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tiredtummy 
11:29pm, November 4, 2009
Haven't been on much- been super busy trying to keep up with my little guy, work and home- while hubby is away.- His deployment ends in a few months- then we'll have the lovely job of trying to get used to him being home- and he- getting used to being a civillian, dad and husband again... ahhh transition.
Had my colonoscopy Tues. (boy the prep was worse than I remembered) the results were better than I expected- yeah! My disease is active again- but appears to only be in one place- right where my surgery was... typical. But- I'm not deeply ulcerated. The Dr. thinks the Sulfazaline will cut it- I'm hoping the naseau it's causing will improve... I get the official biopsy results in a few weeks.
I lost my beautiful Bella Puppy a few weeks ago- am heart broken- I still hear her whining to come in, and feel like I need to hury home to let her in....
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So the last surgery was worth 100 times what-ever my insurance paid... I can't believe that something so miserable could be fixed so fast.
I had my f/u with the surgeon this week- he said the fissures's still there, but that it is healing- and that I should be done with him. He also said he saw no evidence of CD down there, that this occured because of the severe diarhea I was having- that I (and I quote) "just simply tore myself a new one".
Saw my GI- he's pleased with how things have improved with the Questran (so am I!) and feels that I have no active disease at this time. YEAAAAAAA! Still on more medications than I'd like- but if it keeps me in remission- well, I guess it's not so bad.
I still have 2-3 bm's a day- but they are formed, and my energy level is even starting to come back.
I see my Endocrinologist to re-evaluate my vit D and B12, since the oral route isn't cutting it- and then hopefully I will have a loooong vaca from Dr's!
Gotta run, my little man and I are going to DC to check out hte Cherry Blossoms and the Japanese Street Fair.
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YAY, YAY, Yay!!!! WhooHoo!! Such good news! How wonderful to hear that things are progressing so well! Who cares about the meds, you are getting results! I am just so happy to hear your news! Oh, the cherry blossoms must be glorious, enjoy! Hug the little man for me, Big Hugs for you! Judy P.S. I have a lovely old crab apple tree out back and it is a "sea" of pink when it blossoms, just gorgeous! I will miss it.
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Well this is good news! I'm so glad to hear that surgery is a thing of the past. Meds suck but like you said if it means remission then it's a good thing.
I see my endocrinologist this month, I have a nice list of labwork and tess to have done before I see her but then I should be on doc vaca also!
Enjoy the cherry blossoms, I've never been and really need to do it!
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so great to hear you are doing well! cherry blossoms sound lovely! it's a beautiful day here in california, i've been feeling better too so think i will go to the park for a jog. take care and i hope you continue to feel well!
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great!! a sucess story. i am happy for you
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You did happen to mention CD, I hope he did a biopsy whether he "thought" he saw it or not. Not to cast any shadows on your success, but if your body does have a problem with gluten, medication can camoflauge any difficulties. CD is not the only cause of problems from gluten/wheat, it could also be intolerance, which is different. If that's the case, you'll continue to be affected by it, which can lead to having an autoimmune disorder of any type your body is predisposed to. Medication won't stop that.
Wow! I'm amazed at how much better my butt feels already! The surgery truly was a piece of cake- took about 30 min. . I woke up in no pain. My surgeon is such a sweetheart- he, the nurse and anesthesiologist were all so upbeat and reassuring. I wish that this had been done weeks ago.... I'm amazed first by how much a fissure hurts- and evenmore amazed that going in and cutting it out- and cuttting the sphincter muscle can actually make it feel SOOOOO much better. I had a bm this morning- and while it wasn't pain free, it was more comfortable than what I had been suffering through. Today I have a little of that post-anesthesia hang-over... but it's minor. They used propofol- no naseau and you wake up very quick.
I've always wanted to ask my surgeon (he's a colon and rectal specialist) why he chose his proffession- I guess the post anesthesia glow gave me the courage...I prefaced that question with, I know you must get asked this alot... and his answer was, "I do my best work by moonlight" and "I like to look up old friends".
Teh ride home was the only part that was uncomfortable... and that had alot to do with the dressing-the packing (ugg-it's right where you are imagining) and the fact that the ride was over an hour...
Glad it's done- hope this time I'm truly on my way to recovery.
Hugs,
Kelly
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Well, I'm pleased to hear that things went so well! I'm also hoping that was it fir surgery and you are now on your way to a full recovery!
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wow! so glad you are feeling better already! :)
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YAY!! I am so happy to hear that this feels so much better already. This Dr knows what he is doing all right! God Bless him,...and you! Love, Judy
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I am so glad it is all done.. now to feel better and put this behind you!!!
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good luck with the adjustment, that's great that he will be home soon! yay! my sister just got back from 4 months deployed with the air force, it wasn't too long, but i still think it took her some adjustment time.
sorry about your doggy, that's so hard! at least you are feeling a little better and that your disease isn't too bad...that is good news! hang in there!!!
laurabyrdy
did your constipation carry on even after your op mine as its a real pain lol . My hubby is also away at the moment so i am so with you on that one due for colonoscopy on wed to see if crohns is active again hope not so soon after my op , Hope things get better for you hun x
tracet160
Oh Hon, good news and bad news! I am hoping the best for your flareup--praying it will respond to the medication. I have to have a scoping for the Barrett's in the spring,--rather uneasy about that as well. I am so sorry about the puppy!
I have been through that, losing our beloved Mandy a little more than a year ago. She was my constant companion and comfort after Jamie died--a true part of our family. I know it is early to consider it, but perhaps after hubby is home and things return to normal for you, another dog might be welcome? Especially for the little guy?? I didn't want one, but my pic says it all! My Toby is my "little man" and is one of the most loving dogs I have ever had! Looooves everyone, adults, and kids, alike,...we always say "he wants one of his own!" Lol--You take care, Hon, and please keep in touch! Love & Hugs, Judy
JudyWI
Sounds like you got a nice mix of ups and downs! Transition; isn't that what it all comes down to?
Akie