Thursday, December 1, 2022

Surgery II: the Sequel

I will be having more surgery next week. It is for a similar reason as the first, in the spring, though it is in a slightly different location of the body. This little difficulty revealed itself suddenly, and not so long ago; it has not been as troublesome as the first: the pain of the earlier problem was excruciating, when it occurred, though it was rare. This pain is much less, but more frequent, of greater duration and of a wider variety.


Unlike the first, I could see living with this, despite the fact that there is always some discomfort. However, the condition will not improve, and will need to be attended to eventually. I was very lucky in my timing. Given a referral to a surgeon (the same one as the last time), I thought it might be a longish wait to see him. A cancellation, however, brought me to his consulting room within two weeks. I went to see him Tuesday morning. When surgery was agreed upon, it was predicted to be in four to six weeks, about the same calculation as for my first operation. But that very afternoon, I was called and asked if I would like the surgery a week from Thursday (that is, seven days from now.) I of course responded that my delight would know no bounds if I could be cut open and have my internal organs re-arranged so soon. So I go to the hospital on December 8th. I thought that if I didn’t avail myself of this opportunity, life might not grant this ingrate another for several months.


I don't really care for sequels; they are never as good as the original. This will mean another fortnight off work, which is not a bad proposition, while the accompanying discomfort, and not being able to clean, bicycle, bathe (showering is acceptable) or lift anything will be very regrettable. Football of course is right out. The best thing about the whole procedure, though, is that I will have more time with the beasts…




22 comments:

  1. WHOA!
    Surgeons love to get their hands on the insides of their patients, so I'm told.
    Hoping the reprise is better than the original, John.

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  2. I see a little beast right there who will be the best nurse you ever EVER had. And I suspect Neville will assist. I am so happy that you were taken right away for the appointment and then for the surgery. There won't be any more of THAT to deal with once this is done. We will all have your back (and the beast's backs) while you go through this to its end. I suspect this recovery will be less bothersome than the last because it was caught before it had a chance to become more bothersome.

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  3. I am so sorry to hear another procedure is needed. But the good news is that your surgery can be done soon. After all, why be uncomfortable unnecessarily? Katie is right - you will have 5 of the best nurses available. After all, Horace has already checked your linen closet to make sure you have enough towels!!

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  4. Ugh. I'm so sorry to hear you have to have another surgery. However, since you say it's not been as troublesome as the previous bout, it stands to reason that the operation and your recovery will be much easier as well. I'll be sending you my best thoughts on the 8th.

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  5. I, too, am sorry you need a second surgery, but certainly am glad the timing worked out so well. You certainly will have plenty of nurses available--as long as they don't lie on your incision!

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  6. The good news is you did not have to think on the upcoming surgery for very long. Get it over and done and recover quickly as you can. the bad news is you will not have extended time off with the kitties for Christmas.

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  7. I will be praying all goes well. Cats do make the best nurses.

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  8. Dang, you'll sure be getting purrs and prayers from all of us.

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  9. I wasn't reading your blog when you had your first surgery. I'm sorry you have to have another. I hope you heal up quickly and without too much pain. The boys and I send purrs and prayers for you!

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  10. I am sorry you need more surgery, but at least you won't have long to think about it before the day arrives. I agree, never turn down a cancellation! My best wishes are with you.

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  11. Hope ALL goes well John...God bless ya...! 😼 🐾🐾

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  12. Oh, dear...well at least by Christmas you should be feeling much improved. and your beasties will love having you there for an extended time! POTP to you!

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  13. Good luck John. We hope that this will be the last hospital visit you will need for sometime.

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  14. I don't think anyone likes to have someone poking around inside their body ;)
    Hoping all will go well for you.The "beasts" will take good care of you(as long as they are fed...MOL)
    Purrs, Julie and mum

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  15. If you have to have surgery, the fact you were seen and scheduled as quickly is very fortuitous. Good luck, and I hope all goes well. The cats will definitely be happy to have you home.

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  16. I agree that at least you don't have to think about it for too long ... and good to just get it over with. I will be keeping you in my prayers!

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  17. That is a dear photo of Horace and Zofia.

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  18. Sending you warm healing thoughts and the very best results from your surgery.

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  19. your babies r so cute! good luck and fast healing on your surgery

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  20. Sorry you have to have another surgery, John. Sending lots of purrs and prayers of healing your way,

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