shineladysue Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Hello all, I haven't been able to be here like I would like to because I am trying to take care of some health problems that developed while I was caring for Mike. Sometimes it is so hard for caregivers to take the time they need to care for themselves. Anyhow, I threw myself at the mercy of an internist this week and she has me on the road to discovery and recovery... Started with blood work and mammogram today. Yesterday, I had a problem looked into that has become quite severe. I have Lymphedema with ulcers and infection in my legs. Consequently, I have my legs bandaged from feet to knees with all kinds of dressings under. I'm on antibiotics. He also did some cultures. My orders are to stay off my feet unless I am walking. I can't sit or stand for any length of time, so my computer time is cut to zilch..... 1 hr max he says.. Anyhow, am able to do more reading than posting, but am still here and still praying for you all. Will come when I can , but that is the reason for my few posts. Love and Prayers to all, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patty Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Thoughts are with you and get well, so you can come back soon. Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I wish you a speedy recovery, and look forward to your posting when you can. Blesings. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieD Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Hang tough and God Bless. CharlieD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Allllllright, Sue!!! I am soooo proud of you and the courage you have mustered to get your little self taken care of!! I bet your sisters were behind you... Get well soon and try to do like the doctor says unless he's/she's a quack, then go find another one. Have that son of yours rig up a keyboard from the couched position; how about that? love, Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Ouch! Sue, that sounds incredibly painful. You take care of yourself. And, I hope you don't mind if I tease you a bit: My orders are to stay off my feet unless I am walking. What else would you do on your feet? Take care now! Love you! Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 (((Sue))), I am so glad you have taken this opportunity to FINALLY take care of YOURSELF!!!! I am sorry there have been some glitches......lymphedema!!! I will look that one up! DO listen to the docs and be a good girl. Hopefully the REST will do you some good as well. I am thinking of you, Sue. Be well SOON, ya hear! Love, Kasey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I hope you get healthy soon. Take care of yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sue,get yourself all fixed up and better quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Hi Sue I was wondering how you are doing. So glad you posted here. I am so glad that you are taking the time to take care of Sue. You are important and I would not want anything to happen to you. Get well soon and I hope you heal fast. Stay off those feet, baby yourself. You deserve that. Thinking of you, Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Please do take care of yourself. You are so right it is hard to find the time to take care of your own needs when you are taking care of a loved one. It is your time now to give yourself the care and attention that you need. My thoughts and prayers are with you for a very healthy recovery. Prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sue, Please take care of yourself and come back whenever your ready. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sue, Lymphodema is so painful, hope that with the proper tapings and treatments you get better soon. Best wishes are with you so you get to feeling good while getting better. Love Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sue, Jackie again, do you have to do the leg soaking in Aveeno and the pressure bandages with Elocom, sure they must have something new for it. xo Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Hope You are Better soon and praying for a recovery soon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarHart Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sue, so glad you are taking care of yourself, but wished you did not have to. Hope you have a quick recovery. Karen H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Sue, I will be praying for speedy recovery. I will miss seeing the Teddy Bear on the board, but it is time to take care of you. We know you are with us in spirit and look forward to when you can post on a regular basis again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geri Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Take care of yourself and get well soon. Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted April 7, 2006 Share Posted April 7, 2006 You are on my mind, Sue. Take care. Love P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 8, 2006 Author Share Posted April 8, 2006 Thank you all for you well wishes, love and prayers. It means more than you know. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gail p-m Posted April 8, 2006 Share Posted April 8, 2006 Sue, You finally have some time to take care of yourself so you MUST do that. Don't you worry about posting. We know you'll be back when you are able to do so. In the meantime, put your feet up or whatever you need to do to get well. I will keep you in my prayers. gail p-m Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 24, 2006 Author Share Posted April 24, 2006 You guys may notice that I am always asking for a pass and then still appearing. Just can't leave. I care too much about you all. I'm still supposed to have my feet up so I can't post to all that I would like , but my prayers are with you all. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted April 24, 2006 Share Posted April 24, 2006 Sue, I am new here, but wanted you to know that I am praying for you. Being a caregiver is so very hard. I worry about my mom every day - she has a tough job with my dad's dx. Take good care of yourself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarHart Posted April 24, 2006 Share Posted April 24, 2006 Sue, we love to hear from you, but don't push yourself. Hope you are getting better every day. Karen H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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