Hard to talk about... but once again, since I consider u all my family... here goes.

[popo8]

So as many of u know, I have been struggling with health issues ever since 1 month after I quit smoking 5 or 6 years ago. There have been several studies showing a link to quitting smoking and this disease, but nothing substantial enough for any dr to go on record against big tobacco about. Either way, smoking was my decision and no ones fault but my own... just sucks that I tried to do, and successfully did something like quitting in order to be healthier, and instead that decision is a path to possibly killing me... lol.

I ended up with an autoimmune disease called Ulcertive Colitus... its like Crohns but it only affects the colon... which is pretty much the large intestine.

Ive beem pretty open about that disease here, and on fb and in person. Unfortunatley, as a very small, and I mean 1 or 2 of you know, it has actually been alot worse than that for many years since the disease set in.


Several years ago, I was diagnosed with displasia which would be leading to colon cancer... being the stubborn guy I am... I refused to do surgery, as it was not life or death amd there were meds and treatments I had not tried that were still possibilities thay could get me thru this without surgery...

Well after years of 3 hour infusions every 5 to 6 weeks, and more daily meds than my grandparents used to take, my last colonoscopy has put me in a "life or death" position (literally). Biopsies from my last colonoscopy were reviewed by my GI, a cancer specialist from Reading hospital and Hershey Medical Center as well as being sent to the university of Michigan. All of them had the same interpretation of the results...


I am forced to make a decision to do something and have surgery to have my entire large intestine to my colon removed, or continue to be stubborn and have the cancer spread and kill me...

Ive kept this so close to me all these years because there was a chance i could get around this... my parents... my wife and most peopl I know, were only given the disease info, and not the cancer diagnosis...

I actually took off work a couple weekends ago so that I could take the time to discuss the fact that I'll be fighting cancer to my family and wife.

Although not happy that I kept it from them, they understand that I did it not to load them up with worry while there was still a chance to beat it.

So I go to Hershey Medical on the 8th to discuss and ask questions with the surgeon... apparently at this point they are unable to confirm whether or not the cancer has spread outside of the inside of the large intestine, but if it has and they confirm that when they open me up, well then Im in for more aggressive cancer treatments, but i will cross that bridge when I get there.

So anyways, thanks for listening... I guess I just needed a place to put it out there, as its been a heavy weight to bear these last few years.

Im not lookin for pity or even to be treated differently, in fact that will probably only piss me off and make me feel like Im closer to death rather than recovery... its also still kinda hard for me to talk about, now that "death" has been given as a possibility...

Ill share more info after I meet with the surgeon...

Thanks Again

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[Camaro96]

So as many of u know, I have been struggling with health issues ever since 1 month after I quit smoking 5 or 6 years ago. There have been several studies showing a link to quitting smoking and this disease, but nothing substantial enough for any dr to go on record against big tobacco about. Either way, smoking was my decision and no ones fault but my own... just sucks that I tried to do ans successfully did something like quitting in order to be healthier, and instead that decision is a path to possibly killing me... lol.

I ended up with an autoimmune disease called Ulcertive Colitus... its like Crohns but it only affects the colon... which is pretty much the large intestine.

Ive beem pretty open about that disease here, and on fb and in person. Unfortunatley, as a very small, and I mean 1 or 2 of you know, it has actually been alot worse than that for many years since the disease set in.


Several years ago, I was diagnosed with colon cancer... being the stubborn guy I am... I refused to do surgery, as it was not life or death amd there were meds and treatments I had not tried that were still possibilities thay could get me thru this without surgery...

Well after years of 3 hour infusions every 5 to 6 weeks, and more daily meds than my grandparents used to take, my last colonoscopy has put me in a "life or death" position (literally). Biopsies from my last colonoscopy were reviewed by my GI, a cancer specialist from Reading hospital and Hershey Medical Center as well as being sent to the university of Michigan. All of them had the same interpretation of the results...


I am forced to make a decision to do something and have surgery to have my entire large intestine to my colon removed, or continue to be stubborn and have the cancer spread and kill me...

Ive kept this so close to me all these years because there was a chance i could get around this... my parents... my wife and most peopl I know, were only given the disease info, and not the cancer diagnosis...

I actually took off work a couple weekends ago so that I could take the time to discuss the fact that I have been fighting cancer to my family and wife.

Although not happy that I kept it from them, they understand that I did it not to load them up with worry while there was still a chance to beat it.

So I go to Hershey Medical on the 8th to discuss amd ask questions with the surgeon... apparently at this point they are unable to confirm whether or not the cancer has spread outside of the inside of the large intestine, but if it has and they confirm that when they open me up, well then Im in for more aggressive cancer treatments, but i will cross that bridge when I get there.

So anyways, thanks for listening... I guess I just needed a place to put it out there, as its been a heavy weight to bear these last few years.

Im not lookin for pity or even to be treated differently, in fact that will probably only piss me off and make me feel like Im closer to death rather than recovery... its also still kinda hard for me to talk about, now that "death" has been given as a possibility...

Ill share more info after I meet with the surgeon...

Thanks Again

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[fullforce]

Well look on the bright side, if you have to do chemotherapy you wont loose much hair!

Seriously that sucks, winning battles is what makes us strong. Even though I have never met you, you dont seem like you would go down without a fight.
Prayers sent

[donfrye]

Godspeed and hopes of a quick and full recovery.

[Sahara54]

Never fight alone man. We're here for you brother. Good luck and if you need anything don't hesitate to call or txt.

[superspirit]

Keep up the Fight! Sorry to hear this!

[SSlowBoat]

popo8 ive known you for a bit now both via this forum and as a personal friend, as has osie. We have suspected you were holding it tight and had a feeling that it was more than just the U/C for a bit now. If you need anything at all man, do not hesitate to ask. You have helped us so much, me especially, over the past few years and i am forever grateful to call you a friend. Prayers will be sent. Ill throw you in the little old catholic lady prayer circle lol.

Seriously though, i hope its nothing more, and they are able to handle it, and i know if it requires further treatment you will kick its ass and make it your bitch.

[The Batman]

Stay strong! You can get past this!

[spikester7878]

keep fighting man! all of LTXtech is behind you and will support you!

[popo8]

Brother stay strong and keep us in the loop.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThanku... I definitely will keep you all in the loop. Its made me kinda crazy holding it in all these years... so having a place to talk about it still helps.

I still find myself brushing it off when people talk to me face to face ,cause it still upsets me pretty much...

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[popo8]

Well look on the bright side, if you have to do chemotherapy you wont loose much hair!

Seriously that sucks, winning battles is what makes us strong. Even though I have never met you, you dont seem like you would go down without a fight.
Prayers sentLol... i would save alot in razors...
Seriously tho...
Thanks man.

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[popo8]

Godspeed and hopes of a quick and full recovery.Thanku man... im along for the ride now...

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[popo8]

Never fight alone man. We're here for you brother. Good luck and if you need anything don't hesitate to call or txt.Very much appreciated man... thanku very much...

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[popo8]

Keep up the Fight! Sorry to hear this!Thanku... it is what it is... i guess. Lol

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[popo8]

popo8 ive known you for a bit now both via this forum and as a personal friend, as has osie. We have suspected you were holding it tight and had a feeling that it was more than just the U/C for a bit now. If you need anything at all man, do not hesitate to ask. You have helped us so much, me especially, over the past few years and i am forever grateful to call you a friend. Prayers will be sent. Ill throw you in the little old catholic lady prayer circle lol.

Seriously though, i hope its nothing more, and they are able to handle it, and i know if it requires further treatment you will kick its ass and make it your bitch.

Thanku to u and Osie. Helping you guys out is just what ee do as friends man... cancer or not. U guys. Have done just as much if not more for me as well..

I hope the surgery is all I have to endure... but we will see once they open me up...

Thanks again man.

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[popo8]

Stay strong! You can get past this!Im trying... and I hope ur right... although the more bad news I get or the more I feel like shit, the harder it is to be motivated to fight.

Ive stopped workin out, goin to the gym... i missed a shit load of events this year as Ive been progressively getting worse... as I stop doing that, I end up getting fatter and fatter, which isnt me... and that just cycles into less motivation, etc etc...

Thanku for the support, we will c how it goes.

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[popo8]

keep fighting man! all of LTXtech is behind you and will support you!Lol... well maybe not ALL... but I know MOST are. Hahaha...

THANKU man

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[94Blackbird]

I'm sorry to hear that it's gotten that bad man. Stay tough man, you have been keeping on top of it to this point, I have no doubt you'll make it through this and get back to living your life. When you're feeling your worst, just count the blessings you have and hold on tight to the good in your life to see you through. I'm pulling for ya man!

[popo8]

I'm sorry to hear that it's gotten that bad man. Stay tough man, you have been keeping on top of it to this point, I have no doubt you'll make it through this and get back to living your life. When you're feeling your worst, just count the blessings you have and hold on tight to the good in your life to see you through. I'm pulling for ya man!Hey man... great to see u on here. Didn't think u came by anymore.
Thanku for the support... it is what it is... i followed the rules and did wjat I was supposed too, so on to the next thing. And thats surgery.

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[94Blackbird]

Hey man... great to see u on here. Didn't think u came by anymore.
Thanku for the support... it is what it is... i followed the rules and did wjat I was supposed too, so on to the next thing. And thats surgery.

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That's all you can do lol. I still lurk from time to time to see what's going on. I'll probably post a new build thread when I get back to the TA. Just not a lot of leisure time lately.

[Fastbird]

Good grief Larry, I can't believe you kept this in from so many for so long. That's got to be a huge weight off your shoulders with a very unfortunate replacement of a weight. Keep fighting the good fight buddy, we're all here for you.

[GaryDoug]

My stepson had the same thing and had the surgery done about 15 years ago. He had to wear a collection bag for a while (not sure how long) but he's doing fine today with fairly minor adjustments. He is 57 now.

[popo8]

My stepson had the same thing and had the surgery done about 15 years ago. He had to wear a collection bag for a while (not sure how long) but he's doing fine today with fairly minor adjustments. He is 57 now.Yeah, Ive been speaking with lots of people in support groups. Some say life has never been better, and others have regretted it... some had temp bags then had plumbing reconnected... others are wearing bags forever... 2 many unknowns to know how I feel about it all... the issue is, trying to wear a bullet proof vest and gun belt with a bag if i am stuck with the FORE EVER option will be a challenge, if even possible...

Even more of an unknown is not knowing how far the cancer has spread till they open me up...

Sigh...

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[popo8]

Good grief Larry, I can't believe you kept this in from so many for so long. That's got to be a huge weight off your shoulders with a very unfortunate replacement of a weight. Keep fighting the good fight buddy, we're all here for you.Thanku man... I appreciate it. I kept it to myself because I didnt want people worrying about me like I was some dead man walking kinda thing. Also didnt want those I work with to doubt my abilities... unfortunatley Im at a point now where I have to share with my boss and some partrners as I will be out of work for a while...

Blah...

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[Flyinz]

I hate to read this, but we're all here for you through this fight. Keep your head up, you can beat it! You lived through a horrible auto accident, that totaled your vehicle...and you can live through this as well. Prayers sent, man!

[popo8]

I hate to read this, but we're all here for you through this fight. Keep your head up, you can beat it! You lived through a horrible auto accident, that totaled your vehicle...and you can live through this as well. Prayers sent, man!Thanks bro. I appreciate the support. Hope ur right...

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[Stormyweather]

You are in my prayers Larry.

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[popo8]

You are in my prayers Larry.

Sent from my SM-T217S using TapatalkThanku very much.

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[shownomercy]

Its a good cancer center, good luck with it all Popo.

[popo8]

Its a good cancer center, good luck with it all Popo.Yeah, thats what my research shows and why Im gonna go there for the surgery... rather than the local hospital.

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[agenthol302]

so tough to read that but you are a champion and I have no doubt it will end up better then you think

will keep you in our prayers

[Neil350]

Sorry to see this Larry, hoping for the best.

[popo8]

so tough to read that but you are a champion and I have no doubt it will end up better then you think

will keep you in our prayersThanku... hope ur right.

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[popo8]

Sorry to see this Larry, hoping for the best.Thanku Neil...

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[popo8]

Just had a close friend die today... while I was texting with him and a friend who was with him after being taken to the hospital today.

Believe me when I tell u, it makes u feel even more mortal when ur staring at the possibly for urself... ugh.

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[Slow 30th]

We all know your tough brother. Don’t even let that cross your mind. Stay strong prayer sent for you and his family


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[popo8]

We all know your tough brother. Don’t even let that cross your mind. Stay strong prayer sent for you and his family


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk2 late. Lol. But thanku...

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[Slow 30th]

Well get it out. No need for all that


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[popo8]

Well get it out. No need for all that


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThanku... its just todays news is like a double whammy for this month, and its takin its toll. Ill shake the "fog."

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[harner]

Larry, I'm sorry I am only now catching up on forum stuff and did not see this sooner. Your health situation sucks, but I have a feeling you'll pull through! Cancer research and treatment isn't exactly where it should be, but the advances (tech and medication) has come a long way in recent years.

Just another obstacle for you to overcome!

[BLK95-Z]

Popo words cannot express how sorry I am to read this and wish I had seen it sooner. I truly hope that the doctors are able to isolate the problem and remove it completely. This has been a heck of a week for you man. And again as I said on FB...very sorry to hear about your friend to. From the pics I've seen it looks like he is also a huge loss to the car world in your area as well.

I will keep you and your family and friends in my prayers.

[Ltconvert]

Thanku... I definitely will keep you all in the loop. Its made me kinda crazy holding it in all these years... so having a place to talk about it still helps.

I still find myself brushing it off when people talk to me face to face ,cause it still upsets me pretty much...

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I consider you in the top five on the friends list if you need anything do not hesitate to ask!!


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[Camaro96]

How you holding up popo8

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[popo8]

How you holding up popo8

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThanku for asking. Ive been busy focusing on Rays funeral amd everythimg... and for the moat part its been keeping my brain busy, although I keep flopping back to thinkig ig he died at 56 years old... well then......

Anyways... thanku for thinkin of me.

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[popo8]

I consider you in the top five on the friends list if you need anything do not hesitate to ask!!


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThanku Osie. It means alot to me... I appreciate it alot and consider u the same...

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[popo8]

Popo words cannot express how sorry I am to read this and wish I had seen it sooner. I truly hope that the doctors are able to isolate the problem and remove it completely. This has been a heck of a week for you man. And again as I said on FB...very sorry to hear about your friend to. From the pics I've seen it looks like he is also a huge loss to the car world in your area as well.

I will keep you and your family and friends in my prayers.Thanku man... i appreciate it. As I said b4, I dont have much choice at this point amd Im along for the ride... soooooo...

Whatever will be, will be.

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[popo8]

Larry, I'm sorry I am only now catching up on forum stuff and did not see this sooner. Your health situation sucks, but I have a feeling you'll pull through! Cancer research and treatment isn't exactly where it should be, but the advances (tech and medication) has come a long way in recent years.

Just another obstacle for you to overcome!Thanku Chris... ur right, but they are pretty confident that if it has not spread that they can cut it all out... which leaves me with other complications... but not C. So we will see....

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[popo8]

Well this friday is my appt to get all the details, pros amd cons, etc...

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[Camaro96]

The loss of Ray is definitely a great loss to the car world in Pottstown.

Stay positive and you can come out on top.

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[popo8]

The loss of Ray is definitely a great loss to the car world in Pottstown.

Stay positive and you can come out on top.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkYes it was... still cant come to terms with it and I hope ur rite. Thanku

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[Camaro96]

Brother popo8 thinking of you and hope your hanging in there .

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[popo8]

Brother popo8 thinking of you and hope your hanging in there .

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThanku very much, I appreciate it mam.

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[popo8]

So I went to meet with the surgeon and he didnt sugar coat it. Said that because of my disease, it also complicates the surg to remove the cancerous intestine.

So Im just waiting to set a date for surgery which is gonna be the only way to know how I will do...and what we are up against.

So u may have noticed I have not really been active on here... alot of things have taken a back seat to the stress and exhaustion caused by it. Hard to be motivated to do anythimg knowing what is to come... so its just day by day till I have my operation amd see what Im dealing with wjen they are done...

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[Camaro96]

God speed brother I will keep you in my prayers.

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[SSlowBoat]

So I went to meet with the surgeon and he didnt sugar coat it. Said that because of my disease, it also complicates the surg to remove the cancerous intestine.

So Im just waiting to set a date for surgery which is gonna be the only way to know how I will do...and what we are up against.

So u may have noticed I have not really been active on here... alot of things have taken a back seat to the stress and exhaustion caused by it. Hard to be motivated to do anythimg knowing what is to come... so its just day by day till I have my operation amd see what Im dealing with wjen they are done...

Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkkeep us in the loop man. I hope all goes well.

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[Flyinz]

Prayers sent man! Good luck to ya!

[96LT1355Z28]

Sorry to hear all of this, stay positive, attitude makes a world of difference. I have coworkers who've had cancer and beat it, one had colon and the other with testicular, both are back to work as as healthy as ever. A Good attitude and positive outlook are what kept them going.

[popo8]

Well, Im playing voice mail tag with the lady that does the appointments, it lools like surgery will either be the 15th or 22nd. Just need to actually talk to her to lock one in...

Not looking fwd to this...

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[dawdaw]

Your a tough dude Larry kick cancers ass! Hope everything works out for the best for you and your family

[secretasianman]

I'll be keeping you in my prayers. Don't be hesitant to reach out. If you don't still have my number, pm me. I'm peer support at work so I'll be glad to listen.

Forgot to add....F*ck cancer.

[popo8]

I'll be keeping you in my prayers. Don't be hesitant to reach out. If you don't still have my number, pm me. I'm peer support at work so I'll be glad to listen.

Forgot to add....F*ck cancer.Thanku Brother... I really do appreciate it. Thanku and BE SAFE.

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[popo8]

Your a tough dude Larry kick cancers ass! Hope everything works out for the best for you and your familyThanku Daw... Idk what I can do to beat it with my effort, but im all in for whatever treatments i need...

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[popo8]

Sorry to hear all of this, stay positive, attitude makes a world of difference. I have coworkers who've had cancer and beat it, one had colon and the other with testicular, both are back to work as as healthy as ever. A Good attitude and positive outlook are what kept them going.Thats great to hear. I hope I can be the same and back to normal. Its never been my luck... but I hope... thanku Brother. Be Safe!

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[popo8]

Prayers sent man! Good luck to ya!Thankyou Man.

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[popo8]

keep us in the loop man. I hope all goes well.

Sent from my SM-N950U using TapatalkJust waiting to lock in my date for surgery... :(

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[popo8]

God speed brother I will keep you in my prayers.

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[shownomercy]

Just waiting to lock in my date for surgery... :(

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Lemme know when you are scheduled. If its done at Hershey, I am usually there every weekend, I will come tell you how awesome the LS1 is.

[popo8]

Lemme know when you are scheduled. If its done at Hershey, I am usually there every weekend, I will come tell you how awesome the LS1 is.Hahahah... wait.... what LS1?

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[shownomercy]

Hahahah... wait.... what LS1?

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The almighty LS1, the gift to the masses, the greatest thing ever, are you not aware of our lord and savior the LS1?

[popo8]

The almighty LS1, the gift to the masses, the greatest thing ever, are you not aware of our lord and savior the LS1?Hahahha... ur a trip. U can come spread the word at Hershey. Lol

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[popo8]

Well... looks like my date is locked in.

It was confirmed today that I will be going under the knife on 1/15/17... sigh.

Anyways, since I have to go to a training class on the 11th as well as meet with the anesthesiologist... then on the 12th they will call me to give me time details as well as all of my prep and pre op instructions.

Soooo, xmas vacation ends on the 5th and the way it looks... im gona be out of work as soon as the 10th as my last shift...

Sighhhhhhhhhh...

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[spikester7878]

getting what needs to be done medically done is far more important than working. It took me years to figure that one out. Don't be afraid to reach out if you need anything or just want to vent about things!

[popo8]

getting what needs to be done medically done is far more important than working. It took me years to figure that one out. Don't be afraid to reach out if you need anything or just want to vent about things!Thank u man... much appreciated. I know ur right, i just hate letting other people down...

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[spikester7878]

Same here man. After 7 years in the Army I learned that my health including mental well being/family come before anything else.

[SSlowBoat]

popo8 thanks for the update. we all got your back.

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[Camaro96]

Popo you got this just keep being you and you will end up on top. Stay strong.

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[popo8]

The anxiety has been eating me alive... my regular condition is worsening with the additional stress of the surgery date... i either cant sleep, or all I can do is sleep... its like one extreme to the other.

Fortunately Im on vacation right now as I deal with this imbalance...

Sighhhhh, sigh, sighhhhhh

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[firebird_1995]

The anxiety has been eating me alive... my regular condition is worsening with the additional stress of the surgery date... i either cant sleep, or all I can do is sleep... its like one extreme to the other.

Fortunately Im on vacation right now as I deal with this imbalance...

Sighhhhh, sigh, sighhhhhh

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[popo8]

It has to get worse before it gets better. Just hang in there.

Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using TapatalkI know... im just not functioning well. To the point where im thinkin of takin off on the days i am scheduled to work between this vaca and surgery. Its just 3 or 4 shifts... just not sure if my head will be in it enough to do my job well...

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[popo8]

Ang thinks im goin through depression.

Something is also going on inside me as im only eating 1 meal a day. And Im putting on weight and outgrowing my pants fast.

Just hoping its not some type of tumor or something growing rapidly.

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[donfrye]

Hey man, I know this is a terrible time and anxiety is multiplied due to conditions as well as the holidays and fear of the unknown.

You've got this.

The one thing i would stay cognizant of is the ever-looming officer safety issue. 3-4 shifts with your head somewhere else may sound like a walk in the park but every day has the possibility of being one of "those."

I wish you the best and you have a ton of support both here and all over if needed.

[firebird_1995]

Ang thinks im goin through depression.

Something is also going on inside me as im only eating 1 meal a day. And Im putting on weight and outgrowing my pants fast.

Just hoping its not some type of tumor or something growing rapidly.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI would think that some mild depression/anxiety is a normal response to what you're facing. I don't know many people in their late 30s early 40s that would be jovial 3 weeks before a major procedure. If you're wanting to take time off because you're concerned that you won't be 100% on the job, I say do it. Let the boss know what's up and I'm sure he'll understand. As for the weight gain, stress is probably a huge factor there, and you're going through a lot of that right now.

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[popo8]

Hey man, I know this is a terrible time and anxiety is multiplied due to conditions as well as the holidays and fear of the unknown.

You've got this.

The one thing i would stay cognizant of is the ever-looming officer safety issue. 3-4 shifts with your head somewhere else may sound like a walk in the park but every day has the possibility of being one of "those."

I wish you the best and you have a ton of support both here and all over if needed.I know... ur right. I just hate being the guy to let my guys down...

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[JOATMON]

Hey Popo, Sorry to read this. Prayers heading your way that all goes well with the surgery.
Nolan

[popo8]

Hey Popo, Sorry to read this. Prayers heading your way that all goes well with the surgery.
NolanThanks man... every day that passes allows the stress to eat at me , which makes my original condition worse.... this whole thing has me all fucked up.

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[JOATMON]

I went through some dental surgeries and asked the doc to prescribe a few anxiety pills so I could cope. He has me take three pills and another so they won't upset my stomach. He could have pulled all my teeth out and I wouldn't have given a fuck. Just saying, they have medicine to get you adjusted to whats fixin to happen. Take the medicine, others will pray for you to come out ok. May God bless You.
Nolan

[spikester7878]

Something that may help with the stress/anxiety is to take some time to remind yourself that there are some things in life that are out of your control. You are currently doing what you need to get back into good health and be able to better serve your guys. It's not as though you are being a shit bag or are unnecessarily adding to their plates. You are getting a surgery/procedure that you NEED anyone who can not understand that is a terrible person. Take care of your self and try your best to focus on your health. It's not going to be easy and the road ahead is long but doing anything to keep your mind right while going through it will greatly improve your medical state.

[popo8]

So Ibe been stressing on returning to work for 4 more shifts between my holiday vacation amd tge surgery (surgery got scheduled while i was on vacation, so it was not meant to extend my vacation by bejng so close)...Well after a long heart to heart with my Chief who called me last night just to check on me, I have decided to take those days off.

The wife has convinced me that alot of what Im doing, or not doing proves my being depressed, and I just dont think i will be safe to work like this...

I was worried that id be letting him and the guys down by bailing on those 4 shifts when I will be out for a while, but the Chief reassured me that even though he would rather have me there, I need to get my head right and prep for whats ahead... sooooo

Im staying out. Getting things in line and trying to make things as HANDLED as I can so the wife does not have any difficult challenges when Im down.

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[donfrye]

So Ibe been stressing on returning to work for 4 more shifts between my holiday vacation amd tge surgery (surgery got scheduled while i was on vacation, so it was not meant to extend my vacation by bejng so close)...Well after a long heart to heart with my Chief who called me last night just to check on me, I have decided to take those days off.

The wife has convinced me that alot of what Im doing, or not doing proves my being depressed, and I just dont think i will be safe to work like this...

I was worried that id be letting him and the guys down by bailing on those 4 shifts when I will be out for a while, but the Chief reassured me that even though he would rather have me there, I need to get my head right and prep for whats ahead... sooooo

Im staying out. Getting things in line and trying to make things as HANDLED as I can so the wife does not have any difficult challenges when Im down.

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I'm glad you're doing it this way and I'm impressed at how the chief is handling it.

It sucks but it's best for you, the people you protect and the ones who serve with you.

[SSlowBoat]

So Ibe been stressing on returning to work for 4 more shifts between my holiday vacation amd tge surgery (surgery got scheduled while i was on vacation, so it was not meant to extend my vacation by bejng so close)...Well after a long heart to heart with my Chief who called me last night just to check on me, I have decided to take those days off.

The wife has convinced me that alot of what Im doing, or not doing proves my being depressed, and I just dont think i will be safe to work like this...

I was worried that id be letting him and the guys down by bailing on those 4 shifts when I will be out for a while, but the Chief reassured me that even though he would rather have me there, I need to get my head right and prep for whats ahead... sooooo

Im staying out. Getting things in line and trying to make things as HANDLED as I can so the wife does not have any difficult challenges when Im down.

Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkthankfully your new chief actually understands and gives a shit about his guys. you need to be straight for surgery to go well. the rock kicks ass, so we know you will

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[popo8]

thankfully your new chief actually understands and gives a shit about his guys. you need to be straight for surgery to go well. the rock kicks ass, so we know you will

Sent from my SM-N950U using TapatalkAfter going thru hell with the last chief, Im really lucky to have this chief.

The anxiety us real man... im sick to my stomach on almost a daily basis...

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[popo8]

I'm glad you're doing it this way and I'm impressed at how the chief is handling it.

It sucks but it's best for you, the people you protect and the ones who serve with you.Our chief is an amazing man...

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[popo8]

Something that may help with the stress/anxiety is to take some time to remind yourself that there are some things in life that are out of your control. You are currently doing what you need to get back into good health and be able to better serve your guys. It's not as though you are being a shit bag or are unnecessarily adding to their plates. You are getting a surgery/procedure that you NEED anyone who can not understand that is a terrible person. Take care of your self and try your best to focus on your health. It's not going to be easy and the road ahead is long but doing anything to keep your mind right while going through it will greatly improve your medical state.Thanku... Im trying to keep it together, but its getting more and more difficult.

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[popo8]

I went through some dental surgeries and asked the doc to prescribe a few anxiety pills so I could cope. He has me take three pills and another so they won't upset my stomach. He could have pulled all my teeth out and I wouldn't have given a fuck. Just saying, they have medicine to get you adjusted to whats fixin to happen. Take the medicine, others will pray for you to come out ok. May God bless You.
NolanI guess as a cop, pain meds and stuff like that are taboo for me. I have nothing against them for those that use them appropriatley, but I jave a hard time using them.

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[popo8]

Hey Popo, Sorry to read this. Prayers heading your way that all goes well with the surgery.
NolanThanku.

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[Camaro96]

I guess as a cop, pain meds and stuff like that are taboo for me. I have nothing against them for those that use them appropriatley, but I jave a hard time using them.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkPopo I believe there are a time and place for pain meds. They are need to help tolerate pain and make it were you can tolerate the discomfort that your in. I cannot speak on it being different for an police officer. Peoples interpretation of pain varies from being unable to function and a sleep to making pain were you still able to function with limited decrease in abilities.

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[popo8]

Well its official... Im out.

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[popo8]

2moro is my pre surgery appointment with anesthesia and the training class for the stoma... blah.

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[Brandon++S]

Hope all goes well.

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[popo8]

Hope all goes well.

Sent from my SM-G930V using TapatalkThanku... already off to a horrible start... woke up at 1am with the runs, nausia and alot of abdominal pain.

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[shownomercy]

You gonna be in Hershey all weekend?

[popo8]

You gonna be in Hershey all weekend?No. Today was just preop stuff. Will return for actual surgery on monday. Waiting for a call tomoro to tell me what time.

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[popo8]

Well... I have my surgery tine, and the anxiety is building.

Looks like I need to be at the hospital on Monday at 5:30am.

Surgery is scheduled to go from 7:30am till 1:22pm... yes, they gave me that specific of a time...

Sighhhhh...

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[Camaro96]

Well... I have my surgery tine, and the anxiety is building.

Looks like I need to be at the hospital on Monday at 5:30am.

Surgery is scheduled to go from 7:30am till 1:22pm... yes, they gave me that specific of a time...

Sighhhhh...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkThe time flies when anticipating a procedure. You got this stay strong and positive. You will be back to doing things you love before you know it

You will be in my prayers.

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[SSlowBoat]

Well... I have my surgery tine, and the anxiety is building.

Looks like I need to be at the hospital on Monday at 5:30am.

Surgery is scheduled to go from 7:30am till 1:22pm... yes, they gave me that specific of a time...

Sighhhhh...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkAll will be well man. You got this. you have some of the best doctors working on you. just try to relax for the weekend and enjoy ponch/ang/asshton/Mila time

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[JOATMON]

Hey Popo, A little sumptin to take the edge off. I'm taking a chance here, but it got my attention!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipgEzN2S_nU

[harner]

I'll be tuning in for updates. All will go well, those surgeons know their shit. You're in good hands!

[JOATMON]

Anybody got any updates on Popo's surgery?

[SSlowBoat]

Anybody got any updates on Popo's surgery?

Just saw on his wife's fb that he is out of surgery and everything went well. that's as much as I know.

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[popo8]

Hey guys... Surgery we mnt well, thanku for caring and following. Thatt really does mean alot.

Having some complications with thr pain managment angle, but hopefully we will have that straight for the day.

Didnt sleep since getting outta the proceedure around 4pm yesterdy, so gonna try to nap now and ill share some of the drama..

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[Camaro96]

Hey guys... Surgery we mnt well, thanku for caring and following. Thatt really does mean alot.

Having some complications with thr pain managment angle, but hopefully we will have that straight for the day.

Didnt sleep since getting outta the proceedure around 4pm yesterdy, so gonna try to nap now and ill share some of the drama..

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Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkGlad to hear you came through surgery and that your are stable. Stay strong you got this on the road to recovery and enjoy life.

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[spikester7878]

Great to hear it went well man! Focus on healing up. We are always here if you need anything.

[donfrye]

Gladbto hear things went well. Relax and recover well.

[JOATMON]

Sending best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Nolan

[popo8]

Thanku all. Still have not slept more than 15 min, here and there. Pain managmemt is still a big challengr.

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[Camaro96]

popo8 hope you are getting better sleep and pain Management.

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[secretasianman]

So glad surgery went well. Focus on your health and family. I'll keep praying for you.

[GaryDoug]

I always have trouble sleeping in an ICU/CCU hospital room. I found one thing that worked for me other than reading a book (wife's suggestion). If you have one of those TV sets on a swing arm over the bed, try watching a home shopping channel. That put me to sleep within a hour every time. Tell the nurse to turn the volume down if she finds you asleep.

[popo8]

I always have trouble sleeping in an ICU/CCU hospital room. I found one thing that worked for me other than reading a book (wife's suggestion). If you have one of those TV sets on a swing arm over the bed, try watching a home shopping channel. That put me to sleep within a hour every time for me. Tell the nurse to turn the volume down if she finds you asleep.Hahaha... i had no problem falling asleep... it was the first movement i make, feels like im being shived, and wakes me up violently...

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[shownomercy]

Tell em its not your problem there is a shortage of dilaudid, and to fill you up premium. Spritz it with a benedryl chaser and you are gooolden

[popo8]

Tell em its not your problem there is a shortage of dilaudid, and to fill you up premium. Spritz it with a benedryl chaser and you are goooldenHahah. Dilaudid is what finally saved me! Sounds like u have the inside scoup!

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[popo8]

So glad surgery went well. Focus on your health and family. I'll keep praying for you.Thanku brother. Still have some struggles to deal with and many more to come... all i wanna do is be sure that Ill get back to my job eventually?

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[popo8]

popo8 hope you are getting better sleep and pain Management.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThanku... unfortunately, pain managment is still not tuned in to me being able to say Im not suffering.

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[popo8]

Sending best wishes for a speedy recovery.
NolanThanku, Im still HERE, alive... phewwww.

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[popo8]

Gladbto hear things went well. Relax and recover well.Im tryin... just need some time without pain.

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[popo8]

Great to hear it went well man! Focus on healing up. We are always here if you need anything.I am... and Mrs Popo is by my side being my "rock" every second she can...
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[GaryDoug]

Thanku... unfortunately, pain managment is still not tuned in to me being able to say Im not suffering.


I suspect that you are the doctors' early warning system if anything opens up unexpectedly (It won't). They want you feeling at least a little pain so you can tell them if it increases. Otherwise you would get to control your own morphine drip.

[Camaro96]

Thanku... unfortunately, pain managment is still not tuned in to me being able to say Im not suffering.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkSorry to hear that l. I hope that get it under control and make it at least tolerable. You are in my prayers.

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[popo8]

Well, last nite at some point while texting, I passed out... 1st night sleep since surgery amd it was amazing!!!

Other then being awoken for meds and blood draw, I slept right till 6am..

Few updates... first one that will make Angela happy when she visits today, I learned that I have a heat/ac controller in my room. Haha, she was freezing yesterday.

Second, when I was awoken at 6am, for blood work, I learned that my temp illeostomy bag was almost full to the top, suprising doctors and nurses when I called them in, as that means my stomach is waking up suddenly...

3rd, still depending on pain med as the pain blocks I had recieved during surgery that did not work that well, are expected to wear off today and cause me added discomfort

Fourth... these damn hiccups that have been plaguing me daily for long periods of time are back again... I was able to sleep awesone for the first time since surgery with no hiccups but upon my first drink of water... they started, and 40 minutes later they are still goin.

Finally, my BP and Heart have been high from what I believe is "white coat syndrome. They are still not low yet, but they are beginning to drop and even with violent hiccups this am... everything had dropped significantly from where they were, which has been a concern regarding post surgery injury or infection...so definitely something positive.

Wooo hoooo... moving right along!!!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180118/5fa7bbf89434149d6dcc40e06de8d120.jpg

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[LPE406]

Hang in there Popo, the worst should now be over as the healing process is in progress. As time continues to pass you will note further improvements in your health, although it never occurs quite as quickly as we would like. You will continue to be in my prayers.

[Camaro96]

Hang in there Popo it sounds like things are head in a positive light. Hope they are able to get your pain under control. Thanks for the update.

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[shownomercy]

They are gonna be stingy with any narcotic due to the current crisis (remember you are in a state of emergency PA).

[popo8]

They are gonna be stingy with any narcotic due to the current crisis (remember you are in a state of emergency PA).I gotta say... today they actuakly replaced my cartridge early amd wasted like 1/4 of my meds... i was suprised aftter u insinuated that. When i asked them why dr was anti good pain med, they explained to me that the "opioid epidemic" is having a backlash on the doctors who were so easilj prescribing opiods... then when people could no longer get scripts, they were transfering to hard narcotics, like heroin, but yet that doctor blame was carrying over into that other drug world.

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[SSlowBoat]

They are gonna be stingy with any narcotic due to the current crisis (remember you are in a state of emergency PA).they were pushing the button for my grandmother with the morphine because she wasn't and was in pain.....it depends on the doc.

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[popo8]

they were pushing the button for my grandmother with the morphine because she wasn't and was in pain.....it depends on the doc.

Sent from my SM-N950U using TapatalkOh wow.... here, they are not allowed to touch the button... yesterday i was having horrible chest pains and trying to fight the pain. Ang said to the nurse and doctor that were here, and they grabbed the remote and told her, "heres the remote, but we cant push it."

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[SSlowBoat]

Oh wow.... here, they are not allowed to touch the button... yesterday i was having horrible chest pains and trying to fight the pain. Ang said to the nurse and doctor that were here, and they grabbed the remote and told her, "heres the remote, but we cant push it."

Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkeither that or because she's old/kinda crabby they were trying to knock her out lol..

I understand why, legal issues.

I just hope they can get you settled out. and get your hiccups calmed down

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[popo8]

either that or because she's old/kinda crabby they were trying to knock her out lol..

I understand why, legal issues.

I just hope they can get you settled out. and get your hiccups calmed down

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[Jeff Green]

WOW, I'm way late on this as don't get on here that much. Sounds like you're past the worst and getting better every day.

I'm not sure we have ever even talked but I wouldn't wish that on anyone and form all I have seen or read you are a good guy!!

I wish you all the positive luck you need and maybe send you a few Impala parts to make you feel better:).

Get well!!

[shownomercy]

Infamous hospital turkey sandwhiches ftw!

Hopefully your hiccups settle down, I know that pain all to well

[secretasianman]

Glad to hear some things are improving. Keep the faith and you'll be back to work before you know it.

[popo8]

Well, last night I got amazzing sleep... dozed off b4 midnight... dont even know when, but glasses where still on and phone was on my chest... slept till 8am...

Wow. My body finally took the pain meds in... also, seems like hiccup meds are working as well... but i dont wanna jinx myself.

At about 10am... i had my catheter removed as well as my IV which included my pain pump, but ive been switched over to oxy every 4 hrs. SNM is prob right that they are trying to ration the stuff in the pump since as soon as I was better, they took it.

Im finnally not attached to anything so i got up and cleaned all of me... they came and drained all my drains that needed changing...


And here is the be5at part... even thouhh my pain took a while to manage, my body has been healing and improving faster than normal... there is a chance that I MAY.... MAY... MAY....

...get to go home 2moro!!!!

We will see... finally an update with all positives.

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[Camaro96]

Well, last night I got amazzing sleep... dozed off b4 midnight... dont even know when, but glasses where still on and phone was on my chest... slept till 8am...

Wow. My body finally took the pain meds in... also, seems like hiccup meds are working as well... but i dont wanna jinx myself.

At about 10am... i had my catheter removed as well as my IV which included my pain pump, but ive been switched over to oxy every 4 hrs. SNM is prob right that they are trying to ration the stuff in the pump since as soon as I was better, they took it.

Im finnally not attached to anything so i got up and cleaned all of me... they came and drained all my drains that needed changing...


And here is the be5at part... even thouhh my pain took a while to manage, my body has been healing and improving faster than normal... there is a chance that I MAY.... MAY... MAY....

...get to go home 2moro!!!!

We will see... finally an update with all positives.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkAlright man that's great to hear. You have done great coming thru the surgery and healing well so glad to hear that you are.

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[popo8]

After a not so positive day in the hospital yesterday, I was suprised with this. "Crime in Pottstown" is a local (to where I work) page and i was notified this was up. Literally made me bawl in here as it was all totally unexpected.
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=777354502459930&id=149360611925992

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[spikester7878]

That is really awesome POPO!

[popo8]

Well after 8 days... Im home...

Im hurting like I cant even explain...

My pup was ecstatic to see me and wont leave my side...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180124/b0ef85feb7b608a111fcb8766c0aa160.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180124/66ec1c202cf8563d54d435e050f008ac.jpg

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[Camaro96]

Well after 8 days... Im home...

Im hurting like I cant even explain...

My pup was ecstatic to see me and wont leave my side...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180124/b0ef85feb7b608a111fcb8766c0aa160.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180124/66ec1c202cf8563d54d435e050f008ac.jpg

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkGlad to see that you made it home. Your pup missed. Hope your pain gets better under control soon. You looking good keep moving forward. I hope things keep going well.

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[popo8]

Glad to see that you made it home. Your pup missed. Hope your pain gets better under control soon. You looking good keep moving forward. I hope things keep going well.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkNext surgery is in 2 months, so trying to just get as good as i can till they cut me again... thanku.

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[spikester7878]

Great to hear you are home. Keep up the awesome progress! Thanks for keeping us well updated.

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[Camaro96]

Next surgery is in 2 months, so trying to just get as good as i can till they cut me again... thanku.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkOh!! Man I didn't realize you had to do it again. I will keep you in my prayers.

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[popo8]

Oh!! Man I didn't realize you had to do it again. I will keep you in my prayers.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkYeah...


The first surgery was already so long (8.5 hrs) and somethings need to heal b4 it can be continued to be worked on... so maybe more depending... but for now its only 2 surguries then heal then testing to see if there is any cancer left...



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[popo8]

Great to hear you are home. Keep up the awesome progress! Thanks for keeping us well updated.

Sent from my SM-G930V using TapatalkThanku for still following and caring.

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[SSlowBoat]

Yeah...


The first surgery was already so long (8.5 hrs) and somethings need to heal b4 it can be continued to be worked on... so maybe more depending... but for now its only 2 surguries then heal then testing to see if there is any cancer left...



Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkgood, should be healed up for car show season. or I'll roll you around if I have to. lol

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[popo8]

good, should be healed up for car show season. or I'll roll you around if I have to. lol

Sent from my SM-N950U using TapatalkLol... i hope so. As long as 2nd surgery goes as planned... then good healing. I should be able to make it.

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[donfrye]

Awesome. Praying you're back at it in no time.

[meissen]

Happy to hear you're home, Larry! :woot:

[Ltconvert]

Glad you’re home now get strong for the next round so you can kick this things ass!!


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[Cathead]

Great to hear you're back home!

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[1QUICKZ28]

Larry, I’m so sorry for not catching this thread sooner. Some things in my life have changed and I haven’t been on here much. I was in shock reading all of this. I’m relieved that your home and things are heading in a positive direction. You’re a positive influence to so many. Stay strong my friend and continue to push forward. You got this.


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[popo8]

Larry, I’m so sorry for not catching this thread sooner. Some things in my life have changed and I haven’t been on here much. I was in shock reading all of this. I’m relieved that your home and things are heading in a positive direction. You’re a positive influence to so many. Stay strong my friend and continue to push forward. You got this.


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThanku man... i hope the changes in ur life are not negative...

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[1QUICKZ28]

Thanku man... i hope the changes in ur life are not negative...

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Had some health issues that I’ve gotten all worked out. On the bright side we are now grandparents. Baby boy to carry on the name. Very cool to have 4 generations together. My heart melts for him. He will be a Chevy man. He’s one spoiled little guy.


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[popo8]

Had some health issues that I’ve gotten all worked out. On the bright side we are now grandparents. Baby boy to carry on the name. Very cool to have 4 generations together. My heart melts for him. He will be a Chevy man. He’s one spoiled little guy.


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkAwwww... so happy 4 u grampa!

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[ncinirator]

I’ve been away from the forum and was surprised to see what’s been happening.

Glad to see you are on the road to recovery.

I’m guessing the hiccups are related to the medical procedure, but I read somewhere that if you take a swig or two of pickle juice your hiccups will stop.

Worked for me a few weeks ago. Hope that helps.


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[popo8]

Update;

Surgeon's Assistant said Im healing well and handling a few of the challenges well. Pain managment still not a strong point in this ordeal and Still having some minor complications, but for the most part, im progressing. 2 more weeks till I see the surgeon, and hopefully, 4 weeks from then I progress into surgery, part 2. It cant come soon enough because Im absolutely misreable...

The only plus today was that I drove us to the hospital an hr away in the Impala, then we took it for a nice lunch on the way home.

The wife thinks Im going thru some type of depression and I honestly cant argue... im in a bad mood... im snapping in an instant... and emotional the next moment. I dont feel like trying tondo anything and look for ways to keep trying to sleep my days and nights away...

Oh yeah, and Im down 30 lbs exactly in 14 days...

Hoping it will pass, but it doesnt feel like it will...


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[GaryDoug]

Sounds like good news to me, except the side issues. Why did you post that photo of your wife with that strangely handsome new guy?

[Camaro96]

Update;

Surgeon's Assistant said Im healing well and handling a few of the challenges well. Pain managment still not a strong point in this ordeal and Still having some minor complications, but for the most part, im progressing. 2 more weeks till I see the surgeon, and hopefully, 4 weeks from then I progress into surgery, part 2. It cant come soon enough because Im absolutely misreable...

The only plus today was that I drove us to the hospital an hr away in the Impala, then we took it for a nice lunch on the way home.

The wife thinks Im going thru some type of depression and I honestly cant argue... im in a bad mood... im snapping in an instant... and emotional the next moment. I dont feel like trying tondo anything and look for ways to keep trying to sleep my days and nights away...

Oh yeah, and Im down 30 lbs exactly in 14 days...

Hoping it will pass, but it doesnt feel like it will...


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Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkGlad to hear that you are healing well. Keep hanging in there. I'm sure you have some depression you got a lot going on it will pass. Hang in there Brother.

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[popo8]

Sounds like good news to me, except the side issues. Why did you post that photo of your wife with that strangely handsome new guy?Lol...

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[LPE406]

Don’t get discouraged Larry, the main thing is you received a good report on your progress to date from the surgeons assistant. I recall you noting weight gain prior to the surgery, so thinking the weight loss noted now might have been related to fluid retention, a common side effect of many drugs. Hang in there and make sure you are consuming a minimum of two quarts of water a day to ensure you don’t get dehydrated, and to additionally help flush the medications you are currently taking from your body.

[popo8]

Don’t get discouraged Larry, the main thing is you received a good report on your progress to date from the surgeons assistant. I recall you noting weight gain prior to the surgery, so thinking the weight loss noted now might have been related to fluid retention, a common side effect of many drugs. Hang in there and make sure you are consuming a minimum of two quarts of water a day to ensure you don’t get dehydrated, and to additionally help flush the medications you are currently taking from your body.Thanks man... im drinking nearly a gallon of water a day to make sure i stay hydrated and cleaned out. Other than pain meds that i had from my back injury, im noy even taken any meds anymore... its probably the only positive... i went from what felt like hundreds of pills a week to NONE.

Unfortunately pain is still a big problem and now im dealing with the large incision opening up because the glue is wearing away faster than it could heal strong enough not to tear. They want me to keep moving and be active, but when i try, i can actually feel my incision tearing amd its slowly been gettinf worse.... ugh.

Im beyond "getting" discouraged... im misreable with hate towards what im going thru...

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[popo8]

Not to be gross... but im not white, but yet... i see fresh white meat...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180201/dcbb77725971ed62830efb21bf67a2fb.jpg

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[Camaro96]

Keep hanging in there POPO. This time next year it will be in the past and way better looking scar. It doesn't sound like it's breeding yet from movement. It's better to keep moving and keeping an eye on it to catch it if it goes to far. The movement assist in increasing blood to promote healing. I better to have it heal from the inside out instead of having to heal from the outside in holding him a possibility of infection when it heals from the outside in. Great to see that you're doing well for sure.

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[popo8]

Keep hanging in there POPO. This time next year it will be in the past and way better looking scar. It doesn't sound like it's breeding yet from movement. It's better to keep moving and keeping an eye on it to catch it if it goes to far. The movement assist in increasing blood to promote healing. I better to have it heal from the inside out instead of having to heal from the outside in holding him a possibility of infection when it heals from the outside in. Great to see that you're doing well for sure.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkOk... well that makes sense. But i still shouldn't be tearing back open, right?

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[Camaro96]

Ok... well that makes sense. But i still shouldn't be tearing back open, right?

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI have scene it happen with the simplest movement care cause tearing depending on if it's been stapled together on the out side or glued. I'm sure there are stitches on the inside to hold it together from the inside out. I believe you will feel or should feel if you're tearing the stitches on the inside. It is possible for that to happen just keep a good eye out on your incision. Your doctor should be looking at it and letting you know if that's not okay.

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[popo8]

I have scene it happen with the simplest movement care cause tearing depending on if it's been stapled together on the out side or glued. I'm sure there are stitches on the inside to hold it together from the inside out. I believe you will feel or should feel if you're tearing the stitches on the inside. It is possible for that to happen just keep a good eye out on your incision. Your doctor should be looking at it and letting you know if that's not okay.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkYeah... his nurses had me email them pics since the hospital is over an hour away. At this time they say to not worry. But man it hurts.

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[secretasianman]

Hang in there. Keeping you in my prayers.

[popo8]

Hang in there. Keeping you in my prayers.Thanku

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[popo8]

Well after a horrendous night of pain making it hard to breath we called my surgery hospital and they advised me to go to to the local ER for imaging to see if i ripped something apart.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/e509b7fe762a1a3ae6fdbb0bef517b25.jpg

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[1QUICKZ28]

Praying it’s nothing major Larry. That smile tell us you’re gonna get thru all of this and before you know it this will all be good for story. You will beat this!


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[Camaro96]

I hope everything turns out to be good and nothing's wrong. Prays head your way .

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[popo8]

Thanku fellas. Im home now, but in no better shape. According to the doctor, the imaging / ct scan showed that no sutchers came undone, and no new surgery connections have come apart either... (as far as they can tell...)

Unfortunately the pain is still crippling, and it is still difficult for me to breath comfortably thru the pain...

Other than the few hours that I was in the hospital, i was not given any pain meds to go home
In fact I was told to take 600mg of ibuprophen, which I am doing amd its just not helpimg.

Without sleep aids I cant sleep more than an hour here or an hour there... i kmow i sound like all i do is bitch, but Im just fukin misreable... 10 different kinds of pain with this last one (which btw happened only after i reached for a pull string on a ceiling fan light, which is why i was afraid something came apart) which attack me simultaneously...

This monday will be 3 weeks since surgery and that leaves am estimated 5 more weeks till mu next surgery... ugh... im not eben half way.

Thanks for listening, and thanku again for the positive comments.

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[fullforce]

Praying for you man, its gotta be frustrating to not be able to do things and be hurting just sitting there.

Just remember theirs always someone in worse shape.

[popo8]

Praying for you man, its gotta be frustrating to not be able to do things and be hurting just sitting there.

Just remember theirs always someone in worse shape.Thanku... It was easier to remember that when i was in the hospital, but yesterday's trip to the er was definitely that reminder. Thanku bro.

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[LPE406]

Sorry to hear about this Larry, but the good thing is they were able to determine no damage was done from the imaging. Take it easy to give yourself time to heal and to minimize any further discomfort. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

[Camaro96]

I hope that they are able to help you in getting the pain Management under control. Glad to hear that there is no sutures coming apart. Prayers head your way.

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[popo8]

I hope that they are able to help you in getting the pain Management under control. Glad to hear that there is no sutures coming apart. Prayers head your way.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkIve come to the realization that they wont. Hell aftrr being in horrible pain in the er, they gave me iv pain meds, but upon releasing me with no change in pain, I was just told to take 600mg of ibuprophen...

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[Camaro96]

Ive come to the realization that they wont. Hell aftrr being in horrible pain in the er, they gave me iv pain meds, but upon releasing me with no change in pain, I was just told to take 600mg of ibuprophen...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkBrother I'm sorry to hear that. I think the changes that are being to try and stop the opiod epidemic in the United States. The people that need the pain medication to manage pain are going to be the ones that are going to suffer. With that being said my prayers go out to you and hope you Hill sooner than later so the pain won't go to be minimal or more manageable with ibuprofen.

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[popo8]

Brother I'm sorry to hear that. I think the changes that are being to try and stop the opiod epidemic in the United States. The people that need the pain medication to manage pain are going to be the ones that are going to suffer. With that being said my prayers go out to you and hope you Hill sooner than later so the pain won't go to be minimal or more manageable with ibuprofen.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThats exactly right... because the docs and hospitals are being blammed for the epidemic because they gave out pain meds like candy b4, then when it stopped people turned to heroin... well now instead of being more careful about who does and who does not get meds, they just now give NO ONE meds to manage... and it fkn sucks. Today is 3 weeks since my surgery... and i struggle with this damn pain for about 5 more weeks till next surgery...

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[shownomercy]

Thats exactly right... because the docs and hospitals are being blammed for the epidemic because they gave out pain meds like candy b4, then when it stopped people turned to heroin... well now instead of being more careful about who does and who does not get meds, they just now give NO ONE meds to manage... and it fkn sucks. Today is 3 weeks since my surgery... and i struggle with this damn pain for about 5 more weeks till next surgery...

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You are like ~220lb right?

Ask your doc for allowance to bump the candy level up, usually its 800mg. Hell, if I strain something I take 600mg normally and thats not surgery pain levels...

[popo8]

You are like ~220lb right?

Ask your doc for allowance to bump the candy level up, usually its 800mg. Hell, if I strain something I take 600mg normally and thats not surgery pain levels...I was 280 when i went in for surgery, and 250 is where im at now.

Are u suggesting i take more ibuprophen because there is no "candy" being prescribed to me other than the instructions to take ibu...

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[shownomercy]

Yea, sorry, take more ibu

Run it past your doc of course, but you are a big guy and normal doses are gonna be useless.

[popo8]

Yea, sorry, take more ibu

Run it past your doc of course, but you are a big guy and normal doses are gonna be useless.Ok... ill give it a shot amd call 2moro

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[shownomercy]

Disregard what I said, wife set me straight :lol:

But, still talk to doc about pain management.

[popo8]

Disregard what I said, wife set me straight [emoji38]

But, still talk to doc about pain management.Lol... ok. Ive been pleading for paim meds. Wont do it. My actual incision point is splitting open, today it actually kicked out part of a stitch. Its gross looking at it amd seeing all the white which im assuming is bare fat.... they tell me its normal, even though its getting bigger every few days rather than staying the same and/or getting smaller. And thats just one of the pains...

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[SSlowBoat]

Lol... ok. Ive been pleading for paim meds. Wont do it. My actual incision point is splitting open, today it actually kicked out part of a stitch. Its gross looking at it amd seeing all the white which im assuming is bare fat.... they tell me its normal, even though its getting bigger every few days rather than staying the same and/or getting smaller. And thats just one of the pains...

Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkthat doesn't sound normal, damn.

hang in there man. I don't know what else to say. wish there was a way I could help you

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[popo8]

that doesn't sound normal, damn.

hang in there man. I don't know what else to say. wish there was a way I could help you

Sent from my SM-N950U using TapatalkI agree... but they say they wont stitch something like that again and now it needs to heal from what i see inside towards the surface. Which i would be fine with if it didnt look and feel worse every damn time i look at it.

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[shownomercy]

I agree... but they say they wont stitch something like that again and now it needs to heal from what i see inside towards the surface. Which i would be fine with if it didnt look and feel worse every damn time i look at it.

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I think they stopped fully sealing up stuff so infections etc are not sealed in, lets ya breath like fine wine.

[popo8]

I think they stopped fully sealing up stuff so infections etc are not sealed in, lets ya breath like fine wine.Not to be gross but that was glued shut when i left hospital... now its big enough for me to stick my thumb in it... and where the fk did that sutcher come from.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180206/e73c834463986b987235cc63c380b8c5.jpg

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[GaryDoug]

I agree... but they say they wont stitch something like that again and now it needs to heal from what i see inside towards the surface. Which i would be fine with if it didnt look and feel worse every damn time i look at it.


Well.... don't look at it. Now I wish I hadn't ;-) Bummer about the pain. Makes me feel guilty, cause a couple of months ago I had a hand operation and they gave me a bottle of Hydrocodone for the inevitable intense pain I was supposed to get. Pain never happened, now the bottle sits there with all the original 20 pills going to waste.

[LPE406]

Larry, keep on your doctor, they need to effectively manage your pain. Let them know the current plan is not working, along with your current symptoms such as can’t move or even breathe deeply without relatively severe pain, in addition to not being able to rest without being awakened by the pain. Make sure to let them know the pain is now worse than it was when you originally left the hospital as I suspect it is from your recent posts.

Let them know you understand their reluctance to prescribe medications unless necessary, however you need some immediate short term relief now due to the increased pain levels you are currently experiencing. Additionally let them know you don’t expect or desire total pain relief, you just now need something presently in the near term, over the next 7 -14 days to provide some relief during this period while the surgical glue is wearing off the incision area presumably causing the increased pain.

The risk to becoming addicted to pain medication prescribed after surgery is very small, unless you have a history of substance abuse which I don’t believe is the case.

Keep on the surgeon who is handling and monitoring your case, and I think you will be able to get a prescription for some additional pain relief medication for the short term. This approach has worked for our family in the past, as I think they assume the current prescribed solution is working until they receive enough feedback that it is not. Kind of like the squeakiest wheel gets the grease analogy.

I sincerely hope you are able to obtain some relief shortly, and by all means keep them informed of any changes you note in the incision to ensure the healing is indeed progressing as expected.

[popo8]

Well.... don't look at it. Now I wish I hadn't ;-) Bummer about the pain. Makes me feel guilty, cause a couple of months ago I had a hand operation and they gave me a bottle of Hydrocodone for the inevitable intense pain I was supposed to get. Pain never happened, now the bottle sits there with all the original 20 pills going to waste.Lol... Im sorry. Now imagine it being a part of u, and constantly worrying how far its gonna open or if its gonna get infected... not to mention u gotta keep looking cause of the crazy amount of pain it keeps causing...

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[popo8]

Larry, keep on your doctor, they need to effectively manage your pain. Let them know the current plan is not working, along with your current symptoms such as can’t move or even breathe deeply without relatively severe pain, in addition to not being able to rest without being awakened by the pain. Make sure to let them know the pain is now worse than it was when you originally left the hospital as I suspect it is from your recent posts.

Let them know you understand their reluctance to prescribe medications unless necessary, however you need some immediate short term relief now due to the increased pain levels you are currently experiencing. Additionally let them know you don’t expect or desire total pain relief, you just now need something presently in the near term, over the next 7 -14 days to provide some relief during this period while the surgical glue is wearing off the incision area presumably causing the increased pain.

The risk to becoming addicted to pain medication prescribed after surgery is very small, unless you have a history of substance abuse which I don’t believe is the case.

Keep on the surgeon who is handling and monitoring your case, and I think you will be able to get a prescription for some additional pain relief medication for the short term. This approach has worked for our family in the past, as I think they assume the current prescribed solution is working until they receive enough feedback that it is not. Kind of like the squeakiest wheel gets the grease analogy.

I sincerely hope you are able to obtain some relief shortly, and by all means keep them informed of any changes you note in the incision to ensure the healing is indeed progressing as expected.I will try to be the squeeky wheel, and ur right on all of the assumption u made. Thanku. I have a follow up with the surgeon on Friday... Ill give it hell...

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[popo8]

Well good news and bad news...

My visiting nurse came by today to help with my bag change... yes I have a temporary shit bag and I hate it. Looks like i have an infection of the skin underneath it, and she is concerned with the amount of pain im in saying its not usual for 3 weeks in... thats the bad news...

The good news is she remeasured the incision that was splitting and it appears to have shrunk a bit in length... but mot in width...

So now to wallow in my pain with my pup...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180206/bf97a6d16ebcd350e684375e25348e1b.jpg

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[Camaro96]

Well good news and bad news...

My visiting nurse came by today to help with my bag change... yes I have a temporary shit bag and I hate it. Looks like i have an infection of the skin underneath it, and she is concerned with the amount of pain im in saying its not usual for 3 weeks in... thats the bad news...

The good news is she remeasured the incision that was splitting and it appears to have shrunk a bit in length... but mot in width...

So now to wallow in my pain with my pup...https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180206/bf97a6d16ebcd350e684375e25348e1b.jpg

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkThanks for the update. The nurse should be able to assist you with getting pain Management achived. I hope that this procedure and the next procedure go well and you heal cancer free and the bag is temporary until your body heals. Man's best friend thats by your side is the support you need he love you unconditionally and is able to be with you when your other support system members are not able to be there.

You got this just keep doing what your doing.

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[popo8]

Thanks for the update. The nurse should be able to assist you with getting pain Management achived. I hope that this procedure and the next procedure go well and you heal cancer free and the bag is temporary until your body heals. Man's best friend thats by your side is the support you need he love you unconditionally and is able to be with you when your other support system members are not able to be there.

You got this just keep doing what your doing.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkUnfortunately no one seems to want to or are able to help me with pain managment.

Fortunatley for me I had my lil stash of meds from when i hurt my back, back in 2011.

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[ncinirator]

I'm hoping your dooky-bag is temporary and I'm glad you got a little buddy to stick with you while your on the mend.


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[popo8]

I'm hoping your dooky-bag is temporary and I'm glad you got a little buddy to stick with you while your on the mend.


Sent from my Commodore64 excuse typos and brevity.Thats the plan. All my plumbing has been re designed and hooked back up. The shit bag is just to allow all the other "remodeling" to heal. Lol

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[Camaro96]

Unfortunately no one seems to want to or are able to help me with pain managment.

Fortunatley for me I had my lil stash of meds from when i hurt my back, back in 2011.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI'm glad to hear that. Just keep doing what you're doing and getting better buddy

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[popo8]

Well off 2 my 2nd follow up 2moro... this time with the actual surgeon.

Hoping to convince him to shorten the time till my next surgery so I can get back to normal... and not being a gymp!

If not, we are at 4 weeks this monday since my surgery amd the original plan was 2 months before surgery number 2... so it should be close to the halfway mark...

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[popo8]

Well I finally have a date for my next surgery.... 03/14/2018, assuming i dont continue to have the complications that I am currently having. If they continue, the 2nd surgery will be moved up sooner.

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[Camaro96]

Well I finally have a date for my next surgery.... 03/14/2018, assuming i dont continue to have the complications that I am currently having. If they continue, the 2nd surgery will be moved up sooner.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI glad to hear that the second surgery date has been set. Know you have the uncertainty of being looming over you and you can get the surgery's behind you and move on to finishing up beating Cancer and moving back to all the things you enjoy to do with out that hang in the balance.

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[popo8]

I glad to hear that the second surgery date has been set. Know you have the uncertainty of being looming over you and you can get the surgery's behind you and move on to finishing up beating Cancer and moving back to all the things you enjoy to do with out that hang in the balance.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThanku man... now the hard part is fighting these complications long enough to wait the full 34 days... if they start to best me, I will be readmitted back into the hospital so the hospital can manage 100% of me... and if not, we will rush the surgery... but that will leave a chance of premature failure since the things done in the first surgery may not have completely heal...

Ughhh.

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[Camaro96]

I can only imagine what you're going through and what it's like. Do the best you can prayers headed your way keep hanging in there.

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[popo8]

33 Days...

Sighhhh

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[popo8]

Update... having problems with one of my complications... losing some blood into the bag. Can manage as long as it does not get worse... however if it does, im back into the hospital...

This shit is beating me down, but I keep pushin.... ugh.

32 days...

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[Camaro96]

Update... having problems with one of my complications... losing some blood into the bag. Can manage as long as it does not get worse... however if it does, im back into the hospital...

This shit is beating me down, but I keep pushin.... ugh.

32 days...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI'm sorry to hear that you're having such a all you can do is hang in it all turn out good just keep hanging in there stay strong prayers headed your way.

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[SSlowBoat]

Update... having problems with one of my complications... losing some blood into the bag. Can manage as long as it does not get worse... however if it does, im back into the hospital...

This shit is beating me down, but I keep pushin.... ugh.

32 days...

Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkdamn man, that is really a shitty thing to have after all you've been thru. I'm praying this calms down

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[popo8]

...that is really a shitty thing...

Lol literally...

But seriously its killing me... literally and physically... lol.

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[popo8]

I'm sorry to hear that you're having such a all you can do is hang in it all turn out good just keep hanging in there stay strong prayers headed your way.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkBelieve me... Im trying... not 2 sound like a lil bitch... but its getting harder every day.

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[Camaro96]

Believe me... Im trying... not 2 sound like a lil bitch... but its getting harder every day.

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI understand that I just realized we're all here to give you a hundred percent support we want to see you beat this and resume Life is normal. So you reach out anytime you need to and then it will be here to support you.

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[popo8]

I understand that I just realized we're all here to give you a hundred percent support we want to see you beat this and resume Life is normal. So you reach out anytime you need to and then it will be here to support you.

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[popo8]

31 Days... ughhh

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[Camaro96]

31 Days... ughhh

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkHope things have improved but bye your post it's still a trying time to say the least. Stay strong brother Popo8

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[popo8]

Hope things have improved but bye your post it's still a trying time to say the least. Stay strong brother Popo8

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkThanku man... 30 days left... and Idk if I can swing it.

My damn temp stoma feels like fire 24/7, due to shit leaking behind it because of the horrible location it was placed in (lomg story, but the location was not by choice).

Its literally eating my flesh away from behind it... i just bleed...

AND THATS NOT THE WORST OF THE PAINS!

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[popo8]

29 Days... :(

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[shownomercy]

On the plus side, its not 29 days spent in an hospital.

[Camaro96]

Thanku man... 30 days left... and Idk if I can swing it.

My damn temp stoma feels like fire 24/7, due to shit leaking behind it because of the horrible location it was placed in (lomg story, but the location was not by choice).

Its literally eating my flesh away from behind it... i just bleed...

AND THATS NOT THE WORST OF THE PAINS!

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkYou're stoma shouldn't feel like it's on fire in my experience. I have spent quite a bit of time working with clients in my career with stoma care and changing them out. I have never had a patient complain of the stoma feel like it's on fire. Do you have an allergies are allergic reactions to the supplies they use or to the store bags themselves?

In my experience the area right around where the stoma was placed and the seal that goes around it to Silver bag over it the area inside that seal that is used for excretion of materials normally remains a little pinkish color to a light red. Have you spoken to your care team for your stoma and what do they say about the symptoms you're having?

Hang in there your being strong and Cinda B healing quite well from the updates that you have given from the doctors.

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[popo8]

You're stoma shouldn't feel like it's on fire in my experience. I have spent quite a bit of time working with clients in my career with stoma care and changing them out. I have never had a patient complain of the stoma feel like it's on fire. Do you have an allergies are allergic reactions to the supplies they use or to the store bags themselves?

In my experience the area right around where the stoma was placed and the seal that goes around it to Silver bag over it the area inside that seal that is used for excretion of materials normally remains a little pinkish color to a light red. Have you spoken to your care team for your stoma and what do they say about the symptoms you're having?

Hang in there your being strong and Cinda B healing quite well from the updates that you have given from the doctors.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkWell then u will understand this a lil more. Becsuse I am a loop illiostamy amd the bad positioning of my stoma, the dr and the stoma nurses have confirmed that I will never be able to make it so that it does not loose a little output behind the bag.

With that being said, u know what output sitting on skin will do to the skin. It basically eats it away. We have tried the powders amd crusting amd having the cisiting nurse come more often to change me out more often, but still... its progressivly getting worse. The "fire" feeling is from having the bag glued to an open wound and also gets worse as small amounts of output goes on the open wound...

The surgeon is very concerned and has me monitoring my temperature amd sending him pics of every time we change it. Since we cant get it to stop... the best we can do is monitor it and try to catxh it the moment it hets infected... at which time i must go directly to the hospital for them to address the infection and literally care for it for me... possible changing it daily... and if that stillnwont do it, we wont wait the full time (29 days as of today) till we do the reversal surgery..

Id post a pic, but prob will fuck with people who are more squeemish as a bare stoma surrounded by bleeding flesh is not an easy thing to look at.



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[popo8]

On the plus side, its not 29 days spent in an hospital.It may be soon though... feels like Im just struggling through stalling my return to be in there again.

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[Camaro96]

Well then u will understand this a lil more. Becsuse I am a loop illiostamy amd the bad positioning of my stoma, the dr and the stoma nurses have confirmed that I will never be able to make it so that it does not loose a little output behind the bag.

With that being said, u know what output sitting on skin will do to the skin. It basically eats it away. We have tried the powders amd crusting amd having the cisiting nurse come more often to change me out more often, but still... its progressivly getting worse. The "fire" feeling is from having the bag glued to an open wound and also gets worse as small amounts of output goes on the open wound...

The surgeon is very concerned and has me monitoring my temperature amd sending him pics of every time we change it. Since we cant get it to stop... the best we can do is monitor it and try to catxh it the moment it hets infected... at which time i must go directly to the hospital for them to address the infection and literally care for it for me... possible changing it daily... and if that stillnwont do it, we wont wait the full time (29 days as of today) till we do the reversal surgery..

Id post a pic, but prob will fuck with people who are more squeemish as a bare stoma surrounded by bleeding flesh is not an easy thing to look at.



Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI'm glad to hear that the surgeon and the nures are on top of the situation. Hang in there. I can imagine that it's a living hell for you right now. Your care team are doing there part and you are preparing yourself for an early surgery.

Hang in there you will get thru it


Your in my prayers.

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[popo8]

I'm glad to hear that the surgeon and the nures are on top of the situation. Hang in there. I can imagine that it's a living hell for you right now. Your care team are doing there part and you are preparing yourself for an early surgery.

Hang in there you will get thru it


Your in my prayers.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkI wish i could just complain a lil nore and have round 2 done sooner... but it does come with an issue as well. That issue being that my insides should have the full 2 months to heal before round 2...

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[Camaro96]

I wish i could just complain a lil nore and have round 2 done sooner... but it does come with an issue as well. That issue being that my insides should have the full 2 months to heal before round 2...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkI completely understand it would be the same for me. It takes time for the body to heal. Brother let me know if there anything I can do.

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[popo8]

I completely understand it would be the same for me. It takes time for the body to heal. Brother let me know if there anything I can do.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkJust appreciate u guys letting me vent... it helps when Im sitting here all day home alone with the dog.

Believe me I talk to him alot, but most of the time he cant really tell me anything helpful. Lol.

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[fullforce]

Can't imagine what must run throughout your mind all day. I pray your pain gets better and please if your wife is there by your side when you need her let her know how much you appreciate it. Things like this stress them out just as much if not more than us.

[popo8]

Can't imagine what must run throughout your mind all day. I pray your pain gets better and please if your wife is there by your side when you need her let her know how much you appreciate it. Things like this stress them out just as much if not more than us.I do my best to tell her as much as possible. Especially because I kmow Im getting more and more misreable and not always the nicest person...

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[popo8]

28 Days left till reversal...

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[popo8]

Well... no bueno.

My nurse came by today and struggled chsnging my bag... we tried all different configurations amd nothing worked.

The small leak thats been happening change after change has become eben more difficult to avoid as my stoma seems to have rotated itself pushing output directly into the skin... and that acid has been eating my skin.

Well after struggling she placed a call to my surgeons pa amd i was advised thst I need to return to Hershey to be readmitted... however there are no rooms available so i would need to enter through the ER.

I pack my bag... get dressed amd the wife and i make the 1hr drive. We arrive ans there are notes with my file saying thay I need stoma specialists to assist with attempting to make some type of gear to work, and if they are unsuccessful, i would have my reversal surgery done next week, nearly 20 days early.

So 2 hrs in the waiting room with flu infested grossness, and keep in mind my immune system is weak, so we will see if I pay for that... Finally I get a room in the ER... HOWEVER THE STOMA SPECIALISTS all went home at this point.

Meanwhile my stoma skin surround is on fire... back amd forth back and forth there is no one that cam help down here.... but good news is once i get my room on the 5th floor where they specialize in taking care of people with ostomies...

NOT MY FUCKIM LUCK... i get informed that I wont be able to get a room tonight. I tell my nurse we need to do something becsuse im dying on fire... she tells me shes got 3 new patients and she is "slammed."

An hour later her and a guy that lools like hector from the fast and furious comes into the room a d give me some bags and other stuff that they have no idea what they are. After I explain that i cant do this on my own and the gear they brought me is NOT right for me, I have to show them pictures to explain the issue.

Mrs Popo had just left byt offered to get my emergency kit to change me herself... i refused although zi love her to death but I csme to the hospital for them to take care of me. not for her to do what ahe could do for me in our own home...

So here I am... ill spend the night till 8am when the stoma specialists come in and hope the acid does not force the bag to disconnect and leak on me.

So much pain... disheartened and frustrated...

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[fullforce]

Man....... not much to say at this point, still praying for you.

[Camaro96]

Man praying for you hope they have been able to have the stoma Specialists have been able to help this morning.

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[popo8]

Man praying for you hope they have been able to have the stoma Specialists have been able to help this morning.

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkFinally saw the specialist... she tried something to make it seal and work right... less than an hour later it let go, causing a leak thay was not pretty to say the least and cause all kinds of shit to soak the open wound.... ughhh.

Sooooo

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[popo8]

It looks like the plan has changed. We will no longer be waiting till march 14th to do the reversal...

This monday, doctors from my surgeons team will do the dye enima where they will shoot dye up my arse and xray me to make sure all the seams are sealed.... as long as everything is good..

We will do the reversal surgery this week, as my surgeon will return to work on weds.....

Im being told the only real issue is it can not ve done laproscopically so they will have to open me up from above my junk thru my belly button...

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[LPE406]

I sincerely hope you have been able to receive the assistance you need by now. I must say I don't understand why they couldn't have either called back in one of the specialists or had one of the personnel come down from the 5th floor to provide some assistance. I truly understand your frustration, and will continue to keep you in my prayers.

[Camaro96]

Finally saw the specialist... she tried something to make it seal and work right... less than an hour later it let go, causing a leak thay was not pretty to say the least and cause all kinds of shit to soak the open wound.... ughhh.

Sooooo

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkHang in there Brother hope the can get something figured out so you can make the 20+ days till reversal

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[popo8]

Hang in there Brother hope the can get something figured out so you can make the 20+ days till reversal

Sent from my Moto Z (2) using TapatalkLooks like its gonna be 5 or 6 days till reversal now

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[Camaro96]

It looks like the plan has changed. We will no longer be waiting till march 14th to do the reversal...

This monday, doctors from my surgeons team will do the dye enima where they will shoot dye up my arse and xray me to make sure all the seams are sealed.... as long as everything is good..

We will do the reversal surgery this week, as my surgeon will return to work on weds.....

Im being told the only real issue is it can not ve done laproscopically so they will have to open me up from above my junk thru my belly button...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkThat's good news I hope everything is healed all the seams and so on so forth. So they can do the reversal and you can go on about healing and getting over the hump and the turn the life is normal in the near future.

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[ncinirator]

I'm wondering if you should call one of those 'if you have a phone, you have a lawyer' numbers on the tv... That's allot of sh!t to go through... So you can sh!t..(see what i did there)


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[SSlowBoat]

It looks like the plan has changed. We will no longer be waiting till march 14th to do the reversal...

This monday, doctors from my surgeons team will do the dye enima where they will shoot dye up my arse and xray me to make sure all the seams are sealed.... as long as everything is good..

We will do the reversal surgery this week, as my surgeon will return to work on weds.....

Im being told the only real issue is it can not ve done laproscopically so they will have to open me up from above my junk thru my belly button...

Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalkmy grandmother said keep weight off after, or you'll have 2 asses, one in front one in back. she has the same cut as that from when they took hers out in September. hang in there brother.

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[popo8]

my grandmother said keep weight off after, or you'll have 2 asses, one in front one in back. she has the same cut as that from when they took hers out in September. hang in there brother.

Sent from my SM-N950U using TapatalkLol... i like to think when im healthy I stay in decent shape... but tell her thanku.

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[fullforce]

Yes I was thinking the same thing, there has to be someone else that can get you in NOW. Sounds like an emergency to me go to the next town???

[popo8]

I cant... have to stay with my same surgeon since its a multi surgery process... and that means stsying in what is the top GI & Cancer hospital in the area.

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[popo8]

Well, it looks like my surgery will tentatively scheduled for this weds. Have some tests 2moro to determine if it will be possible to do surgery this early, but as long as I clear tests, Ill get a confirmation and time for weds...

Here goes...

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[Camaro96]

Well, it looks like my surgery will tentatively scheduled for this weds. Have some tests 2moro to determine if it will be possible to do surgery this early, but as long as I clear tests, Ill get a confirmation and time for weds...

Here goes...

Sent from my SM-G955U using TapatalkThat's good to hear. This road has been a rough one for. Fingers crossed that you clear all the tests so the reversal can be done. So you can be on the road to recovery and e back to life as you have known it.

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