Today we spent time in Room 311.
The Intensive Care Unit.
It seems that while surgery went very well - all 8 hours of it - there was one complication.
A torn dura.
What's a dura? Who knows? Google it and read up on it.
But the doctors did repair it during surgery. And so things will be fine. But Pattie must lie flat on her back for at least 36 hours. Which was a major setback for her since she had been adamant about getting up mere hours after surgery. But once she understood the need to lie still - she made up her mind to follow doctors orders.
Another concern.
The doctors have constantly and continually checked her reflexes since surgery. For the most part - they are pleased and optimistic. Except there does appear to be some minor weakness in her right leg.
Was a nerve pinched or damaged during surgery to cause this? And will this correct itself after a few days?
If you know anything at all about nerve damage, then you know the answer is.... Who Knows?
But the doctors will continue to carefully watch and monitor the weakness in Pattie's leg. There are more tests they can do if necessary. And of course there will be days and days of occupational therapy.
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Pattie I am so glad to hear that you are now on the road to recovery. I am saying LOTS of prayers down here and so is mom. Take care and listen to those doctors! <3 ya! Jennifer
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ReplyDeletePattie we are keeping you in our prayers. We love you and we are rooting for you. Love, Eddy Lou
Blake and I wanted to check on how you're doing. He thinks he should do the typing (a bit stubborn...like his mother!). We are praying for you. Hurry up and get back on your feet. I will be on the lookout for decorations for the house! Love, Dorothy
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