I finally was able to meet with the surgeon yesterday. (If you haven’t been following, here’s Part 1 and Part 2)
The fluid filled “pocket” that I have is a hernia. This will require me to have surgery. From now on, I’m not allowed to lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk until I have the surgery. I will also be out of commission for about a week after the surgery. My surgery is scheduled for Nov 4th. (I would have done it next week but I would have missed taking my kids trick or treating.)
I was also referred to an endocrinologist to treat the Hashimotos. I’ll be heading out for a thyroid ultrasound tomorrow.
My doctor has also restarted me on the iron.
We are slowly but surely getting down to figure this all out. She also thinks I have the beginnings of arthritis.
Wish I could reach out and give you a hug during this time. I will be thinking of you. Let us know how things are after your surgery when you are feeling up to it.
Praying for you, my husband had to have hernia surgery which was out patient surgery and recovered very quickly.
I have a good sized hernia behind my belly button. I am so glad you are getting treated though!
Healing prayers!
awe praying for you
So sorry. Hope you are not in too much pain and heal quickley
Wow, that’s a lot going on. remember to ask for help when you need it. Don’t turn down help for meals, cleaning etc. Take care of yourself.
I’m glad that it’s something so easily explained even though you have to go through surgery. Don’t overdo things, missy!
Hoping all goes well and sending (((Hugs)))
You will be in my thoughts and prayers for a safe surgery and easy recovery! Please keep us posted!
that is NO GOOD!
UGH my husband had a double hernia, not a good time. Hope you’re feeling better soon.
Oh, bless your heart! You take care of you!
*hugs Mama*
Oh no! My thoughts are definitely with you. Hope for a fast recovery.
So glad that you are getting some answers……will be praying for you!!
Boo to the hernia but glad they are figuring it out!
🙁 I hope things in 2014 are much easier and healthier for you.
Oh no. Thyroid issues are no fun…it seems that the thyroid affects just about everything. I was diagnosed with a problem years ago, and they always mention Hashimotos. Sending love and best wishes your way!
Glad they figure out about the hernia so they would correct it. My mother just was told that she can’t lift anything to heavy b/c of her hernia. No fun!
I am surprised that getting the hernia fixed only puts you out of commission afterwards for about a week. That is a lot better than I expected to read. Hope you feel better soon.
I am so sorry to hear about all the issues you are having.. I hope that things start to get better for you. Know that you know what is going on…
Hugs!!! Praying your surgery goes well 🙂
I hope your surgery goes well and that you are fully recovered and back to full duty and happiness with your family soon.
I hope you get better soon!