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: boxman55 on September 17, 2007, 08:18:26 PM

I am wishing you all the best and a quick recovery. You will need to be feeling better by Sunday because the Packers will make you feel a little sad just a little though.. :beer1;  Boxman

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: Ohio Buckeye on September 17, 2007, 08:25:03 PM

Sending best wishes to you for a speedy recovery.

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: Sluff on September 17, 2007, 08:25:19 PM

You'll be fine. Good Luck Angellady happy thoughts and prayers for you.  :grouphug;

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: angela515 on September 17, 2007, 08:32:34 PM

I have had many graft surgery's... they suck, but you will do good and hopefully you'll get your graft issues fixed soon.

 :grouphug;

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: jbeany on September 17, 2007, 08:50:23 PM

Hang in there, angel!

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: angellady07 on September 18, 2007, 12:25:59 PM

Thanks to everyone for the replies. Donnia, I did get a good laugh. Hospital food isn't exactly gourmet cuisine. I think I'll cheat and have someone sneak me in something from the deli a couple of blocks down or maybe the taco shop.....decisions ......... I'll go to sleep on surgery day dreaming of food. :) Maybe, I'll sneak out myself when nobody is looking. Think anyone will notice a lady walking down the street in a hospital gown? You guys are great I'm in much better spirits..... Boxman I think you are right my dear Chargers need more than prayers they need a miracle.

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: kellyt on October 03, 2007, 02:35:28 PM

I hope everything goes well for you and you have a quick recovery!

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: angellady07 on October 04, 2007, 04:13:54 PM

Thank you so much Kelly for your kindness.

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: kellyt on October 22, 2007, 07:38:33 PM

How did your procedure go?  Was it painful?  I hope you're doing well.

I go in for my 2nd fistula on the 31st.  The one they placed in my wrist isn't working, so now he's going up into the elbow.  I'm nervous.  It seems really tender there and I can't imagine what it will feel like or look like.  OR how long it will take to heal.   :(

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: angellady07 on October 23, 2007, 11:19:49 AM

Well, Kelly it wasn't a success I have another fluid accumulation and will be undergoing surgery again soon. I live in San Diego County where all of the fires are burning. I was scheduled for surgery on the 24th. however all non-emergency surgeries have been postponed. Hopefully, I'll be able to have surgery soon as my arm is painful. I pray the fires are controlled soon. It's a devastating situation for so many who have lost everything. Thank you so much for asking for an update. I wish I had better news. Kelly, I'm sorry to hear that your first fistula isn't working. I wish you all the best on the 31st. I'll be thinking of you Kelly and sending positve thoughts your way. Try not to be too nervous. I know it's difficult. I have those anxious feelings too. I don't worry the appearance of my graft. While, it may not be beautiful to others, it's beautiful to me, it's my lifeline. Again, all the best.  :waving;

Title: Re: Surgery
Post by: kellyt on October 23, 2007, 01:28:53 PM

Thank you!   :thx;   I will be thinking of you, as well.

Those fires sound horrible!  I hope you're safe.  Keep in touch.  I usually check this site once or twice a day.

Take care!