TAnn Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Thank you Don for keeping everyone updated. I went last Thursday to get my abdomen drained for the 5th time (I've had to go once a week since coming home from the hospital). Decided to have the catheter put in since the fluid returns so quickly. They were getting about 1.5 liters of fluid out every draining, I just can't go to the hospital every week and have this done, so I agreed on the cateter. My husband drained me for the first time at home last night. It went ok, I don't have to drain everyday, just when I start to feel uncomfortable. We drained off about 1 liter after only 4 days. I never thought that I would ever agree to have another catheter, but you gotta do what you gotta do. I go to the doc next week to set up a game plan. Not giving up yet, but the fight is getting much tougher. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 I admire you so much for your fight and strong will. I am sorry you have to go through all of this, but I will pray that you start turning a corner Teri... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Dear Teri Thinking only good thoughts for you. Lots of love coming your way.... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 TAnn-- It is so good to see you posting. I hope your doctor has a good plan of attack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Hi, Teri, so glad to see you posting. Glad to post for you anytime you need, but good to see you posting for yourself. Take care. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Teri, It is good to see you posting. Please know that I am praying for the best for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Prayers are coming your way. Keep fighting! Don told me, "If you fight, everyone around you will too!" Keep it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 ((((TAnn)))) So glad to see you post. Wish things weren't so hard for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Prayers for the best, you certainly deserve a break for all your hard work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 I am glad to see you posting Teri. You have my prayers. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 TAnn Glad to see your post. I sure hope having this drain will keep you more comfortable. You are in my daily prayers,and I hope you will keep us up to date with your treatment plans. We miss you here and of course you know that you are very much loved by all. Take care. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Hi Teri, Glad that you are home. Having the cath is better than the hospitalization, yes? Good to see you post. Will hope your doc has a good game plan up his sleeve. Will be watching for updates Teri. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellen B. Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Good to see you posting! Many prayers coming your way, Ellen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Teri,like all the others I am glad to see you post. Just the thought of a catheter makes me shiver.Hope you and the doc come up with something soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarHart Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Teri, you keep fighting, we'll keep praying. Karen H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa O Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 TAnn, You are such a strong woman!!! I hope the catheter allows you much more comfort. I am keeping you in my prayers. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Thanks for keeping us up to date on your situation Teri. So thankful your hubby can help you out with draining out the fluid. He is certainly a blessing. Know there are lots of tough days for you. Hang in there. I pray for you often during every day. God bless you Teri. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marym Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Hi Teri, Hope you start feeling better. My prayers are with you. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 TAnn I'm so sorry you've had it so rough lately, praying hard that the doctor can come up with a plan that will work better and get you up and going strong again Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Teri, It's good to see your picture and to hear from you today. I only wish you were feeling a lot better. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying that the doc with come up with a plan that works well for you. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Teri...Although Don has been doing a great job of keeping us posted, it is so very wonderful to hear from you. It sounds like your hubbie is doing a great job of caring for you. I'm saying lots of prayers that things will become easier for you. Please update us as often as possible, as you are very missed when you're not around. Feel better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eppie Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Oh TAnn, I am so heartened to hear you are plugging away in Houston. Please keep letting us know how you are. I thinkg about you so often. Big Hugs!!! Eppie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patty Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Lots of prayers and thoughts going your way. Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilliBr1 Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Good to see you here TAnn, you are in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted April 26, 2006 Share Posted April 26, 2006 Hi Tann, So good to see a post from you. You seem to be holding your own, I am greatful for that. Continued prayers sent to you. Hang in there you are such a strong individual. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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