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November 6, 2009 - 1:03pm

Hi all. Just dropping in to let you know that my shoulder surgery went well....it was "just" a bone spur....no torn rotator cuff. That's the good news. The bad news is there was a lot of cleanup needed to get the bone spur taken care of, and there was also problems with the shoulder blade......so, the orthopedic surgeon has his work cut out for him. I was in surgery for five hours instead of the predicted 1-1/2 hours, and the recovery is going to be a bit longer then expected. BUT, it was a good prognosis, and I am already in physical theraphy as of this morning (two days after surgery). Thank you all for your concern, and for your prayers. Now, let's get on with living. Hugs.

Judy

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MyTurnNow
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November 6, 2009 - 1:10pm

Sounds like good news to me. Perhaps a bit longer on the recovery but the outcome you wanted to hear. Take care of yourself and, yes, now on to living!!

MAJW
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November 6, 2009 - 1:11pm

That your surgery is over.......and "just a bone spur".....Feel better and I wish you a speedy recovery!
Nancy

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November 6, 2009 - 1:12pm

I'm so glad this is all behind you. Concentrate on getting better and take care of yourself, or have someone take care of you!!!!
Hugs - Pat

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November 6, 2009 - 1:19pm

Judy. Sorry for long surgery and recovery time.
I am glad that you are in a positive spirit and doing well.
Speedy recovery!

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November 6, 2009 - 1:23pm

Yea Judy! We got to dance with any good news.

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November 6, 2009 - 2:35pm

Moopy and I are thrilled to hear that it has all worked out so very well... happy celebrating with your family and (of course) NED!

Joe

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November 7, 2009 - 2:28pm


Such good news Judy! I am so happy that this worked out to be the lesser of two evils for you! Praying for a speedy recovery for you!

Love, Jeanne ♥

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November 6, 2009 - 2:47pm

That's wonderful news. Follow the recommendation of the PT but don't overdo. After my mastectomy I had to ask my doctor for a PT referral and followed it to the letter. I think it really sped my recovery. I certainly didn't have as significant pain as I thought.
Keep up the good work. Lola

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November 6, 2009 - 4:24pm

Great news Judy! Heal fast!

Hugs, Diane ♥

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November 7, 2009 - 5:19am

So glad to hear it was just a bone spur (though that still sounds like a big deal!). Now you can be on the mend. Thanks for updating us! Do what they tell you and take another stab at the extra presents....ya never know! Pammy

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November 7, 2009 - 5:54am

I'm glad it wasn't your rotator cuff but what a long surgery for "just" a bone spur.

Rest and do what the doctor said-which I know you will.

Margo

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November 7, 2009 - 6:29am

Glad you came out with the prognosis you were hoping for, sounds like you have a good doc there. Now relax and let others care for you, you deserve a bit of pampering.

RE

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November 7, 2009 - 2:18pm

Sorry the surgery was so long but glad it was a bone spur and not rotator cuff. Take your time recouperating and let yourself be pampered.
Stef

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November 7, 2009 - 4:38pm

Great news~!.. I didn't know you were the 'Whip and Spurs' type! Hope the recovery goes well. Hugs Jxxxxxxxxx

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November 7, 2009 - 4:41pm

Sounds like you're on your way to resolution of your "shoulderitis." Did you have shoulder problems before cancer surgery, or was it part of the aftermath? xoxoxoxo Lynn

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November 7, 2009 - 6:22pm

Thank you all for your encouragement, and for your concern. Tasha, you always bring a surprise in your posts, and you never know who is behind the scenes here. Part of the mystery is that you put the thought process into action, but I will never tell. Lynn, this shoulder problem only began about three months, and was not part of pre-cancer problems. Actually, I have been very fortunate over the years, and the breast cancer diagnosis was the first real "illness" I have ever faced in my lifetime. At age 65, I guess I am lucky in that respect. Also, being that age is going to make the recovery process a bit longer. I am looking forward to being up and about again, and would again like to say thanks to all for caring. Hugs.

Judy

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November 7, 2009 - 8:10pm

Judy, Joe told me right away that you'd posted that you were ok and out of surgery. Sorry for posting late, but you were in my thoughts and prayers--don't doubt that! Very relieved that no rotator cuff tear was found, though it sounds as if that bone spur was more than enough to deal with. Wishing you no more pain and a smooth recovery. Maybe your PT can include occasional sessions of Casey cuddling!

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November 7, 2009 - 8:23pm

So glad that you are back and healing well, now just keep up the good work.
tj

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November 8, 2009 - 2:15pm

Glad that your surgery is over Judy and now you can recover and be good as new, if not better! I can't believe you are already in PT, but, that is good. Been praying for you. Hoping that Casey is doing well too.

Kristin ♥

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November 8, 2009 - 3:28pm

Glad it went well for you. I'm sure your relieved and reday to get back to spoling all your great grandbaby!! Hope you have a speedy recovery!!!
Calleen

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November 8, 2009 - 3:33pm

So glad for all of your good news, and a :-( for the longer than expected length of surgery!

I like your spunk; I know you will work hard at PT and be pitching major league ball in the World Series next year if you want to! LOL

Hugs,
C♥

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November 8, 2009 - 3:58pm

Thanks everyone. Chen, guess I am not a candidate for the World Series, or the Olympics....too many steroids. HA! Looking forward to the next couple of weeks to be over with so I can feel decent. Working hard! Hugs, Judy

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November 8, 2009 - 4:14pm

Well hon, any of us who comes through this ordeal called Cancer, and then has sugery on top of that for any reason is World Class in my book with or without steriods! So there! Stay focused and you will be fine in no time! :-)

Hugs,
C&hearts:

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November 8, 2009 - 8:12pm

YEA! So glad that you got thru that surgery. Now, heal quick!

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November 8, 2009 - 8:17pm

So glad you had "just a bone spur." Rest up & get well soon!

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November 8, 2009 - 11:43pm

your PT will have a fun game plan scheduled for you ...

TeeHEE

VickiSam

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November 9, 2009 - 8:53pm

Happy that your surgery is over now Judy! Now recover quickly!

Leeza