AdaW Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Dear Friends, I wanted to keep you updated because you may be wondering where I've been this past week. You may remember that I had 3 cancerous tumors (subcutaneous mets) removed in Pittsburgh at the end of June. We travelled back home to GA this past weekend and it was a very difficult trip. I had terrible pains in my legs and one of the surgical sites seemed infected. I was also running a fever. The pains in my legs were so intense, I cried--not usual for me. All of this began after I was released by the surgeon last Friday--so this was no one's fault. I saw the oncologist this past Monday and he immediately admitted me to the hospital here in Marietta with what he thought was an absess. I had another surgery, but they could not find any infection. I also had an MRI and they didn't find a tumor on the spine. What a week. I spent 5 days in the hospital on IV fluids and antibiotics. My leg pain is diminished but not gone entirely. I am so glad to be home. I am very tired so I am on my way to a nap, but I wanted to update you just in case you were wondering about me. I've been thinking of all of you and praying for you. It's good to be back. Ada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Yes, Ada, I was wondering about you. Someone had said you needed prayers, I wanted to know what happened. Im glad your pain is diminished and hope by the time you read this, the pain is gone. So glad you checked in!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Thank you for letting us hear from you, Ada. You've been in my prayers. Fay A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolsdaughter Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Oh Dear Ada, It sounds like you had a really ruff time. I am so sorry. I hope you are able to get the rest you need while you are at home. Thanks for the update and I will continue to pray for you. Hugs, Shelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KHK2971 Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Ada - I'm so glad you're home again. I know that is a terrific feeling...there really is no place like home. You take care of yourself and know that you are in my prayers. -Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Glad you're back, Ada. It is good to see you posting again. And the news, though mixed, seems to be good news. Blessings. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted July 18, 2003 Share Posted July 18, 2003 Ada, I am so glad to see your post. We have all been praying for you since we heard you were in the hospital. Please take it easy and baby yourself. You have been through so much. Blessings to you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Dear Ada - WELCOME HOME! Sorry for all the distress you had to endure, but I am glad things are moving in the right direction. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Hey girl!!! Hang tough!!! And take those pain pills. I call them my "happy pills". You deserve to feel good. Watch some good funny movies with your feet up. Thanks for updating us. gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 WELCOME HOME ADA, SO GLAD YOU ARE BACK IN YOUR OWN SUROUNDINGS. HOME ALWAYS MAKES ONE FEEL BETTER. IF IT TAKES A LOT FOR YOU TO CRY, BOY, I WOULD HAVE HAD THE CAR FLOODED..... HOPE EACH DAY YOU DO BETTER. BY THE WAY, WHAT IS A SUBCUTANIOUS MET? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debaroo Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Ada, your presance has been missed. I am glad that you are home and good luck with the new clinical trial!!!! Take care, and keep keeping us posted. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Dear Ada, So sorry to hear about all you problems. Boy, what an ordeal. I'm glad you're home in your own bed! I'm praying for you. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Hi Ada; I'm so very sorry you went through all that, ; but glad you are home and looking like your back in the recovery mode again. God bless and stay well, always in my prayers! Bobmc - NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdaW Posted July 19, 2003 Author Share Posted July 19, 2003 Dear Norme, You asked about subcutaneous mets. Lung cancer tends to spread to certain organs more often than it does others: liver, brain, lymph nodes etc. Sometimes it spreads underneath the skin and this is what I have --lumps beneath the skin or as my reports say "subcutaneous mets." I thought getting rid of them through surgery would be a breeze (compared to lung surgery) and it hasn't been a breeze. Hopefully I'm on the mend. Take care, Ada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy O. Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Hi Ada, thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery. Nancy O. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Ada is back!! All of those prayers MUST be working... Great to have you back online! Jack-n-Cheryl † Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayroy Posted July 19, 2003 Share Posted July 19, 2003 Ada its good that you are back home. I hope you get better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Tiny Posted July 20, 2003 Share Posted July 20, 2003 Dear Ada, I was just thinking today that I would PM you, as I had missed seeing any posts from you for awhile. I am so sorry for your pain and troubles. You are always in my prayers and I hope you are feeling better every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted July 20, 2003 Share Posted July 20, 2003 Dear Ada, Sorry you have been having such a bad time. I am glad to see you are getting better. Take it easy and rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlton Posted July 21, 2003 Share Posted July 21, 2003 Hi Ada Glad to hear from you and that your home and resting. Just so sorry you had such a bad week put it behind you and look for better days . My prayers are with you, Take care and post when you feel up to it. Carlton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichelleZP Posted July 22, 2003 Share Posted July 22, 2003 Hi Ada, I see you as a very strong person and a true fighter! Keep fighting! This is what I tell my husband and it seems to work!! I hope you feel better soon! Cuddle up w/a good book and your favorite jammies. I do this and it feels like total pampering and it makes me feel better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karma1976 Posted July 22, 2003 Share Posted July 22, 2003 Ada!!! Keep your chin up! You are a great fighter!!! I will be thinking about you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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