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(Message started by: Lizzie2 on Sep 26^th, 2004, 7:57pm)

Title: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 26^th, 2004, 7:57pm

Well tomorrow is finally my appointment with my rheumatologist, and my dad is coming down here to go with me. It looks like osteonecrosis/avascular necrosis is the major problem...which is definately not good!

The MRIs showed 2 areas of "bone infarct" aka bone death, in the left knee. The right knee had 3 areas of the infarct going through the marrow, and also a tear in the lateral meniscus.

AHHHHHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhh

trying not to worry...but my stomach is sinking! I'm hoping that they will be able to wait on surgery until I can graduate in May because I really don't want to quit nursing school!!

Thoughts, vibes, whatever would be appreciated! Thanks!

Lizzie

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Jayne on Sep 26^th, 2004, 8:02pm

Vibes on their way in the wind to you Lizzie. :-* :-* :-* :-*

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by thebbz on Sep 26^th, 2004, 8:05pm

Prayers and whatever on the way !!!
BB

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Jeepgun on Sep 26^th, 2004, 8:08pm

Sending the vibe squadron over your house, Lizzie. If worse comes to worse, you won't have to drop out, right? I mean, you can go back again and pick up where you left off, right? Anyway, prepare for the worst but expect and hope for the best. Hugs and vibes to you, my friend.

-Frank

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Opus on Sep 26^th, 2004, 8:08pm

Lizzie,
Many thoughts and prayers for you, that you will not need surgery and if you do that it can wait.

Opus/Paul

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by BobG on Sep 26^th, 2004, 8:09pm

rheumatologist
osteonecrosis/avascular necrosis
bone infarct
lateral meniscus.

I have no idea what any of those words mean but I don't like the sound of any of them.

Thinking good thoughts for you. :)

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Redd715 on Sep 26^th, 2004, 8:09pm

Vibes and candle lit for you Lizzie Dear...

So young to have so many things to deal with... :'(

My Luv to you dear.

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by lionsound on Sep 26^th, 2004, 9:25pm

Vibes and hugs for you, Lizzie.

May you be well,
-lionsound

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Sean_C on Sep 26^th, 2004, 9:41pm

Vibes Lizz, hope all goes well. Keep us posted.

Sean................

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by broomhilda on Sep 26^th, 2004, 9:50pm

[smiley=hug.gif]Carrie, let us know how it goes, thinking of you!

Hugs
Andrea

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 26^th, 2004, 10:30pm

Thanks so much you guys!!! The insanity never stops I guess!! hehe Ah well...just gotta keep on goin ;)

Here is a link on Osteonecrosis if you are interested in knowing what I might be looking at here.

http://www.nonf.org/nofbrochure/nonf-brochure.htm

Thanks again!

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Mark C on Sep 26^th, 2004, 10:36pm

Vibes!

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Kevin_M on Sep 26^th, 2004, 11:10pm

We reeeeally KNEED ya to get a good report Liz. I know it's not FUN-KNEE and is sore for you, but you are KNEET and a dear so stay KNEER and KNEERBY for KNEERLY the whole time.

ERROKNEEOUSLY,

Kneevin M

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Charlie on Sep 27^th, 2004, 3:27am

Here's hoping things work out better than expected. You'd think that being around CH would be sufficient. >:

http://www.netsync.net/users/charlies/gifs/VIBES & MORE.png

Keep in touch kid.

Charlie

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by OneEyeBlind on Sep 27^th, 2004, 3:30am

Carrie, mega vibes coming your way !

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Ree on Sep 27^th, 2004, 8:06am

How is it going Lizzie... waiting to hear!!!!!!!!! Prayers for you this morning..... God bless... ree

Title: Re: Nervous!
Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 27^th, 2004, 3:57pm

Thanks a bunch for all the thoughts. Diagnosis confirmed of Avascular Necrosis...worse in the right knee than the left. Also a torn meniscus in the right knee. He said it is like having multiple heart attacks to the knee and now the bone is dead.

First major implication: No more steroids...no matter what. PREDNISONE caused this. :(

Second major implication is that I have to go see an orthopedic surgeon. He didn't think that it will require surgery yet, but he doesn't know. That is going to be up to ortho. What a pain in the A$$. My dad is dropping the films off to our ortho either today or tomorrow, and hopefully I will speak with my doc soon!

Thanks again for all the support. Sorry this is brief...I have clinical in a half hour so I have to get ready and finish an assignment!

Lizzie :)

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Jeepgun on Sep 27^th, 2004, 4:11pm

Carrie, the good news is that it won't require surgery, so at least your studies won't be interrupted. Hopefully, more good news will be forthcoming.

Damn prednisone... My last cycle, my GP prescribed me a prednisone taper and verapamil. I got both scripts filled, but I never touched the prednisone. I didn't know anything about it at the time, but had this internal "nudge" to avoid it. I'm glad I did.

Hang in there. Hopefully, even without prednisone you can get some (relatively) pain-free time.

Pullin' For You,
-Frank

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 27^th, 2004, 4:14pm

Actually...it might still require surgery, and it will definately require surgery at some point. Just not sure when!! If I can wait till May, that would be best...

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Jeepgun on Sep 27^th, 2004, 4:16pm

May is only six months away. You'll be able to hang in there 'til then. :) [smiley=hug.gif]

P.S. Will this prevent you from winning the Boston Marathon this year? ;;D

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by IndianaJohn on Sep 27^th, 2004, 4:34pm

Vibes and prayers for ya!

Take care,

John

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 27^th, 2004, 10:55pm

on 09/27/04 at 16:16:25, Jeepgun wrote:

P.S. Will this prevent you from winning the Boston Marathon this year? ;;D

LOL yep I just got my copy of the reports today. I told my friend Mike and he said I will be the bionic woman by the time this is done with all metal knees! ;) Hell I'm smiling now...I'll be able to deal with it! All's I know is that the doc told me today that the more I am on my feet, the worse it is going to get. Hrmmmmmm...I'm on my feet with nursing for at least 8 hours 5 days of the week! I sit in class the other 2. Well...

I guess I'll take my chances!! The patient I had tonight reminded me of the reasons why I do this. I really love it...even if it means knee replacement is sooner than I'd like!!

Thanks again :)

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Opus on Sep 27^th, 2004, 11:07pm

Lizzie,
Thanks for the update and the smile, I think you are going to be alright in the end.

Opus/Paul

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Gator on Sep 28^th, 2004, 5:45am

You're amazing, kiddo. In spite of all you face, your upbeat attitude is inspiring. I think a lot of us could learn a lesson from you.

I pray all turns out well and you can finish school before any major procedures need to be done. Keep us posted.

Gator

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Jeepgun on Sep 28^th, 2004, 9:04am

on 09/28/04 at 05:45:43, Gator wrote:

Right on, Gator. Keep on keepin' on, Carrie! [smiley=hug.gif]

Pullin' for you,
-Frank

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by Lizzie2 on Sep 28^th, 2004, 11:36am

Thanks both of you :) Means a lot!

I'm waiting for the ortho to call...hopefully today or tomorrow! My mom and I were talking about it this morning. I think what we want to do at minimum is get the arthro surgery to shave the meniscus in order to relieve pain. I'll deal with the rest of it depending on what the ortho says. Meniscus surgery shouldn't be tooooo bad, I wouldn't think! I may be able to do that around Thanksgiving or Christmastime. Keep your fingers crossed! :)

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by lionsound on Sep 28^th, 2004, 12:25pm

Lizzie,
I so want you to feel better. You are a wonderful and caring person and I'm sure that shines through in the way you take care of people...here and with patients at school. Please don't forget to take care of yourself too!!!

You can do it!

PF vibes of all kinds for you!

-Lionsound

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by sadwife on Sep 28^th, 2004, 11:19pm

Lizzie,
I have only found this sight as of last night, but as I always believe in life, God leads me where I need to be. I understand the sickness in your stomach as you agonize over your visit, but have faith, pray to God for a miracle and expect it to happen. Also understand our miracles don't always come in the form we desire. On October 20, 1998 I gave birth to my youngest daughter, after months of doing everything the right way and walking on eggshells, I had to deliver by emergency C-section 7 weeks early. My daughter was great in size 5 lbs 4oz, 19 1/2 inches in length, but I was told early the next morning to spend all the time I could because they were giving her 3 days to live (nothing was developed internally). Without going into great detail, I can say it was God and God alone who performed a true miracle in our lives. I will pray for you as well, and ask that our church family prays too. Keep faith your healing may be on the way.

sadwife

Title: Re: Nervous! (Updated 9/27)
Post by OneEyeBlind on Sep 28^th, 2004, 11:41pm

Hey, Carrie, rememeber Christopher? He always jumped higher and prouder than his brother ...... even though he only had one leg. You know the scoop. It's all in attitude !!!!!!!!!!!! You just rock on girlfriend ...... cause you got attitude !!!!!!!

I know you can do whatever you need to do ........ so just keep rocking !