Hi family...here for a few hours (long)

Well, I got a really bad post op wound infection that is 7cm deep (about 4 inches) and it has to be packed twice a day by home health. It pours greenish, foul smelling pus every time because my surgeon does not want to put me on antibiotics. Now, before you hollar about that, he does have his reasons...I had pre and post op Abx and he is afraid if I get any more, I will end up with a nasty intestional problem called C. Difficile. If that happens, the collic in my intestines could pull apart my anastomosis and I don't want that to happen! He says it will get better with packing, so we'll see. I have been as weak as a kitten, staying at my mom's in a recliner. Now, the worst part is, I have to have my mom help bathe me and dress me....that's pretty sad. BUT, on a positive note. I have lost 20 lbs and am very positive about this surgery. Of course, I wish the bad stuff hadn't happened, but it did and there is nothing I can do to change it. It will get better! And I will take all this even more seriously, because I have had these problems! So, just wanted to touch base today....thanks for all the prayers and well wishes. They really do matter! I will be back with ya'll as soon as I can!

Hi Marcie, Sorry I have not called since Saturday, it has been a very rough few days for me. I am sure you have heard about the firefighter that got murdered Saturday, he was a good friend of ours. My every thought has been with him and the guys at the department. It has really bothered my husband, he has been sick since last Friday and was not able to be with the guys. He did make it to the funeral yesterday. Was not sure he would even make it to that. I am home today, no job until next week. I've got a million things to do around this house so I need to stay home. Enough about me....I am glad you are doing better, and have lost 20 lbs. The yucky part will one day just be a faded memory, you will have so much happier things to think of as the time goes by. I am thrilled you are down 20lbs. When could you (or any of us) have lost 20lbs in two weeks? Are you still at your mothers? Well, I guess I will find out when I call you.... Take care and will talk real soon. Hugs, Jodi

Hi Marcie. It is good to hear from you, even if it is about such nasty business. Sorry to hear about it. I don't think your Dr is wrong by not ordering Abx. I feel that we take too many as it is. Our bodies have healing mechanisms and too often we don't give them the time to work. We put Abx in and all they consist of are molds and other fungi. I know there are times they may be beneficial, but I say give our bodies a chance to do their jobs!! Hope everything goes well. Keep us informed. We are praying for you. Hurry back!! Patricia

I will pray that everything works out for the best. Cindee

Sorry to hear your having problems. Just stay positive and it will work out for you. Take care of yourself. Tina

Hi Marcie we are glad to hear from you and I know that the bad stuff will go away and that you be back to your old self, except thinner in no time. You are in my prayers and I hope the best for you. Take it easy, Erin