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Post by OldCoyote on Mar 30, 2017 6:40:51 GMT -5
A tumor on the Para thyroid, Losing to much calcium, the best part this may improve my kidney function!
I will let you know.
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Post by OldCoyote on Mar 30, 2017 6:42:07 GMT -5
What,, what do you mean I can't use my phone during surgery?  |
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Post by Shooby on Mar 30, 2017 6:54:33 GMT -5
Healing thoughts! A lady at work just had this done like 2 weeks ago and is doing very well.  |
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Post by Opti on Mar 30, 2017 6:57:03 GMT -5
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Post by alabamagal on Mar 30, 2017 7:05:22 GMT -5
Good luck and speedy recovery!
I had part of thyroid removed 4 weeks ago parathyroid left intact. Home same day, recovery was pretty quick. But frustrated that my voice is only halfway back. I had surgery on a Friday and was back to work Monday. But still hard to talk on the phone and talk in mettings, which are big parts of my job.
I foresee a lot of posts from OC in the near future.
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Post by Value Buy on Mar 30, 2017 7:05:43 GMT -5
Hurry back! Good luck, and take a couple of photos for us with the cellphone! I'm sure the surgeon has no problem doing that |
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Post by busymom on Mar 30, 2017 7:24:06 GMT -5
Best wishes! Rest up & do some quick healing, too. (It's a great excuse to play on your computer, too.) |
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Post by Jaguar on Mar 30, 2017 8:26:33 GMT -5
Good Luck on your surgery, heal quickly. Put the phone down, you don't need that.
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Post by ken a.k.a OMK on Mar 30, 2017 10:39:34 GMT -5
Best wishes and success OC.
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Post by dee27 on Mar 30, 2017 10:43:30 GMT -5
Good luck!
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Post by mmhmm on Mar 30, 2017 12:50:43 GMT -5
Thinking of you, OC. I hope all goes well and your recovery is without incident. Improvement in renal function would be a real bonus for you! I'll be looking forward to hearing from you as soon as you're able.  |
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Post by sesfw on Mar 30, 2017 13:02:54 GMT -5
OC ...... don't give the nurses too much grief ........ I understand they can make your stay in hospital as comfortable as possible if you are nice to them.
Take it easy and rest a bit ..........
Thinking of you and your good health
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Post by Virgil Showlion on Mar 30, 2017 19:09:52 GMT -5
A tumor on the Para thyroid   Be sure to update your will. You... you never know. *ahem* Good luck with your surgery! Piece of cake!    |
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Post by Happy prose on Mar 30, 2017 19:47:31 GMT -5
Best of luck, and speedy and complete recovery!
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Post by mmhmm on Mar 30, 2017 19:50:10 GMT -5
For the record, removal of a parathyroid tumor usually takes about 15 minutes. For a medical procedure/surgery it really is a walk in the park.
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Post by Virgil Showlion on Mar 30, 2017 20:48:33 GMT -5
For the record, removal of a parathyroid tumor usually takes about 15 minutes. For a medical procedure/surgery it really is a walk in the park. Oh sweet jaws of death! The nurse is putting on a smile and giving us the "walk in the park" speech!  It's over. Poor coyote's a dead man.  R.I.P. oldcoyote, 12/30/1946 - 3/30/2017 |
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Post by mmhmm on Mar 30, 2017 21:04:59 GMT -5
For the record, removal of a parathyroid tumor usually takes about 15 minutes. For a medical procedure/surgery it really is a walk in the park. Oh sweet jaws of death! The nurse is putting on a smile and giving us the "walk in the park" speech! It's over. Poor coyote's a dead man. R.I.P. oldcoyote, 12/30/1946 - 3/30/2017 LOL! You obviously don't know this nurse. If you're circling the drain, sugar foot, I'll let ya know. OC's doin' just fine. I'll take bets on it.  |
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Post by Jaguar on Mar 30, 2017 21:07:34 GMT -5
Hello OldCoyote, how did it all go for you today ? |
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Post by OldCoyote on Mar 30, 2017 21:10:03 GMT -5
For the record, removal of a parathyroid tumor usually takes about 15 minutes. For a medical procedure/surgery it really is a walk in the park. I think they were only removing part of it, Something about monitoring calcium levels during surgery. That's what the Endocrinologist said anyway, My concern is that the person doing the ultrasound spent a lot ot time on the lower right side of my throat. The surgery was on the left lowerside  |
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Post by busymom on Mar 30, 2017 21:19:43 GMT -5
I wouldn't panic. A good surgeon usually checks out the whole surgical area to make sure nothing else is going on. If they didn't mention seeing anything else, you're probably good to go. Glad you came through in flying colors! |
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Post by mmhmm on Mar 30, 2017 22:06:02 GMT -5
For the record, removal of a parathyroid tumor usually takes about 15 minutes. For a medical procedure/surgery it really is a walk in the park. I think they were only removing part of it, Something about monitoring calcium levels during surgery. That's what the Endocrinologist said anyway, My concern is that the person doing the ultrasound spent a lot ot time on the lower right side of my throat. The surgery was on the left lowerside
I'd think they removed the entire tumor and, perhaps, some of the parathyroid itself. Monitoring the calcium level is always important when surgery is performed in this area. Doesn't sound like anything to be worried about at this point. Your doctor will be able to clear up any concerns you might have. Don't hesitate to ask questions! |
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Post by OldCoyote on Mar 30, 2017 22:24:31 GMT -5
I think they were only removing part of it, Something about monitoring calcium levels during surgery. That's what the Endocrinologist said anyway, My concern is that the person doing the ultrasound spent a lot ot time on the lower right side of my throat. The surgery was on the left lowerside
I'd think they removed the entire tumor and, perhaps, some of the parathyroid itself. Monitoring the calcium level is always important when surgery is performed in this area. Doesn't sound like anything to be worried about at this point. Your doctor will be able to clear up any concerns you might have. Don't hesitate to ask questions! Seem him for 10 seconds before the surgery, None afterwards. |
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Post by mmhmm on Mar 31, 2017 11:08:17 GMT -5
Probably just making sure there aren't any other problem areas, OC. As long as they're there they want to be as thorough as possible.
I'd think they removed the entire tumor and, perhaps, some of the parathyroid itself. Monitoring the calcium level is always important when surgery is performed in this area. Doesn't sound like anything to be worried about at this point. Your doctor will be able to clear up any concerns you might have. Don't hesitate to ask questions! Seem him for 10 seconds before the surgery, None afterwards. That's often the way it is. Don't hesitate to call his office and make an appointment to discuss your condition with him. You have every right to fully understand your condition, what's been done, and the full results of what's been done. He has the obligation to make these things clear to you. |
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Post by engineerdoe on Mar 31, 2017 11:17:46 GMT -5
Take it easy. Even with a short surgery you still have some stitches (whether they used superglue, thread or staples I don't know) that you don't want to open up. I think the rule of thumb is don't lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk and don't lift a gallon of milk.
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Post by resolution on Mar 31, 2017 12:58:47 GMT -5
I hope things went well and that you have an easy recovery.
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Mar 31, 2017 16:13:06 GMT -5
Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
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Post by OldCoyote on Apr 1, 2017 7:28:59 GMT -5
Take it easy. Even with a short surgery you still have some stitches (whether they used superglue, thread or staples I don't know) that you don't want to open up. I think the rule of thumb is don't lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk and don't lift a gallon of milk. Take it easy, hmmm, maybe i didn't quite do that. My Fitbit says, 15,402 steps, 10 floors, 7.06 miles 4117 cals., 245 Active min. My heart beat was in the exercise zone for 17hr 5min. All that time doing something heavy. Today I'm going to work hard! Yea, I know o.c. is an idiot, |
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Post by OldCoyote on Apr 1, 2017 7:31:34 GMT -5
Good luck and speedy recovery! I had part of thyroid removed 4 weeks ago parathyroid left intact. Home same day, recovery was pretty quick. But frustrated that my voice is only halfway back. I had surgery on a Friday and was back to work Monday. But still hard to talk on the phone and talk in mettings, which are big parts of my job. I foresee a lot of posts from OC in the near future. No pain, a little trouble swallowing. Glad to see you are doing well. |
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Post by OldCoyote on Apr 1, 2017 7:42:39 GMT -5
Seem him for 10 seconds before the surgery, None afterwards. That's often the way it is. Don't hesitate to call his office and make an appointment to discuss your condition with him. You have every right to fully understand your condition, what's been done, and the full results of what's been done. He has the obligation to make these things clear to you. Here one way to get even for Old Coyotes telling OFF COLOR nurse joke in Pre-Op. Urinary Cauterization,,, It must have not worked well, first thing after I woke up I needed a bottle, When I started the flow, it felt like someone had used a red hot rod on me, I am still a little sore there this morning!! No, I didn't tell any nurse jokes. |
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Post by mmhmm on Apr 1, 2017 10:51:52 GMT -5
That's often the way it is. Don't hesitate to call his office and make an appointment to discuss your condition with him. You have every right to fully understand your condition, what's been done, and the full results of what's been done. He has the obligation to make these things clear to you. Here one way to get even for Old Coyotes telling OFF COLOR nurse joke in Pre-Op. Urinary Cauterization,,, It must have not worked well, first thing after I woke up I needed a bottle, When I started the flow, it felt like someone had used a red hot rod on me, I am still a little sore there this morning!! No, I didn't tell any nurse jokes. LOL! Never worry about telling nurse jokes. We've heard 'em all!  Not unusual to have some discomfort after urinary catheterization. It usually disappears pretty quickly. Thing is, we can't have you lying in a puddle of pee during surgery! It's a shock risk! Hope you're feeling better now and back to your ornery self! |
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