bfdboston Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Well, sorry I've been away from the boards for a few weeks. Unfortunately, after my friend passed, I developed severe abdominal pain. I had an endoscopy on 09/05/07 which they took 4 biopsies from my stomach and then proceeded to do several CT MRI with contrast. They found a ten inch mass in my abdomen and had to perform emergency surgery which they removed my appendix; 18 inches of my small intestine; part of my colon and then put all back together. They sent all the stuff out for pathology results, which I've yet heard the outcome. I was just released from hospital this afternoon. The pain is excruciating. I am on pain killers; anti anxiety medications and a strict diet. Not to mention I have 35 staples in my stomach. So will keep all updated, but that's the reason I've been gone for two weeks now. And, that's why it's important as a caregiver you take care of yourself as well. Please keep me in your prayers. I am out of work until November 28, 2007. I hope this is just nothing. Will keep you all updated. I will try to come to the board as much as possible, but it's been a bit tough in hospital and now I'm home and exhausted. Take care, Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyka69 Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Oh Jim, I'm so sorry! I can't imagine the pain you must be in. Please take good care of yourself. I will be sending positive vibes for your speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don M Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Get well soon Jim. If it is malignant, I certainly hope they got it all. don M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Get well soon. I know you must be exhausted and in a lot of pain. Thanks for posting an update. Keeping you in my prayers. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fillise Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Thinking of you Jim. Hope you get good news soon! Susan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trish2418 Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Wow! You've certainly been through more than your share. I'm sending lots of prayers for your good health. Take care of yourself. Trish Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fight Posted September 18, 2007 Share Posted September 18, 2007 Jim, You have had a rough road lately. God bless you for being there for your friend. I hope you start to feel better soon and get some good news. Keep us posted and take care. Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted September 20, 2007 Share Posted September 20, 2007 Jim, Ouch!! So sorry that you've gone through such extensive surgery. Many prayers for good reports and hope you can shoo the pain away soon. God bless, Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted September 20, 2007 Share Posted September 20, 2007 Jim, Want you to know that I'm sending prayers your way. The entire ordeal you've been through sounds unbearable . Praying for healing and comfort soon. Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted September 21, 2007 Share Posted September 21, 2007 Jim I certainly hope and pray that your pathology results are okay. Do take care of yourself. Keeping you in my prayers. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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