Well, it is Wednesday evening and all is good. I only had one headache last night. It took about 20 minutes for the Imitrix pill to kick in and this was one of those bad ones. Once gone, it left me alone. I can handle that! That always beats three or four during the night.
I had a doctor appointment this afternoon. It was set for 2PM and we got there at 1:15PM or so. About 1:45, my x-ray was done and got to see the doctor at about 4:30. This guy schedules too many patients for anyone to see. He may be the best at this, but people should not have to wait like that. I am not sure if he gave me good news or bad news. He was a little concerned about the infection built up on my back wound, but was pleased at how it was healing up. He scheduled me for surgery on 12/17 to remove this metal that is in me. I have a wedding shortly after that. We questioned him on the time frame and he assured me that I would be OK for the wedding walk. Next, Betty questioned him about the wound being completely healed by then. He made another look at it and decided we should do the surgery in November instead. He set me up for the Monday after Thanksgiving (26th, I think). I am not sure if this is good or bad news, yet. Not having to stay on the Anti-biotic any longer than necessary is good, but another surgery? This is supposed to be a minor operation and should only require 1 night stay in hospital. Not having this metal in me is a good part, but I am not sure how I feel on this at this point. I am excited about it, but scared, too.
Life is good. Life is great. My friends and family are behind me and will be there for me through all of this. I only have this vacuum pump on me for another month or so, which is good. Another good note about today. The doctor gave me permission to drive a vehicle when needed so I did a little bit of driving in town today. Exciting, yet scary at the same time. It is amazing what you loose in 3-4 months. May GOD be with you all as he is with me.
Mark
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This is really great news about the headaches. Keeping our prayers going on this one. DRIVING!!!! Wow that is really good news, I bet it was pretty scary at first though. You have most certainly had an exciting day. Now... on the surgery for the metal to be removed, is it all the metal or is just part of it coming out? I can see where you might be a little skeptical about the whole process of surgery again, but hey you are and old pro at it now, I don't think I know anyone who has had more surgeries, and look at the support group you have acquired, prayers will continue to be with you from so many people. God is good, Life is good. Love and prayers Sallie, Scott & Noah (looking forward to seeing you both)
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