Calintay Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Hi all - My moms surgery went well took four hours and the doctor removed only one rib. She is controlling the pain well. She is in ICU and very tired. Doctor said he was very aggressive and feels confident he did all he could. Margins are all negative and lymph nodes are also. I am guessing that is good. Does that mean that is the area around the tumor? She is happy with the results when she is awake enough to talk. I told her I hope all the hardest parts are over and we can beat this beast and be thankful for everything. Thank you all for your prayers and caring thoughts. My thoughts and prayers go out everyday to everyone here and their families. Heidi God does answer prayers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Great news, Heidi! yes, the margins are the areas around and near the tumor. If they are clear, it is a good chance the tumor was contained. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Such great news! YAY! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Heidi, great news! Now the job of rehabilitating after surgery begins, on the road to recovery! Be sure she does range of motion of that shoulder and lots of good deep breathing. Keep us posted. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Heidi, The news sounds great for your mom. Prayers coming for a smooth recovery. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Heidi. I agree with Don. So glad that the surgery went well for her. Godspeed for a gentle recovery. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Heidi, Very glad mom's surgery went well.Wishing her a speedy recovery with no problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Great news!!! Sending wishes for a quick and easy recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindseysmom Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 Heidi, That's wonderful news. Hoping you Mom has a speedy recovery. Best Wishes, Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted March 2, 2005 Share Posted March 2, 2005 yep, clear margins is a very magical phrase. clear lymph nodes, too! I hope she heals quickly, she's a young thing (year younger than me!) so she should bounce back quickly! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy Posted March 4, 2005 Share Posted March 4, 2005 Good news! Cheers to a smooth recovery. Wendy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted March 4, 2005 Share Posted March 4, 2005 Hi Heidi, So glad things turned out well for your mom. The clear margin is great, you could not have received better news!! Your mom just has to rehab now, which will take some time but she will bounce back and be herself again. You guys must be so happy to hear that news!! I am so excited for you. From stage III to NED, that is really great. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted March 4, 2005 Share Posted March 4, 2005 That's great news! The surgery itself was definately the hard part for me. Recovery was slow, but steady, and it was a good feeling when every day got better. Good luck. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted March 4, 2005 Share Posted March 4, 2005 GREAT news!!! I'm so glad for you and your Mom. Will be praying for her recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbays Posted March 4, 2005 Share Posted March 4, 2005 WONDERFUL!!!!!!! Now for that quick recovery. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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