Hospital Tomorrow...and home

[sfhogman]

Well, it seems that I am possessed of a really large hiatal hernia that requires surgery, which will happen tomorrow at the San Francisco VA at 0600.
Briefly, a hiatal hernia is a rupture in the diaphragm around the esophagus...lots of people have them, but mine is big enough to require laparoscopic surgery.
In other words, my stomach is up around my heart and lungs. Painful, and no fun.
Major risky surgery...I do know the surgeon and trust her so there's that.

So if I don't post for a while, that's what's happening with me....carry on...

Well, the surgery went well. The surgeon described her work in terms that I could understand, and is pleased with her work, which she should be.The operation took about 4 hours because there were some bumps in the road, not easily seen on imaging.
I'm pretty damn sore; laparoscopic surgery demands the the body cavity be filled with CO2, then deflated. Some of this is still being absorbed.
The VA staff was terrific. From the nurses assistants to the Chief of General Surgery they coul not have been more helpful.
Healing is gonna take a long time...
Jeff

 

[Ride1949]

Good luck Jeff. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers.

 

[s4s4u]

Damn, Jeff, hope for the best. Curious as to how something like this comes to be, but understand if you prefer not to elaborate.

 

[hittman]

All the best to you sir.

 

[jimbo1096]

Hogmanay, praying for a successful surgery and quick recovery. Hernias are no small matter. Let us know something as soon as you can.

 

[arfmel]

You’re in my prayers.

 

[Bear Paw Jack]

Jeff, I can relate. I know it's a big deal. I'm just glad you aren't one of those guys who procrastinates. It's important to be proactive. Ask me how I know. Us old birds have to encourage one another.
Prayers up for you.

 

[pawncop]

Prayer from Texas for an uneventful procedure and rapid recovery and healing.

 

[Cholo]

Prayers for a positive outcome!

 

[WAYNO]

Well Jeff, I am sorry you're having to endure this.
Bless you, and I suspect with enough complaining, you'll be magically feeling better.
Please Get Well quickly!
Prayers are sent up!

 

[sfhogman]

Damn, Jeff, hope for the best. Curious as to how something like this comes to be, but understand if you prefer not to elaborate.

No one really knows why it happens, to my knowledge. I do know that a substantial part of the population has hiatal hernia for years and don't even know about it. I had been successfully managing mine for years before it got larger. Generally surgery is not required... Go figure.

 

[Threespears]

 

[contender]

Prayers up Jeff!

 

[Randyzzz]

Prayers!

 

[turd]

Prayers up for a free bird. Your riding stories are fun to read.

 

[protoolman]

Hope you're back in the wind in a couple weeks. You have my prayers of support as a fellow Ruger Forum brother-in-arms. Let us know how things go

 

[MaxMan]

Prayers man. Tough stuff. Fast recovery.

 

[protoolman]

Prayers tonight for a great recovery! Hope the healing is all good.

 

[Mike J]

Praying

 

[SamV]

I send my prayers out for you, and your loved ones. I include the medical team that will be caring for you.

 

[arcticruger]

Hang in there!

 

[lowwall]

Prayers Sent

 

[tazbigdog]

 

[Richard76]

Good luck sir.

 

[PRichardson87]

 

[vito]

Good luck, and know that each day will get a little easier and before you know it the surgery will be ancient history to you.

 

[RoninPA]

Prayers for a fast recovery Jeff.

 

[pyth0n]

Best wishes.

 

[jav]

Good luck Jeff god be with you

 

[bedfordboy]

Prayers from Virginia