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Started by Seahuntress , Feb 08 2006 11:50 AM

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#1 Seahuntress

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Posted 08 February 2006 - 11:50 AM




I just wanted to take the time to Thank all of you. Your support for me means more than you'll ever know. Thank you all for your prayers and for caring. It's nice to know that I have a Dive Family. As I do consider you all my family. I was really looking forward to going on some trips this year. But, I won't make it this year. The Dr. said I will be able to dive later, after my second surgery. They have to put me back together in 5 months.

So many people have never heard of Diverticulitis. I've had a few people call me and ask me if it has anything to do with Diving.....HA HA.

I missed seeing you all at Happy Hour, but I'm sure I can make the next one.

Mitch, I am looking forward to going to the Lake with you this summer if the Dr. will let me. Thanks for your help, and phone calls. God Bless you.

Always,
Your friend Carla
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Posted 08 February 2006 - 12:20 PM

We're just glad to hear that you are going to be alright!
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Posted 08 February 2006 - 01:24 PM

Here's wishing you a safe and speedy recovery, Carla!









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Posted 08 February 2006 - 04:42 PM

Best wishes for a fast and complete recovery, Carla.

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Posted 09 February 2006 - 08:56 AM

Take care of yourself and mind the doctor. You'll be getting wet in no time at all.
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Posted 09 February 2006 - 09:34 PM

Take care of yourself and mind the doctor. You'll be getting wet in no time at all.


Thanks for the kind words. I went to the Dr. today, and he's putting back together in 2 months. Yea and I feel so much better.
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Posted 15 February 2006 - 07:37 AM




I just wanted to take the time to Thank all of you. Your support for me means more than you'll ever know. Thank you all for your prayers and for caring. It's nice to know that I have a Dive Family. As I do consider you all my family. I was really looking forward to going on some trips this year. But, I won't make it this year. The Dr. said I will be able to dive later, after my second surgery. They have to put me back together in 5 months.

So many people have never heard of Diverticulitis. I've had a few people call me and ask me if it has anything to do with Diving.....HA HA.

I missed seeing you all at Happy Hour, but I'm sure I can make the next one.

Mitch, I am looking forward to going to the Lake with you this summer if the Dr. will let me. Thanks for your help, and phone calls. God Bless you.

Always,
Your friend Carla


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Glad you are on the mend. I was off-line for quite awhile and didn't know about this... so I'll pray for your "complete-repackaging"... :teeth: My dad was diagnosed with this some time back and he has never been diving! :) Hope to see you at HHH March.

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Posted 16 February 2006 - 01:08 PM

I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. I had the same problem in 2004. Now, sans sigmoid colon. Everything seems to be fine. You'll be back in the water in no time. :birthday:

You never realize how many of those lower abdominal muscles you use until someone slices through them...That had to be worst.

Wish you well. I have felt your pain.
Cheers,
Rob

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Posted 17 February 2006 - 03:48 PM

I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. I had the same problem in 2004. Now, sans sigmoid colon. Everything seems to be fine. You'll be back in the water in no time. :usflag:

You never realize how many of those lower abdominal muscles you use until someone slices through them...That had to be worst.

Wish you well. I have felt your pain.
Cheers,
Rob


Thank you...you had the same surgery???? Yes I know about those abdominal muscles. I was in top shape working out at the gym, and the more muscles they cut on the worse it is. Did you have one surgery or two???
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Posted 17 February 2006 - 04:29 PM

Ha this woman was in incredible shape...she was stronger than most guys...and of course much more attractive! LOL!!!

Carla we'll keep you in our prayers and thoughts that your next Doc's appt on the 9th goes VERY GOOD!!! -ww

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Posted 17 February 2006 - 06:42 PM

Thank you...you had the same surgery???? Yes I know about those abdominal muscles. I was in top shape working out at the gym, and the more muscles they cut on the worse it is. Did you have one surgery or two???
Thanks for the kind words.


I had one procedure done. Doc took out my sigmoid colon. I haven't had a problem since. (crossing my fingers)

Doctor said I was better off for being in good shape before the surgery, seemed to really help with the healing. I was cleared to dive about 6 weeks afterward. I'm better off now, it almost killed me twice.
Took seven trips to the emergency room before they finally figured it out. Barium dye (blech)

I always giggled when they said Diverticulitis....one of my friends thought it was another name for decompression sickness. :D

Hope your feeling better. painkillers always help.
Cheers,
Rob

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Posted 17 February 2006 - 06:54 PM

I know what the illness is...just wondering if the after effects are similar to C-section...is the colon deeper? does it depend on which part....I know they keep saying...ohh surgery now a days is a piece of cake....I was just glad I didn't order the whole cake!
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#13 Seahuntress

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Posted 21 February 2006 - 06:52 PM

Best wishes for a fast and complete recovery, Carla.

Rick
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Hey Rick, thank you it means so much to me. Hope we can dive together soon
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#14 Seahuntress

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Posted 21 February 2006 - 06:54 PM

I know what the illness is...just wondering if the after effects are similar to C-section...is the colon deeper? does it depend on which part....I know they keep saying...ohh surgery now a days is a piece of cake....I was just glad I didn't order the whole cake!

I'm afraid there was more to it than a c-section They wouldn't let me up to walk for 1 week.

Good to hear from you
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#15 Seahuntress

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Posted 21 February 2006 - 06:57 PM

Thank you...you had the same surgery???? Yes I know about those abdominal muscles. I was in top shape working out at the gym, and the more muscles they cut on the worse it is. Did you have one surgery or two???
Thanks for the kind words.


I had one procedure done. Doc took out my sigmoid colon. I haven't had a problem since. (crossing my fingers)

Doctor said I was better off for being in good shape before the surgery, seemed to really help with the healing. I was cleared to dive about 6 weeks afterward. I'm better off now, it almost killed me twice.
Took seven trips to the emergency room before they finally figured it out. Barium dye (blech)

I always giggled when they said Diverticulitis....one of my friends thought it was another name for decompression sickness. :lmao:

Hope your feeling better. painkillers always help.
Cheers,
Rob


Thanks for the reply Yes I would not survive without the painkillers. Did you have surgery with your diverticulitis. I will have a second surgery soon to put me back together.

Yes I was in very good shape. I think this has helped me so much. Diverticulitis is the worse pain you can have I know that.
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