So I got the results of my MRI on Tuesday. And they were what I was expecting. So surgery it is! The good thing is it will only be shoulder and neck surgery rather than hip surgery as well. Basically, my tumors grew an awful lot during my pregnancy. Which was to be expected. And the whole reason I wasn't supposed to get pregnant! But honestly it was SO worth it! :)
So my tumors have grown up under my right ear, into my neck, shoulder, and into my chest. We knew I had a large mass there that would eventually have to be taken care of, but we weren't expecting to have to take care of it this soon. Just another wonderful thing about having a body with a mind of its own! BLAH!
Well, I get to have another cool scar. I am also slowly becoming bionic woman. In order to get the tumors out of my chest they have to remove my clavicle. And so they will put a metal plate in to replace it!
So I have my rod and screws in my spine, and now a metal plate! Eventually I will be all metal and indestructible! SWEET!
So this surgery is going to be a lot harder than my last 2. Its going to be a lot of recovery time, and physical therapy. Should be fun! I am very nervous because this surgery has many risks involved. The last one had risks too, but I wasn't as worried about those ones. I am worried now because there is a whole lot more in my life to worry about.
I am excited to have this done because I will get a lot of my pain relived, and regain some strength in my arm. I will be able to function better. I am so happy that I have such amazing doctors who want nothing more than the best for me and my family! I will now be able to be here for Archer pain free, (at least in my right arm haha) .
I am so grateful to have such a BIG support group because recovery isn't going to be easy. Its going to be very difficult according to my Dr. and he doesn't sugar coat things, he says it like it is. So if he is saying recovery will be a pain in the ass, then I am guessing its going to SUCK! But, I have an amazing family who is always there for me 100%.
So there you have it! :) Sometime in October I will going under the knife! Haha
I hope I get to shower after... sometimes they make me wait a few days. SICK!
You amaze me! You always have a good attitude and your a fighter! I love you girl! And your right you have a lot of people who want to help you!! :). And if your lucky me and your mom will moon you again in your hospital room!! :)
ReplyDeleteAubrie! Isn't it amazing how children change our perspectives on things? I'm always amazed at how self-centered I was before I had children. Now, all I think about is them, and the decisions I make are based on their best interests. I applaud your strength and courage! I'll be praying for you before, during, and after your surgery. Please keep me posted. I wish I was closer, but I'm still here for you if you ever need anything! Love you girl!
ReplyDeleteThanks guys! :)
ReplyDeleteCamille, you and my mom are HILARIOUS! Bring the fam! It will be a party!!!
Jen: I miss you and the kids! :) love you all so much!