Annette T.

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blank first name B. 24 years, 4 months ago

Angel report: Annette is doing well and I was able to fly back home. The pain has gone away, and she started exercising. She has some days were she is very tired but I think that this is normal for post-op. She even went back to school so that she can get her degree by the end of this year. As of last week, she had lost about 26 lbs and that is pretty good for 3 weeks postup. Will make another update as time moves on. Thanks for all your support. I think this website is really cool. Good luck to all of you! Inge (Annettes mom)

blank first name B. 24 years, 4 months ago

Angel report: Annette developed pain on her left side, she called the doctor and was told by the nurse that the pain might just be nerve endings weaking up. She spoke to the nurse again on the 26th and was told that if she feels uncomfortable with the pain, she should see her family doctor. She got on appointment for the next day and her doctor told her to see her surgeon the same day. This doctor was upset because she does not know anything about this type of surgery and felt that it was irresponsible for her surgeon not to see her. Annette called Dr Martins office again and requested to be seen by the surgeon that same day. The nurse tried to set her up with the nurse practictioner but Annette incisted to see Dr Martin. She was then told to go to the Middleton ER because Dr Martin would be there. We checked in about 3:30 p.m., were checked by the doctor on duty. He run some tests and then we were told to wait for Dr Martin. He arrived about 10:30 and decided to keep Annette overnight. Dr Martin did agree that she should not have been sent to her family doctor. How can a nurse decide?? I wonder. He ordered a whole range of tests: Xrays, upper GI, Lung Test, EKG, blood test and a cat scan of her whole body. A very stressful night. We did not get a bed for Annette until about 2 a.m. The pharmacy had closed down and Annette did now get her medication. The Hospital was very busy. Around 6 a.m. another woman was moved into the other bed in the room. When her doctor diagnosed her with a STOMACH FLU, we both and the IV left the room and spend the rest of the time in the waiting area. The diagnose came in the afternoon. She has a swollen spleen. After that, we finally could go home and got the much needed rest. Annette is doing fine with the exception of the spleen. Let's hope the swelling will go away. On the plus side, she lossed 23 lbs and has her first meeting with the nurses on the 4th hoping for a diet change. Purred food etc. HMHM good! This is all so far. Even there were some negatives, I believe Dr. Martin knows what he is doing and he is a good surgeon. You just have to cut through the red tape in his office. This is all so far. I will make another update as time goes by. Inge R

Dianne K. 24 years, 4 months ago

Hi, Annette.....welcome to the other side. I read your mom's posting and sounds as if you are doing well. Keep in touch...Dianne

blank first name B. 24 years, 4 months ago

Hello everyone. Angel speaking.(and mom)Annette got through the surgery very well. Absolutely no problem! We stayed for three nights. Thanks god for private rooms, I could stay with her sleeping on the couch in her room. I really liked that. Annette has no hunger at all. Her surgery was at 7:30 am and she was in her room around 11 am. Started walking about 4 pm and even did three walks that same day. Dr. Martin was great and we also liked the hospital and the nurses. We did not like the shift changes because during the stay, we must have wind up with about 15 different nurses and helpers. She got ice ships the first day, juice, jello, broth the remaining days. She is not hungry at all and this diet is fine for her. Could not even eat it all. Oh, she can have popsicles and loves them. Dr Martin had four of these surgeries that day and we met the others walking the halls. Even compared scars. All looking good. We meet again on January 4th for follow up. Thank all of you for your nice well wishes. I had printed them and took them to the hospital for Annette to read. Well, got to go now. Happy Holidays to all of you. Inge R

angela J. 24 years, 4 months ago

Hope all went well, I enjoyed my stay at Middletown Hosp. didnt have any problems at all staff was very nice and helpful, I love Dr. Martin he is very nice, professional , excellent bedside manner, I recommend him to everyone, He recently did surgery on my sister she's doing great. email me if you need more info. This will be most exciting journey you will experince in your life! I wish you much success on your journey!!!!!!!!

Sandy P. 24 years, 4 months ago

Hope all went well today Annette. Please keep us posted on how your doing. Sandy Pierce

Maryellen W. 24 years, 4 months ago

Annette: Hope all went well and you are on your way to a happier, healthier life!

Mary H. 24 years, 4 months ago

annette may the lord keep you safe and grant you a speedy recovery mary hughes

kylakae 24 years, 4 months ago

Annette, congratulations on your surgery. I'll be praying for you and sending warm wishes your way. May you blessed with an easy surgery and a breezy recovery!

blank first name B. 24 years, 5 months ago

dear mommy, i wish you good luck! Ilove you . you are the best mommy. XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX! 143! YOUR DAUGTER, LAUREN