ANA Discussion Forum
Post-Treatment => Facial Issues => Topic started by: Gloria Nailor on December 30, 2013, 08:20:58 am
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I had my birthday last week and was able to blow out my birthday candles ! I had to pinch together the outside of my lips on the effected side, but I did it. I am 2.5 years post op and was unable to blow them out for the past two years. It seems silly, but this was a huge accomplishment for me ! I remember crying for the past two birthdays because I could not perform such a simple task. I still remember how hard it was to see my speech therapsit for the first time after surgery, it just made me realize how much of my facial muscles I had lost. But I have regained some use slowly over time, so hang in there if you just had surgery and are dealing with adjusting to a paralyzed face. Happy 2014 to all of you : )
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Great news, and happy belated birthday! I hope things continue to improve for you in the new year.
Scott
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so happy to hear !!!! it gives us all hope that even after 2 yrs out we can still see improvements. thank you for posting this really is a big deal so celebrate!!! maybe next year you can do hands free I am rooting for you
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Thanks, guys ----- people who haven't been through this don't understand how huge a deal it is ! I will keep practicing and hopefully next year I will blow them out hands- free : )
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Congratulations! What an accomplishment!
Happy birthday, and have a joyous year ahead.
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Congrats! It IS a big deal,, something only a few of us understand ,,,
I too am in the same situation , surgery about 4mos. After you and still seeing improvement ,, very exciting since Drs said not to expect much after about 18 mo. He was well pleased at 2 yr annual visit,,
Keep up the good work!! We are all pulling for you as it gives us all hope too!! Happy New Year,, looks
like it's going to be a good one!! :D. Jane
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Happy birthday!!! We are celebrating with you!