Is there anybody out there?? I am guessing that everyone has given up on me at this point. I did not follow through with my promises to give you more details. Sorry. I have found that getting back into the swing of things and discovering my new "normal" has taken more time than I anticipated. Anyway, can you believe that yesterday was exactly 6 months post-op? You probably can't believe it, as the ole saying goes "time flies." Well, it seems like forever to me because I have been awaiting the 6 month check-up. I visited my doctor in Gainesville today and had my first post-op CTA scan. The results were perfect with no sign of the aneurysm regrowing or developing elsewhere in the brain. There is less than 1% of patients who have the anuerysm to grow back (around the clip or elsewhere). Thankfully, my annie seems to be following the doctors orders. We did get to see pictures of the clip and the "thing" that is holding my skull in place. It looks like a small wagon wheel in my head. It is CRAZY! I think I have a new nickname with Cortney. Also, the doctor confirmed that all the headaches and weird sensations that I get are common after surgery and may last 6-12 months. I don't feel nearly as crazy tonight as I did when I awoke this morning. I am getting better each day and am less fatiqued, less depressed and more like myself. I can positively say that Holly is coming back. I spoke to a lady in the waiting room today with an annie that can't be clipped due to location. She has 32 coils and the annie keeps growing. The doctor is not sure how many more coils it will take to block it off completely. She has undergone 2 surgeries so far and had a stroke during the last one. She has another planned for January. I thank God for the ease of my surgery and recovery, though at times it has been very difficult. I pray for the sweet lady today and her ultimate healing.
I hope everyone is looking forward to a beautiful Christmas season. By the way, Sydney is asking santa for a singing princess wearing an American flag dress. I think I can pull off the singing doll but not sure about the dress. Spencer says "it's ok, the elves can make anything you request!" HELP
Love ya all,
Holly
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3 comments:
Hi Holly!
We haven't given up on you! I check the blog every day to (hopefully) get an update on your progress. You look wonderful. I am so glad to hear your 6 month appointment went so well. (I am awaiting my 6 month follow-up next week to see if mine has changed). As always, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Have a wonderful, blessed holiday!
Nicole
Hi Holly and Ohs family,
Seasons greeting and good cheer! I have not forgotten about you, life has just taken over and I never seem to have enough time. Yahoo, you continue to improve and your life seems to be getting back to normal. I cannot believe it has been six months since your surgery. Continue to heal and bless you all. Jeanette
Nope, we are still here....just patiently waiting for your comments. Glad to hear the visit went well and ol Annie is where she should be.
You guys have a great Christmas and can't wait to here more updates!
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