Nancy's Spa Day - Lipo and a Face Lift

[NancyMc]

Nancy says her throat feels ok now. She's eating stuff now, especially the nice fruit they have here. She agrees that grapes are very good.

Thanks, all, I'm shutting down for the night.

[moe]

CONGRATULATIONS NANCY  on a successful surgery. I knew you would rock it!
Maureen

[stoneaxe]

Great to hear things are going well. Nice that she has a room with a view. I used to play softball in a league at that park....worked right around the corner from MGH. If you folks like Thai food...when Nancy is released from the hospital there is a little place on Cambridge St in the little plaza across from the firestation called Siam Cafe...great Pad Thai and Green Curry....or a trip to the north end is always good for some feel good food....

[TaraT]

Nancy,

I am glad to hear that you are doing so well.  Prayers sent for a continued quick recovery.  Tara

[NancyMc]

Good morning all,

Today Nancy is better in some respects, worse in others. The Drs. looked her over this morning and gave her a House-Brackman scale rating of 3 because she was showing some facial effects, definitely much more visible than the last two days. Her smile is a bit off, and she says she can only close the affected-side eye if she closes both eyes. She gets double vision looking towards the non-AN side. They expect that stuff to be temporary, especially since she did so well right after surgery. They changed her bandage this morning, much higher on her face, so much less uncomfortable. She's more energetic and rested today, did some walking with me, and the nurse says she may get discharged tomorrow because she's doing so well. I'm going to see if I can get this laptop over where she can easily look at it this morning so she can read all your kind words. She's a bit worried she won't be able to focus well enough to read it, but we'll see.

Dave

[cin605]

Thanks for the Updates...wishing her an awsum recovery..its a beautiful day her in N.H.....even more so that shes done w/ the hard part.
cin

[sgerrard]

Hi Dave,

Thanks for the new update. I would expect the double vision to wear off in a few days, it usually does. The temporary facial effects can take a while, as I am sure Nancy knows. It is important to be sure the affected eye is cared for with eye drops if there is any chance it is drying out. I'm glad to hear she is feeling better and walking around more; getting discharged tomorrow would be great news. Overall a "no surprises" result, which is what we like to hear.

Take care, and give our best to Nancy.

Steve

[EJTampa]

Hi Dave (and Nancy if you are reading this),
 
I didn't have facial weakness until one night at home, I was washing my hands, looked in the mirror, and my AN side looked "drooped".  I smiled, and first the non-AN side went up, then the AN side responded late.  I was freaked out, but also tired, so I went back to bed.  The next morning, it was all but gone, and by the end of the day, gone for good.
 
The length of time to recover will depend, of course, on how much the nerve was agitated.  I'll bet in your (her) case it won't last too long, and you'll be your (she'll be her) smiling self in no time.
 
That's great news about being released tomorrow.  I'm not sure if you're the Easter celebrating type, but if so, it will be good to be home where Dave can cook a nice Easter Dinner with all the fixins! 
 
Ernie

[Jim Scott]

Dave: 

Thanks again for the comprehensive update.  You've done a good job of keeping us informed and it's appreciated.

Nancy ~

I trust any deficits you're experiencing will be temporary.  They often are, especially when the nerves are intact.  Don't push yourself too hard but just 'listen to your body', which is probably telling you it's almost time to be discharged. 

Jim

[SML]

Dave and Nancy,

Glad to hear you may be going home soon! There's no place like home!

Remember, slow and easy wins the race. Both of you... get your rest!

Scarlett & Richie

[lauralynn]

Hello Dave and Nancy,

Dave, thanks so much for keeping us up to date on Nancy's progress.  Nancy, you hang in there sweetie.  You are doing great!  I hope they will discharge you tomorrow....nothing like the comforts of home!  Talk to you soon.

Love Always,
Laura (Your AN Buddy)

[Keri]

Hi Dave and Nancy,
I'm glad you're getting to go home soon. It's encouraging to hear about your recovery. I hope the double vision / facial issues get better soon. Hope your eye's alright. I have some trouble with that - I can emphathize. I hope your able to continue to get the right balance of rest and walking around a bit (but do rest a lot!)

Keri

[Rich56]

Hi Nancy and Dave,

Nancy,

Scarlett's been keeping me up to speed on your progress, since I've gone back to work (12 hour shifts) this week.

I'm so glad the surgery is behind you, and you can focus on your recovery.  The wondering is over! Yeah   You've come out the other side, let the healing begin.  I hope you take the advise of the others, and listen to your body.  Please...don't push it!

Dave,

I know the relief you feel....she's okay   Now, your the caregiver, it's important, especially in the beginning, not to fall behind on the meds., drink plenty of liquids, and eat fruits.  I got up with Scarlett every 4 hours, some times it was every two hours, and kept a log of when she took her meds.  The percoset was every 4 hours, and the decadron and valium every 6.  We kept the decadron and the valium at 12 and 6, which put the percocet at 2, 6, and 10.  After a number of days, Scarlett tried to cut back on the meds and paid for it, though at some point you have to.  Remember, plenty of liquids, and fruit!!

You've been so great with the updates, thank you.

Scarlett and I wish you both the best, and a speedy/comfortable recovery    

[lori67]

And chocolate! 

Lori

[lauralynn]

I agree with Lori!