One More Update

wbcgaruss
wbcgaruss Member Posts: 2,465 Member
edited November 2019 in Head and Neck Cancer #1

 

Stated earlier that I had the neck dissection and 2 operations to stop the leaking khylie valve. At that point from x rays a suspicious node was discovered so I underwent another op to biopsy the node and thank God it was negative. And then I had a temporary feeding tube in my nose so another op to put one in my belly since it was going to be longer. And then from all the intubating in my throat area from all the operations I ended up not breathing well and now have what I hope is a temporary trach. Right now it is capped off and I am not using it but will be seeing ENT soon to see if my vocal cords have recovered enough to remove it. I also had drainage tubes in my right side chest which are all removed now. So my first week at home was actually too busy with visiting nurses, occupational therapy, speech and swallowing therapy and next week physical therapy. Hard to get any rest or things done around the house. I believe most will be signing off next week since they are saying I am doing well enough that they don’t need to come to my home anymore. I do believe speech and swallowing may still be onboard though. First week home I tire easily and don’t have the stamina I used to but I don’t expect much till the weeks get by here a little bit. Exercising around the house and doing some short walks outside. Also am trying to pay attention to my body and rest as often as necessary. Glad to be home with the wife that’s for sure-I will try to get involved again here as I feel up to it-God Bless you all-Russ

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  • ricksmithgolfer
    ricksmithgolfer Member Posts: 88 Member
    #2
    Wishing you a quick and

    Wishing you a quick and speedy recovery. You have sure been thru alot. You are one tough warrior. I have been thinking and praying for you and hope you feel better each and every day. You have alot of people who care about you on this site. Please tale care of yourself and get plenty of rest. Heres to many future NED reports.

    Regards,

    Rick

  • wbcgaruss
    wbcgaruss Member Posts: 2,465 Member
    #3
    ricksmithgolfer said:

    Wishing you a quick and

    Wishing you a quick and speedy recovery. You have sure been thru alot. You are one tough warrior. I have been thinking and praying for you and hope you feel better each and every day. You have alot of people who care about you on this site. Please tale care of yourself and get plenty of rest. Heres to many future NED reports.

    Regards,

    Rick

    Thanks So Much Rick

    For your thoughts and prayers, it is certainly appreciated-Russ

  • tommyodavey
    tommyodavey Member Posts: 728 Member
    #4
    Walk of Fire

    You sure have been put through the ringer and have come out the other side with a good attitude.  Try to stay positive and hopefully you'll recover enough to start enjoying life again.  To me, you've suffered quite enough.

    Heal soon Russ.

  • shirley123
    shirley123 Member Posts: 16
    #5
    Thank you for sharing

    May God Bless you in your cancer walk.

  • wbcgaruss
    wbcgaruss Member Posts: 2,465 Member
    #6
    Thanks tommodavey, nancytc, and shirley123 for

    Your positive words, support, and many prayers. It is difficult to stay positive at times I'm sure we've all struggled with it but not pushing towards the positive just gets you down further. So we choose the positive and move past our down periods and leave them in the past. I had a lot of activity this week my first week home with nurses, speech, and physical therapists plus a follow-up doctor's appointment. But the wife and I just took the weekend and rested and only did necessary things to get rested up. Plan on doing so sensible exercise this week coming up including some mild outside walking. Again thanks for everybody's support on the forum and taking the time as I know you all have your struggles and issues also-God Bless

  • nancytc
    nancytc Member Posts: 70 Member
    #7
    So happy you're home

    You are such an inspiration to so many here Russ. I pray for you non stop. I am so glad to be getting your updates, but please rest as needed and take time for yourself!

    Nancy.

     

  • Sabrina23
    Sabrina23 Member Posts: 103 Member
    #8
    wbcgaruss said:

    Thanks tommodavey, nancytc, and shirley123 for

    Your positive words, support, and many prayers. It is difficult to stay positive at times I'm sure we've all struggled with it but not pushing towards the positive just gets you down further. So we choose the positive and move past our down periods and leave them in the past. I had a lot of activity this week my first week home with nurses, speech, and physical therapists plus a follow-up doctor's appointment. But the wife and I just took the weekend and rested and only did necessary things to get rested up. Plan on doing so sensible exercise this week coming up including some mild outside walking. Again thanks for everybody's support on the forum and taking the time as I know you all have your struggles and issues also-God Bless

    God Bless you Russ wishing you well!

    God Bless you Russ and wishing you well! Praying for all good outcomes and good health.  I am so glad you are home and resting well.  Recuperative rest is very important to healing and I know you will feel much better soon.  Sounds like you are making progress and I hope and pray for your NED report.  Prayers and thoughts are with you always.  You have always been there for everyone on this forum with your support and kind thoughts.   Thank you so much for writing and keeping us informed. You are cared for so very much. 

  • okeydokey
    okeydokey Member Posts: 38
    #9
    you are in my prayers

    Russ

    I am wishing you a speedy recovery,and want you to know I think of you so often.God bless you

  • wbcgaruss
    wbcgaruss Member Posts: 2,465 Member
    #10
    Sabrina23 and okeydokey Thank You

    So much for caring and responding and thanks for your continued thoughts and prayers.

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