akathy
What's For Dinner?
Still peaing from Podunk!
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Location: North Dakota
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Post by akathy on Nov 18, 2015 15:04:44 GMT
I'm sorry I worried everyone but things tanked quickly. I gained over 30 pounds of fluids in 4 days, had a lot of difficulty breathing and felt like a turtle lying on my back. The fluid in my arms and legs was just too heavy to move.
I'm still in the hospital waiting to be transferred to rehab so I can receive TPN (IV nutrition) and get my strength back so I can take care of myself again. I have already gone from a major struggle being able to use a bedside commode with two helpers to getting up alone and walking 12 feet to the bathroom and back.
I also walked part way down the hospital hall and back yesterday! Twice!!! Thanks for the prayers and good wishes I am recovering slowly but nonetheless recovering!!
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Post by miominmio on Nov 18, 2015 15:06:16 GMT
I'm glad to hear you are on the mend. Keeping my fingers crossed for a speedy recovery.
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wellway
Prolific Pea
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Jun 25, 2014 20:50:09 GMT
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Post by wellway on Nov 18, 2015 15:06:08 GMT
Sorry to hear you are going through all this. Hope the road to recovery is speedy and smooth.
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Post by KelleeM on Nov 18, 2015 15:09:08 GMT
So glad you're doing better. Hugs and continued prayers my friend.
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msliz
Drama Llama
The Procrastinator
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Jun 26, 2014 21:32:34 GMT
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Post by msliz on Nov 18, 2015 15:09:19 GMT
Glad to hear some good news!
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psiluvu
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Location: Canada's Capital
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Post by psiluvu on Nov 18, 2015 15:09:57 GMT
So happy to hear from you. Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
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moodyblue
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Location: Western Illinois
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Jun 26, 2014 21:07:23 GMT
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Post by moodyblue on Nov 18, 2015 15:10:30 GMT
So sorry you're going through all this, but so glad to hear from you. I think we all got very worried - this place wouldn't be the same without you!
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Post by KikiPea on Nov 18, 2015 15:11:26 GMT
So good to hear from you. What you have been though sounds so scary!
Continued prayers for a quick and full recovery!
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Post by anxiousmom on Nov 18, 2015 15:11:29 GMT
Oh yay!! It's Kathy!! I am so sorry that you are having to go through all this...but I *am* happy that you are on your way to feeling more like yourself. I admit, I was worried (I am a total worrier about this kind of thing) so it is good to hear from you. And now, focus all your energy on your health and get back to us as soon as you can.  |
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Post by GamGam on Nov 18, 2015 15:13:09 GMT
Just the good report I had hoped for. No doubt you will be a track star getting to the pot tomorrow!
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Trixie Bender
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It's all fun and games until someone doesn't pick up on the sarcasm
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Location: Boldly going nowhere
Jun 26, 2014 11:31:57 GMT
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Post by Trixie Bender on Nov 18, 2015 15:13:12 GMT
I'm so happy your on the mend! Thank you for the update!! The energy expended to post has got to be worth another walk down the hallway and back. The nurses should document that in your chart.  |
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Belle
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Post by Belle on Nov 18, 2015 15:14:13 GMT
Glad to hear from you and that you are feeling a bit better!
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Post by crazy4scraps on Nov 18, 2015 15:14:39 GMT
Thanks for the update! I hope you bounce back fast, we missed you!
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Judy26
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MOTFY Bitchy Nursemaid
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Location: NW PA
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Post by Judy26 on Nov 18, 2015 15:20:44 GMT
So glad to hear you are up and about. What is causing the fluid retention? I hope it is something that can be controlled. Like many of the Refupeas I am the type who likes to rush in and fix things. I wish we could all journey to your neck of the woods and mother you until you are well again. In lieu of that, know that you are in my prayers and I hope you will soon be home preparing for the holiday season.
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valincal
Drama Llama
Southern Alberta
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Post by valincal on Nov 18, 2015 15:22:26 GMT
Glad you're on the mend! Take care.  |
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Post by peasapie on Nov 18, 2015 15:23:52 GMT
Thank you for the update. I was worried about you. I'm glad you are on the mend.
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Post by coffeetalk on Nov 18, 2015 15:25:45 GMT
Good to hear from you. Maybe the Peas can keep you company in rehab!
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Post by ingrid6 on Nov 18, 2015 15:30:02 GMT
Thanks for the update - you've been in my prayers. I'm glad you're starting to feel a bit better.
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Post by destined2bmom on Nov 18, 2015 15:33:02 GMT
So glad to see you posting! Prayers being sent that you heal quickly and get back to your happy, healthy self soon!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2015 15:33:34 GMT
Thanks for updating, Kathy. We were really worried. I guess we're just a bunch of mother hens around here!  Wishing you a speedy recovery! |
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Post by SallyPA on Nov 18, 2015 15:36:44 GMT
Yay! Glad you're improving! Continued prayers for you!
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gloryjoy
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Post by gloryjoy on Nov 18, 2015 15:36:29 GMT
OMGOSH, so glad to hear you are doing better.
Hope you are well enough to go home soon.
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scrapngranny
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Only slightly senile
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Post by scrapngranny on Nov 18, 2015 15:37:53 GMT
It's good to hear you are on the mend. It sounds like you have really been through a lot. I hope you are home soon.
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Post by littlemama on Nov 18, 2015 15:41:34 GMT
Glad to hear you are improving, and hope you get transferred to rehab and then home quickly!
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oldcrow
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Post by oldcrow on Nov 18, 2015 15:46:32 GMT
Hoorah  You go girl. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2015 15:46:54 GMT
Great update!
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Post by just PEAchy on Nov 18, 2015 15:47:27 GMT
Thanks for the update! Hope your recovery continues to go well |
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Post by leannec on Nov 18, 2015 15:52:22 GMT
Get well soon akathy! We miss you |
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Post by nepean on Nov 18, 2015 15:55:49 GMT
Oh my Goodness Akathy, you have been through it! we miss you here, but thanks for the update. Praying you recover quickly.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2015 15:56:42 GMT
So happy to hear you're on the mend.
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You go girl.
