Hello fellow AN's. I wrote a few weeks ago and since then I have spent many hours reading. I truly appreciate all of your info, advice, and prayers, anmd courage. Thank you.
Had MRI in July because of headaches and other "weird symptoms."
Did not hear from general physician, (one I have never seen.)
4 days later went to ER and he informed me I had Allergy reaction, virus, and a brain tumor. OH....
Went to ENT = hearing loss is minimal, no response and decay in right ear. Slightly off balance and ringing in ears.
Clinic called 2 weeks later and told me I had Lyme disease, never mentioned AN. HMMM...
Saw Neuorologist at U of MN, confirmed my AN and discussed options.
Submitted medical info to Mayo Clinic, MN, but was informed they do not accept everyone.
Went back to U of MN and set up surgery date in Nov 13th, Translab.
Went to Dr. Link, Mayo Clinic, Oct. 17th. I had the best exam and I truly felt 100% confident that this is the best place to be! Had a few red flags at U of M.
Date set Nov.21st retrosigmoid, Mayo, MN since hearing is still good. Surprised that translab was considered before!
I posted on this sight after the visit and I was excited to get the lump out.
2 weeks ago Dr. Link wrote to me and informed me that I had a small tumor 3 years ago form MRI taken. I guess someone missed it.....
5 days till surgery I am getting more emotional and scared. I know things will be fine but you know how I feel... I am trying to get all x-mas shopping done that is crazy, but I will suceed,ho ho ho...I am anxiously waiting for next year.
I have many prayers and that will help, I have many blessing and this is one obsticle to overcome and then move on!
My daughter, 10, is putting it all together and asking alot of questions and I am trying to explain without to much complication and worry. My son, 8, hasn't asked to many questions. My husband has been great.
To newbees, research and ask questions and of course read this forum, it has been awesome. I will probably write before surgery on Fri. My hardest decision is what to do with my hair! Take care, Bell