Friday, August 6, 2010

August 5th Surgery

Beloved! Thank you for stopping by. If you've been following my saga...I had surgery to remove cancer in the thyroid August 5th. Rough night. Pain pills are starting to work. I'm home and moving very slowly. In pain, but taking pain pills about the size of horse pills.

It has been a very emotional week and it's not over.

During surgery the pathologist wouldn't commit if the left lobe of the thyroid was cancerious, so the right lobe and isthmus were removed. After three days we should know if the left lobe has to come out as well. That means another surgery and possibly going through all this pain again. Also the risk.

A kernel that has been in the middle of my neck for at least 20 years was removed as well. Doctor said it was weird. Path said it was thyroid tissue. This was not attached to the thyroid. Hum...over the years I have had about 5 doctors feel this kernel...nothing was ever done.

I told my surgeon about it and he said if he didn't have to search too much for it he would take it out.

It was the first thing he saw when he opened my neck up...so out it came.

Thank you for the prayers...I truly appreciate this. Thank you.
d

22 comments:

Mid-Atlantic Martha said...

Good to hear from you -- I hope the path will come back good and you don't have to go back into surgery. Praying for you and sending warm wishes for a speedy recovery and healing!

A Brit in Tennessee said...

So glad to read your surgery was successful, and saying a prayer for you tonight, and asking God to wrap you in his arms and take good care.
My best wishes for a complete recovery, keep us posted, but for now....sleep.
Hugs,
Jo

LindaSue said...

Surely good to hear you are post surgery - may the pain medication and prayers of the faithful ease your body and spirit during the time of waiting - wish you didn't have this path to travel but wonderful you are not alone ever - not ever!

Deanna Bland Hiott PhD, MSN, RN said...

Praying for you, Deanna, as you have prayed for me. Thank you. D2

Mrs. White said...

((((HUGS)))) and love and prayers to you!!!

Get well soon! You are a dear, wonderful lady!

Blessings
Mrs. White
The Legacy of Home

Thistle Cove Farm said...

Mercy! I've been away and didn't know but will, surely, put your on the prayer list.

From the Old InkWell said...

I'm so sorry to hear this! You take care of yourself, take it easy and get well. God's blessings on you.

Sandi (Meme) said...

Hang in there, you have a lot of people praying for you! Sandi

Deb from WhatsInMyAttic said...

So good to know you are home and the surgery is over. Will be praying for your full recovery...thought about you all day yesterday!

God Bless and Happy Trails!
Deb

Anonymous said...

Oh, D! Bless your heart! I'm so sorry you're having to go through this ordeal. You'll be in my prayers and I pray your results will be good and no more surgery! Just take care of yourself and know I love you.
Blessings,
Shelia ;)

Jane said...

Hi Deanna!
I have been frantically working on a painting for my brother (see my latest post) and have lost a few days of blogging. I did not realize your surgery was on the 5th...well, you should be on the road to recovery right about now. I have just prayed for this...that the left side is healthy...but if not, that the docs will take care of this so that there is nothing more to cause you worry. I have prayed for healing...for you to be cancer free. And that your healing will be a painfree as possible. I know God hears...and that he has a plan for you...and your recovery.
May you feel His presence...and His great hands as He holds you...
Love you,
Jane (artfully graced)

Rebecca Nelson said...

I'm continuing to lift you up each day my friend. I've been anxious to hear news of your surgery but TRUSTING in Jesus to keep you safe and well.

"In the midst of it all I will stand and NOT FALL and bless His Name..."

Love to you~

Rebecca

Barb said...

Hi Dear one,
As I've told you before, I can relate. I had one half removed and then 2 years later the rest. I couldn't understand why the Dr didn't remove it all at one time.
I am so thankful you came through well. You will be back to norm before you know it. I am sending big prayers your way.

Big hugs,
Barb

Linda said...

Deanna...So sorry my friend, that you have to go through this...Sending Hugs your way and prayers to heaven!

Linda @ Truthful Tidbits

Unknown said...

Dear sweet Deanna,
I pray for a fast recovery for you and that the surgeon was able to remove it ALL and that the path report is great!
You are loved and I pray that God wrap you in his love.

melody

Unknown said...

Walking and praying with you dear friend. So glad to hear from you today. I know you are up and going but you know you need time to heal. All the love and prayers in the world to you and family.
QMM

Anonymous said...

Hi Sweet D!
Hope you are feeling better by now, as I write this. Do take the pain meds so you do not suffer unnecessarily.Sending you hugs and prayers for your quick recovery and great news from the path report.

Hugs and love,
Lynn♥

Draffin Bears said...

Dear Deanna,

So glad to hear that the surgery is over with, I have been wondering how you are for the past few days.
I hope that the results will come back fine and so you won't need another surgery.
Praying that you are able to get lots of rest and sleep, so you can make a full and healthy recovery.

Hugs,
Carolyn

cilla said...

Aww sweetie, im soo glad you are doing ok Deanna i have been praying for you ,get some rest and take it easy,sending gentle hugs and prayers for a speedy recovery,love cilla

Mimi said...

Hello to my dear friend!!!
So glad you are up and able to write, I am sure you are in alot fo pain, to have your neck cut open, I cannot even imagine, take your giant Horse pain pills for now, the rest will do the body good. PRAYING for GREAT RESULTS from God, he is the almighty healer and has the power to do this. Sometimes withe the help of a great dr. Take care my dear friend. I PRAY that Sunday is an enjoyable day for you
hugs,
jamie

Marilyn said...

My goodness! I didn't realize your surgery was already over. Will continue to pray for you and your care givers. Rest and heal. My love and prayers are with you. ♥♫

Love Abounds At Home said...

Praying Deanna! It's so good to hear from you. Please keep us updated on the healing process :)

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