Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

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butterfly113
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Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by butterfly113 » Wed Apr 08, 2009 8:40 am

I will be taking some time off from the board, blogging, and the computer in general. We have completed testing, as I ended up needing to start it a few days earlier.
I have been experiencing some shoulder pain for longer than I am willing to admit. The pain has now ended up radiating down my left arm, with tingling, numbness and burning sensations. Each day the pain has progressively worsened. I went to my doctor and some xrays were taken. I have moderate cervical disc narrowing, with degenerative disc disease. I was sent home with an anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxer and pain medications. When those didn't help after three days, I knew there was more to it. My doctor actually called to check on me, and then set up an MRI and neuro-surgical consult.
I met with the neuro-surgeon yesterday. I definitely have degenerative disc disease, and he was surprised at the progression for my age. As I result, I also have two ruptured cervial discs. Surgery is scheduled for Monday. The damaged ruptured discs will be removed. He will do a bone graft and fuse three cervical vertebrae, and then attach a titanium plate to hold them together. I will hopefully come home on Tuesday. Immediate recovery time is approximately three weeks, where I will have to wear a cervical collar during that time. I should have a full recovery in 6-12 months, with minimal changes in mobility. He said most patients do not even notice the difference after 6 months to a year. I will just be thankful for the pain to go away.
I am thankful for God's timing. We are close to the end of our school year, and our testing is completed. After my recovery we will be able to get our feet wet with our new Spelling and Math curriculum and finish up our English. Then we can relax and enjoy some good living history books and fun projects as I had planned. God's timing is so good. I will also be able to celebrate Easter with my family before the surgery on Monday. He is risen! Amen!
I appreciate all of your prayers and support through this. I look forward to writing again in the future. I wish all of you a wonderful and blessed Easter.
Butterfly
Married to Grasshopper for 21 wonderful years.
DS14 Caterpillar - full of life!
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gracelikerain
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by gracelikerain » Wed Apr 08, 2009 9:49 am

Butterfly,
You & your family will be in our prayers. May God's grace & peace fill you during this time.


Blessings,
Georgette~
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by Jessi » Wed Apr 08, 2009 12:07 pm

butterfly- I shall be praying for you. So good to finally know what exactly was causing the pain and that there is something they can do for it. Just relax and go easy.
Jessi
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by netpea » Wed Apr 08, 2009 1:07 pm

I'll pray for you too. My husband had a C3/4/5 fusion in 1983 and he is basically normal, he just can't twist his neck as far as before. God's blessings on your surgery.
Lee Ann
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by Carrie » Wed Apr 08, 2009 4:10 pm

Butterfly,

I am so sorry you're in pain! I'm glad that there is an answer that will help you in the long-term. I'm praying for your surgery to go well right now. You have a tremendous attitude! :D

May the Lord watch over you as you heal and surround you with His loving arms!

Blessings,
Carrie

dale1088
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by dale1088 » Wed Apr 08, 2009 4:20 pm

I'll be praying for you too! Take excellent care of yourself - those little need a healthy momma!
~Amy
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happy@home
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by happy@home » Wed Apr 08, 2009 5:59 pm

I'll be praying for you too!
Happy@home
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butterfly113
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by butterfly113 » Thu Apr 09, 2009 6:52 am

Thank you ladies for your prayers. I am ready for it to be done and over. The pain has been well, a 'pain' to deal with. It is amazing how many LITTLE things we do that affect our arms, upper body and neck/shoulders area. It is affecting my left side, and of course I am left handed! :mrgreen: :roll: I am learning to do alot right handed and one handed as well. Yet I am also learning I need to just let go of somethings... like my house, it is not how I like it... but God is in control. My hubby said he would help me tidy up this weekend. He has been a big help to me, and my mom is about 45 minutes away... so I'm sure will come this weekend too. Again, I thank you for your prayers, and will update as I am able!
Butterfly
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Re: Prayer Request and Taking Some Time...

Post by spidermansmum » Fri Apr 10, 2009 10:27 am

Praying for you and your family
- Delighted to have used LHTH,LHFHG and Beyond, Bigger , Preparing and DITHOR
currently Using
LHTH slowly with my 2 year old
Starting Bigger with my 8 y/o About to add on DITHOR
Finishing Preparing with my 12year with ASD/LD

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