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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic Outlet Syndrome/Brachial Plexopathy. In Memory Of DeAnne Marie. |
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11-29-2007, 06:16 PM | #1 | ||
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I got the call today. I have to be in Halifax on Dec 10th for pre-op and surgery scheduled for morning of 11th.
Not feeling as brave as I was the other day, but I'll be ok. Looking forward to the 75% chance I will have my life back. I want to thank each and everyone of you for all the support over the years. I really think I would have turned mental had I not had this wonderful, supportive and knowledgable group. To all of you "THANK YOU". It has been 5 long years....and I can now see the light and the end of the tunnel... Rach
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11-29-2007, 08:05 PM | #2 | ||
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Surgery date December 11th
Hi Rachael; Just wanted to let you know I wish you a sucessful surgery. I pray that your recovery is complete. Just know that I'll be wishing you well. |
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11-29-2007, 08:39 PM | #3 | ||
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Rachael I had my surgery in 2000. It took me a long time to feel better. But, It was the best thing I could have done. I orignally had a disc replacement in 1999 with bone transplanted from my hip. The pain never went away and that was when I was diagnosed with TOS. After my surgery it took awhile but eventually I was completely pain free. I have had a relapse lately but am now about 85% better than before.
It is possible to get better. Think positively and listen to the instructions you are given. My son, who recently has broken his leg, occasionally spoken negatively. I try to enforce the positive because it DOES make a difference. Also , prayer and friends. When someone offers to help in anyway, accept it. Best wishes for a Great recovery. Keep everyone posted on how you are doing. Linda |
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11-29-2007, 09:06 PM | #4 | |||
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Now that a date is set for you , I'm guessing some uncertainty is gone , but maybe a new kind of anxiety has arrived.
I'm sure all will go well for you. positive thoughts, as Linda suggests, is a good idea. Get prepared the best you can and try not to worry about the rest.
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12-01-2007, 12:43 PM | #5 | ||
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Rachael,
I am glad I had the surgery. Be positive, and do just take one day at a time. Healing as your focus each day. Try not to create new scar tissue - whatever that may mean for you. Keep us posted, but do not get on the computer in the "normal" way, as I believe it is harmful to TOS - get voice software, try to lay on the bed, and/or have a friend post for you. Limit time on it. These are just my suggestions, hope you take them as such... God bless you on your surgery day! |
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12-01-2007, 02:36 PM | #6 | ||
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Thank you all for your warm wishes. I am feeling a tad bit over whelmed with the thoughts of so much going on in a short period of time. Worried about pain levels and how long the healing will be. I was unsure what to tell my employer I needed for time off so I said 6 weeks as that what Dr B mentioned.
9 days and counting... Rach
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