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Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - Kate - 09-10-2011
Keep us informed, best of luck with the proceedure.
Kate
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - GeneL - 09-10-2011
The good news is that you weren't driving when you blacked out.
I know that we'll all be wanting to hear that everything went well for you and that you'll be back, posting away real soon.
Fingers crossed for you, my friend.
Oh! by the way, I ran across this…
…"An archaeologist from from Ankara University, Fikri Kulako lu, reports the discovery of a 4,000 year old skeleton which has evidence of “a successful brain operation” in which the patient survived."
I figure that things must have improved a lot since then… yes?
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - RgrF - 09-10-2011
Damn lucky you weren't out hiking the Appalachian Trail or some such. Over the past 18-months I've had a closer relationship to trauma medicine and treatment than I'd prefer but have seen the incredible advances and expertise available today.
You're a lucky guy, appreciate that good luck. I took the boys MacBook with me last time, most major Hospitals have WiFi available -- you'll appreciate it during the otherwise boring recovery stint.
Hook your anesthesiologist up with this:
Waking Up is Hard to Do
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - ADent - 09-10-2011
Good luck.
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - davester - 09-10-2011
Wow, that must be frightening. Hang in there and good luck! The only similar story I can relate is when I got a deep vein thrombosis (blood clot) that resulted in multiple pulmonary embolisms, which hit while I was playing soccer. One second I'm blazing up the field, the next I'm gasping for breath barely able to stand up. Next stop hospital and a doctor telling me I could die if they don't do a bunch of things right away. The denial kicked in right away with a loud "this can't be happening" ringing in my head. I'm guessing that you may have had some of the same feelings. The good part...I'm fine now, though with slightly impaired leg function, though I still play soccer against doctor's recommendations.
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - Frank - 09-10-2011
Wow, that's a heavy load to deal with. Your attitude and prognosis are good and you have the massive positive goodwill of this forum working on your behalf. Best wishes for a rapid, complete recovery.
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - dotman - 09-10-2011
we're here if you need anything. just ask. and get a second opinion. you'll want that. we can provide anything you need. just ask.
dot.
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - N-OS X-tasy! - 09-10-2011
Good luck with the surgery and best wishes for a speedy recovery, mike.
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - Trouble - 09-10-2011
"I need this tumor like I need a hole in my head."
Good luck. While a terrible situation, it seems like you are in the best possible position to deal with it and don't forget to throw a little kindergarten Cop in when you can.
Re: So there I was in the gym, next thing I know I am on a stretcher... - Ombligo - 09-10-2011
where to start...
So that was that lump between your ears...
Don't worry, in your case there is a very good chance the neurosurgeon won't find anything in your head...
Tumorrrrrow, Tumorrrrow, the mass will come out Tumorrrow...
Don't you just hate it when something is damaged before you get a chance to use it?...
Don't let the seizures bother you. If they continue you can save money by doing the laundry while you take a bath...
If you are left with a scar, just get a zipper tattooed over it...
Brain surgery - it's like a scavenger hunt for doctors...
If anyone asks, just tell them it is to change the batteries in your radio..
The number one hobby for Neurosurgeons? Vegetable Gardening...
you now can truthfully use the excuse "I have now idea where my brain is today..."
Don't let the fact that your doctor is a mass killer frighten you...
Ask the surgeon to leave a sponge in your head so you can soak up some knowledge...
Most of all, take care and good luck - we need you back here Mike (but if things go awry - can I have your Mac?)