Renie saw her surgeon about 8:30 am and was discharged around 9:30 this morning and is now at home. She's doing remarkably well - good spirits and not too much pain (she's still taking pain killers). She's happy to have this part over and looking forward to a rapid recovery. (She wants to be sure that everyone knows those are thumbs up in the picture, not fingers!). ;) She and Kai are both resting comfortably (he'll stick by her side until he knows she's feeling better).
She sees one of her doctors on Monday for follow up and will hopefully have at least two of the four drains removed at that time (depends on how much drainage there is between now and then). Then she sees her other doctor in 10-14 days and should be "tube free" after that. They'll also have the pathology reports back sometime between now and then so we'll know if there was any DCIS beyond what they removed during her first surgery in December. It's all good at this point!
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Renie,
ReplyDeleteLove the thumbs up...I was wondering if you were giving us another sign, thanks for the clarification. I am glad you are doing well and home in bed resting. I miss not seeing your smiling face in the office.
Luv ya!
-Laura
well I knew they weren't nipples! thanks for clarifying the thumb situation. Give a call with any drain questions from someone who remembers all too well what a pain in the ass 4 drains are.
ReplyDeleteI knew you'd be fine and it truely gets easier each day. Keep taking the pain meds until the prescription runs out, don't be a martyr, it aint worth it and it'll help you be stronger when they do run out!
So glad to hear that you're home and resting comfortably. Keep up the good healing!
ReplyDeleteHi Renie,
ReplyDeleteYou look great in the picture- your energy is vibrant! I can tell that Kai is a wonderful protector and has a big heart. Tune into the love he is sending- it is very healing! See you tomorrow.
Blessings,
Mary
Hey, Renie
ReplyDeleteWhat a great picture - and whether it was thumbs or not, you are entitled! Class is going fine. I have some good stories to share when you are up for it. Amazing - the young brain. I told them on Monday that you were having surgery on Tuesday. I thought about you a lot and sent you white light, as per my sister's instructions. Glad you have so many protectors: on the bed, near the bed, and in the universe. Talk to you next week. Love, Kate
Hey Renie,
ReplyDeleteWow you must rate! Usually George and I find out 5 months later what has occured to a family member. So glad George Sr told us about your surgery and this blog. Anyway, we are all praying for you faithfully. You look great and as usual smiling.
Even though we are way down here if there is anything we can do just send a holler. We will keep checking in. Hey to Denise :)