dadstimeon Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 First I want to thank Rochelle and Geri for being a great friend's keeping everyone informed and also for everyone's kind words, thoughts and prayers. Well in a nut shell I ended up at the ER (a few quarts low) Monday after not feeling well to say the least. After many, many test etc it was determined that my ITP again threw everything (CBC) in a tail spin. As a result ended up with a mild heart attack (no damage) again. Was given numerous transfusion (platelets, blood etc / lost count) and that was the magic bullet. Next up is an appointment with my onc next Tuesday to start 4 infusions of Retuxan and hopefully that will get me back on track and back to chemo. I do considered myself very lucky and blessed that I have a fantastic oncologist who went above and beyond to make sure everyone involved came through for me. I would not be here today without her. All the more to enjoy life to the fullest and I'm ready to get on with it. Everyone take care and enjoy your weekend I know I am! Rich-- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Welcome back Rich, we missed you and are glad that this was a bump in the road and no premanent damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsC1210 Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Welcome back Rich So glad that things are looking up for you. You take good care~ Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Welcome back Rich. I am glad you are feeling better. Don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Welcome back Ricky! You are such an inspiration to this community and I love that you keep fighting the good fight. I'm glad you have a fantastic onc too! Best wishes for your continued health and treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Welcome home! We misseed you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carleen Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Welcome back Rich!!! I'm so happy you are feeling better, and have such a supportive onc. I LOVE hearing there was no damage. You have such a big and loving heart, I couldn't bear for it to be damaged. (((RICH))) Rest, let yourself be pampered and know you are loved here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rich! So glad that this isn't going to be a major stumbling block for you. It's so good to see you here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rich is back! Yeah, Rich! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Whew! A cat with 9 lives. So very glad you are safe and sound. Glad your onc. is pulling so hard for you.. You are one lucky guy. Did you see my note to you about the new GEICO commercial. When I saw it, I couldn't help but think of you and whenever I see it now, I get the giggles and put myself in there too... "hope I never get hit in the rear again!" Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terriep Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Welcome back!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rich, Been worried sick about you. Ry and Geri kept us informed and boy was I glad you had very little damage. Now that you got a new batch of blood products I hope you continue to improve. We missed the heck out of you. Glad you are back. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rich, So glad you're back and feeling better. We were so worried. GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyD Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 So glad your back and feeling better. Enjoy your weekend, the weathers looking gorgeous! Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joanie55 Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rich, I'm so happy to hear you're home and feeling well. You only missed some terribly hot weather. Couldn't go out anyway. Joan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Way to go Rich.Welcome back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 So glad you're back in action, Rich! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Welcome Back Rich!!! Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyCW Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Rich, it made my day to see you back and posting and in good spirits! Hugs, BeckyCW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 So glad to hear from you so soon! Hearing that you are doing so well puts a smile on my face. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 It is so good to have you back Rich. It is really great that you have such an outstanding oncologist too. Take care and enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Happy to see you are back with us on the board. Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 (((((Rich)))) Thank goodness you are on the mend..we've been gone so didn't know about the trip to the ER and hosp. Blessings and please take care! Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littlegirl Posted August 6, 2006 Share Posted August 6, 2006 Glad to hear you are feeling much better! Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted August 6, 2006 Share Posted August 6, 2006 Phew! You scared the poop out of us, Rich. DON'T EVER DO THAT AGAIN!!! Glad you're better, and it's good to see you back. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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