Chad's surgery was over two months ago now. He has been back to work a little over a week and things are going well. Unfortunately the surgery didn't eliminate the tingling and loss of sensation/all the pain but it did help alleviate some of the discomfort and hopefully prevents further deterioration.
Chad is having some other issues, most likely related to his original big surgery and digestion. He originally had an appointment for follow up in July but due to the severity of what he is enduring currently, they managed to get him in yesterday morning. He has some medication and if things get worse or don't improve by Wednesday of next week, he will go back in and see them.
*Knock on wood*
We send our love and thanks to everyone and hope you're all staying safe, happy and healthy!
This is the story of Chad's fight against Appendix Cancer. On January 7, 2015 Chad found out just how special he was when he was told that not only did he have Cancer but it was extremely rare and very aggressive. Chad has always taken life by storm - so why stop now? Some may have crumpled and fell but the soldier in him took over and he decided then and there he had an infinite number of reasons to kick Cancer's ass. The road will never be easy but he will fight - and he will win.
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
March 9th - Surgery
Two weeks and one day ago, Chad had surgery on his neck. I can't believe I haven't updated the blog yet but as we all know, life as we know it has been turned upside down and my head is spinning trying to understand the ridiculousness of it all.
Anyways - Chad's surgery went very well. It took a couple hours total and his recovery thus far seems to be on schedule. He stayed one night in the hospital and did fabulous while there. He is allowed to take the brace off today but still feels uncomfortable walking around/doing thing/sleeping without it, so he will probably keep it close by for another week.
His incision is a healing fine but there is a big bump. The next appointment with the surgeon to look everything over is on March 31st. As of right now, that appointment is still happening.
We want to thank everyone for all of your thoughts, prayers, good vibes. They are truly, so very appreciated!
Please stay safe and use your brain during these crazy times! <3
Anyways - Chad's surgery went very well. It took a couple hours total and his recovery thus far seems to be on schedule. He stayed one night in the hospital and did fabulous while there. He is allowed to take the brace off today but still feels uncomfortable walking around/doing thing/sleeping without it, so he will probably keep it close by for another week.
We want to thank everyone for all of your thoughts, prayers, good vibes. They are truly, so very appreciated!
Please stay safe and use your brain during these crazy times! <3
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Here We Go!
I thought it was time for another brief update!
First and foremost, yesterday was Chad's anniversary date for his big surgery in Baltimore 5 years ago! We celebrate his cancer free status all the time but March 2, 2015 was the date of his actual surgery where all of our questions (and prayers) were answered :)
Last Wednesday (Feb 26?) Chad went to see the Gastroenterologist again. Chad is still bloating and vomiting after meals. It's not every meal anymore though, so that is a blessing. With that said, the thought of eating makes him miserable because he is so limited and everything ends up causing him pain. They have him on some pills but it's too soon to tell if they're helping.
Next week, on March 9th is Chad's Neck surgery. There will be a one night hospital stay to ensure he is swallowing properly, etc., He will wear a neck brace for two weeks following and be restricted from driving and any physical labour. Then he will have another 1-3 month recovery after that. God willing this time the doctors do an amazing job and he recovers very quickly!
I will update again either after surgery or before if there's anything worth noting. We sincerely appreciate your prayers, positive thoughts and well wishes <3
First and foremost, yesterday was Chad's anniversary date for his big surgery in Baltimore 5 years ago! We celebrate his cancer free status all the time but March 2, 2015 was the date of his actual surgery where all of our questions (and prayers) were answered :)
Last Wednesday (Feb 26?) Chad went to see the Gastroenterologist again. Chad is still bloating and vomiting after meals. It's not every meal anymore though, so that is a blessing. With that said, the thought of eating makes him miserable because he is so limited and everything ends up causing him pain. They have him on some pills but it's too soon to tell if they're helping.
Next week, on March 9th is Chad's Neck surgery. There will be a one night hospital stay to ensure he is swallowing properly, etc., He will wear a neck brace for two weeks following and be restricted from driving and any physical labour. Then he will have another 1-3 month recovery after that. God willing this time the doctors do an amazing job and he recovers very quickly!
I will update again either after surgery or before if there's anything worth noting. We sincerely appreciate your prayers, positive thoughts and well wishes <3
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