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Melissa
Wishing you the best - glad you are getting your biopsy through a surgical procedure instead of by a needle biopsy...we talked about that.
You know I've been through a couple of these lung surgeries in my time with the DaVinci robot and the standard open thoracotomy. Yours sounds like it will be a little less invasive and I'm glad for that.
They will have you up walking and that will help your oxygen saturation level - you want to get it into the high 90's and walking will help expand your lung back to its normal size. Just go slow and build steadily, it's not a race:)
You'll probably have a chest tube attached to you as well, it's a big tube that attaches to a suitcase of sorts that holds the drainage coming out of the lung. They will be measuring the output to see when they can pull it. And when they do, tell them to count to 3.....you know 1-2-3 and then hold your breath while they yank it out quick. It hurts a little but not as much.
Coughing and sneezing will be an 'attention getter' but there's nothing I know but try and hold your insides in if you can during that.
The good news is that the biopsy is going to tell you what you need to know - at least you won't have to guess anymore.
I'll be understandably curious until I hear from you again. We'll talk more after you find out what you're gonna' find out. I've had 7-wedge resections of the lung, my chest cavity scraped, and two ribs removed and another 10% of my lung radiated, so I know what it takes to get through those type of things if you have to deal with any of it.
Just the very best of luck to you, Melissa. The Rock sends all his muscle and backbone to you to help you get through it, but you don't need me - you will be ok and we'll take it from there.
-Craig -
All the best to you on thisSundanceh said:Melissa
Wishing you the best - glad you are getting your biopsy through a surgical procedure instead of by a needle biopsy...we talked about that.
You know I've been through a couple of these lung surgeries in my time with the DaVinci robot and the standard open thoracotomy. Yours sounds like it will be a little less invasive and I'm glad for that.
They will have you up walking and that will help your oxygen saturation level - you want to get it into the high 90's and walking will help expand your lung back to its normal size. Just go slow and build steadily, it's not a race:)
You'll probably have a chest tube attached to you as well, it's a big tube that attaches to a suitcase of sorts that holds the drainage coming out of the lung. They will be measuring the output to see when they can pull it. And when they do, tell them to count to 3.....you know 1-2-3 and then hold your breath while they yank it out quick. It hurts a little but not as much.
Coughing and sneezing will be an 'attention getter' but there's nothing I know but try and hold your insides in if you can during that.
The good news is that the biopsy is going to tell you what you need to know - at least you won't have to guess anymore.
I'll be understandably curious until I hear from you again. We'll talk more after you find out what you're gonna' find out. I've had 7-wedge resections of the lung, my chest cavity scraped, and two ribs removed and another 10% of my lung radiated, so I know what it takes to get through those type of things if you have to deal with any of it.
Just the very best of luck to you, Melissa. The Rock sends all his muscle and backbone to you to help you get through it, but you don't need me - you will be ok and we'll take it from there.
-Craig
All the best to you on this proceedure. Keep us posted when you can. Take care of yourself and take it easy. Sounds like Craig gave you some solid advice from his experiences. Stay well Leena. -
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Melissa..........LivinginNH said:Hi Melissa, I'll be sending
Hi Melissa, I'll be sending a few prayers your way dear, best wishes for a successful surgery. Cynthia
after the fear of having it done is over when you wake up it will be recoup time...they will want you to cough up all that you can to clear the lungs. They will bring in a spagmometer ? to make you breathe to get the oxygen diffusion up to at least 90%. Its not as hard as you think. The pain meds will work wonders for you and actually, its not as bad as it sounds...the first couple of days are a little tough but after that its simply something to get through...at least you will be able to walk with ease and do minor things but give your self time to heal....the chest tube thing...doesn't hurt, just a kind of odd feeling as you can feel it coming out...its weird...you will do fine, I know you will. Remember, youth does have its advantages, especially healing......love to you young lady and Godspeed healing...Clift -
My thoughts and prayers willBuzzard said:Melissa..........
after the fear of having it done is over when you wake up it will be recoup time...they will want you to cough up all that you can to clear the lungs. They will bring in a spagmometer ? to make you breathe to get the oxygen diffusion up to at least 90%. Its not as hard as you think. The pain meds will work wonders for you and actually, its not as bad as it sounds...the first couple of days are a little tough but after that its simply something to get through...at least you will be able to walk with ease and do minor things but give your self time to heal....the chest tube thing...doesn't hurt, just a kind of odd feeling as you can feel it coming out...its weird...you will do fine, I know you will. Remember, youth does have its advantages, especially healing......love to you young lady and Godspeed healing...Clift
My thoughts and prayers will be with you! -
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dear melissaFight for my love said:Prayers are on the way.Hope
Prayers are on the way.Hope all your procedures go smoothly and well,and a speedy recovery.Best luck with it.
i know that you do not know me but you are DEFINITELY in my prayers and thoughts. you hang in there and stay strong. your friend, barb -
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Hey Melissasasjourney said:Thinking about you!
I will be praying for a successful surgery and quick recovery. We will be waiting to hear from you. Sending you big hugs!
Sara
Wishing you all the best and keeping you in my prayers. Take care.
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Melissapete43lost_at_sea said:goodluck
i hope it goes well
hugs,
pete
Mustering up a bunch of good vibes and healing thoughts for you. Take care and report in when you can.
Luv,
Wolfen
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