Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Quick Medical Update

Chad had a few appointments at the VA today. His legs have been fitted for the fancy compression socks. He had the ultra sound and a follow-up appointment with the doctor and all looks okay there. No 'reflux' which is what the concern was. So no urgent need for any procedures where that is concerned. They've given him topical cream in combination with the socks and will keep an eye on it.

Aside from that, we got the results back from the endoscopy. Mixed feelings. First and foremost - relief. The biopsies came back clear. Results = just stomach irritation.

This is good because well, there's no cancer or anything seriously bad happening in there.

This is so-so because we were hopeful there would be some treatment and his pain would get better. So we're back to square one. There is one other test the doctor wants to run but we've basically concluded this is just going to be something he has to live with and will be a life-long complication from surgery. I feel bad for him because he just has to learn 'deal with it' ... but I also feel thankful that this is 'all' he has to deal with. I know, easier for me to say than him ... but it sure as heck beats some of the alternatives.

So, in conclusion. I consider it a good day. :)

Thank you for your continued support and prayers.
Onward and Upward
Shan & Chad <3

5 comments:

  1. Yes it is good :) Here's to moving onward and upward towards pain-free days!

    Hugs Nancy

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  2. That's good hon all ways worry about our loved one

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  3. I was just checking in for some updates since I have been out of the loop for a bit, and I am glad to see things aren't worse than than they could be, but yeah, it also SUCKS that he is still suffering. Wishing him lots of healing. - Erin (chenili from SingSnap)

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  4. I was just checking in for some updates since I have been out of the loop for a bit, and I am glad to see things aren't worse than than they could be, but yeah, it also SUCKS that he is still suffering. Wishing him lots of healing. - Erin (chenili from SingSnap)

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