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(Message started by: Ray on Jan 15th, 2008, 4:50am)

Title: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ray on Jan 15th, 2008, 4:50am
Hello fellow Clustervillains:

I’ve been having nausea and pain from my gallbladder for a few months now.  Since Christmas, I’ve been to the ER 4 times with pain.  I’m having it taken out on Wednesday.  Although the time of the surgery is to be announced, I would appreciate it if you could pray and/or send warm fuzzy thoughts my way.

This surgery is done some 500,000 times per year in the US, and should be no big deal.  However, I don’t have the “faith” in doctors that I once had.  Cluster Headaches and their treatment have removed most of my “faith” in them.

Thank you all for your best wishes and prayers,

Ray

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Grandma_Sweet_Boy on Jan 15th, 2008, 5:36am
Ray - you'll feel so much better once it's done.  No more of those gut wrenching attacks!

Both my daughters and my mate have had theirs out and it's a fairly simple procedure.  It's day surgery here -go in in the morning and home before dinner time.

Wishing you loads of good luck - let us know how you make out.

Carol

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by zwibbs/Scott on Jan 15th, 2008, 6:31am
Ray , it is a piece of cake operation and you'll feel 100% better.  I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers on Wednesday.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by barry_sword on Jan 15th, 2008, 7:11am
Ray, here's all the vibes and prayers that this goes smoothly for you. We have your back, all will be good Bro!! [smiley=thumb.gif] Just think, no more stomach pain, how sweet will that be!! ;;D

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by LeLimey on Jan 15th, 2008, 7:32am
Good luck Ray we'll be thinking of you AND Shade, it won't be much fun for her either

lots of love
Helen xxx

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by artonio7 on Jan 15th, 2008, 7:43am
Ray,

Lot's of prayers and warm fuzzy slippers thoughts for a successful surgery and speedy recovery.

My 78 year old aunt had it done after Thanks Giving... in and out of the hospital and back to her regular routine in no time at all.

God bless and many prayers.

with warm regards,
Tony

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by brewcrew on Jan 15th, 2008, 7:48am
Ray - You will be in my thoughts and prayers. A speedy recovery to you.

Bill

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by sandie99 on Jan 15th, 2008, 8:33am
Ray, lots of vibes are on their way! :)

Sanna

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by aloneuk on Jan 15th, 2008, 8:35am
Good Luck, thinking of you

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Langa on Jan 15th, 2008, 8:36am
Praying for a successful surgery and speedy recovery.

Langa

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by kayarr on Jan 15th, 2008, 8:42am
You'll feel so much better!   I sure do:)

Prayers coming your way!

Kimberly

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by George_J on Jan 15th, 2008, 9:44am
Good luck, Ray.  My friend Greg had the same surgery a month ago.  You're going to feel sooooo much better.

Best wishes,

George

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Annette on Jan 15th, 2008, 9:54am

Its a very easy safe quick key hole surgery Ray. No big deal ! I could have done it for you  ;)

You will feel so much better afterwards, no more pain, no more nausea and you will be able to eat well again, although you need to steer clear of fatty food.

Do the doctors there give the patients the gallstones in a jar for a souvenir?  :)

Sending vibes and prayers and a great big hug.  :-*

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ghost on Jan 15th, 2008, 9:59am
Hey Ray Keep your wits and get back as soon as possable ok!

Vibes comin and stay PF !

Mike

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by thomas on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:01am
Hope all goes well for you.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by tessistired on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:10am
Ray,

You know I am praying for you my friend as I always do!

You are in the best hands...and i dont mean the Dr's!(you know whos)

So take a deep breath and try to relax and have faith that all will be well!

Many Blessings to you and yours
Tess

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by midwestbeth on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:19am
Ray,

Warm fuzzie thoughts, prayers and vibes heading your way.

Beth

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by nani on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:52am
Quick recovery wishes for you, Ray. Prayers and vibes, too.
hugs, nani

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by aprilbee on Jan 15th, 2008, 11:02am
You got 'em, and hope you have a speedy recovery  ;)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by DennisM1045 on Jan 15th, 2008, 12:17pm
Hi Ray,

This surgery may be done 500,000 times a year but this is the first time it's being done to you.  I think a little anxiety is normal.  Relax and let the Drs and (more importantly) the nurses take care of you.

In the mean time I'm making deposits in the VIBE bank with your name on then  ;;D  Should the need arise for you to make a widthdrawl.

Good luck my friend.

-Dennis-

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Callico on Jan 15th, 2008, 3:23pm
We're praying for you.  Look to hear from you soon.

Jerry

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Melissa on Jan 15th, 2008, 4:05pm

on 01/15/08 at 06:31:30, zwibbs/Scott wrote:
Ray , it is a piece of cake operation and you'll feel 100% better.

Ditto this!!

Had mine out in 2000 when I was 25 (I think, lol).  You'll be fine! ;;D

BTW, when I had my attack, it felt like my lungs had collapsed and I drove myself to the ER because my dear, darling idiot of a husband would rather sleep (long story). ::)  

Anyway, turns out I had a gallstone the size of a grapefruit!  No wonder it hurt so bad!  They sent me home that night after the attack had passed and I was scheduled to have it out the next morning.  General anesthesia, 3 small incisions and I was home within a couple hours after the procedure.  Never felt better!

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Jackie on Jan 15th, 2008, 4:49pm
You'll do just fine, Ray......you're gonna feel a whole bunch better too   :D

Positive thoughts on the way...

Jackie

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Rosybabe on Jan 15th, 2008, 6:08pm
Ray you know I will be praying for you my friend. Best wishes for a smooth recovery.

                       Hugs

                               Rosy.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by KJ on Jan 15th, 2008, 6:38pm
Good Luck Ray! You will be back to being 'Big Play Ray' in no time. :)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by PollyPocket on Jan 15th, 2008, 7:06pm
You already know you're in mine, and have been thru the whole thing. I expect and believe nothing but the best outcome.

See ya in playland soon Ray!

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Jonny on Jan 15th, 2008, 7:38pm
Best of luck, Ray.....not that I think youll need it. Hell, Ive had both mine removed....LOL ;;D

Thinking of you brother!!!!

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Lizzie2 on Jan 15th, 2008, 9:08pm
Ray,

I'll be praying that this surgery goes well for you!!  It may be a routine surgery, but it's still a big deal for you, so I don't blame you for being a bit nervous!  I hope you feel much better once it's done!  Vibes for smooth surgery and recovery!!

Hugz,
Carrie :)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Kirk on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:29pm
    Hey Ray:

 Nothing to it. Trust me on this one. I had three open heart surgeries in eleven days. You will have no probs.
   It takes more than one lousy surgery to hurt a Clusterhead.
[smiley=smokin.gif]

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Charlie on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:38pm
Lots of vibes and the like Ray.

Your gonna be just fine. Had mine out way back in 1983. It's a much simpler and safer procedure today.

Uh...you'll never be constipated from now on though..

Charlie

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ray on Jan 15th, 2008, 10:47pm
Thank you folks!

A minor update:  The surgery is scheduled for Noon, Eastern Time.  I should be home by supper time.

Ray

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by E-Double on Jan 15th, 2008, 11:19pm
piece of cake ;)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by ski2k on Jan 16th, 2008, 1:13am
Prayers and vibes coming your way!! And thanx for sending them to me earlier!  ;)
  My oldest sister had it done years ago, and has not had a problem sense. I'm sure all will go well for you too.

Adam

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by mummymac on Jan 16th, 2008, 3:06am
Ray best of luck

I had mine out a few years ago, after years of suffering, if I had know how much better I would feel after it, would have had it done even earlier.

Its the Hospital bit that give s everyone the gollywobbles.

Looking forward to hearing how big they are in the jar

Tanya

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by barry_sword on Jan 16th, 2008, 6:25am
Ray, prayers are with you for your surgery today. It is easy for me as I am not the one having this done today but I know all will go well and you will be home tonight. You will be in my thoughts today my friend! [smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by cynjeep89 on Jan 16th, 2008, 8:34am
Ray,

Best wishes to you during your surgery today and for a speedy recovery!

Cyn

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Mrs Deej on Jan 16th, 2008, 8:43am
Ray,

We will be thinking of you today.  You will feel so much better after this is taken care of.  And just think, it's a wonderful excuse for jello and ice cream..... :P

Keep us posted on your recovery!!!

:-*

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by brewcrew on Jan 16th, 2008, 12:00pm

on 01/16/08 at 08:43:29, Mrs Deej wrote:
...it's a wonderful excuse for jello...

Ray - My wife and I were both raised Lutheran. Between us we can make no less than 23 different dishes using only red jello, cool whip, and a banana. Swing over by us once, we'll get ya back on your feet again.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by alienspacebabe on Jan 16th, 2008, 1:06pm
I'll wait for a bit to call and check on you.

5 1/2 hours 'til I check on Ray.
6 hours 'til I leave for DavCon.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by artonio7 on Jan 16th, 2008, 5:54pm
Update on Ray...

The surgery was successful! He is home recovering and has some discomfort which is to be expected. One tiny little complication during the procedure... they nicked a small vein  (artery) near the liver and had to quickly cauterize it.  Aside from that it just hurts.

He give his warm hellos to all and wants you all to know he loves you and will be posting ASAP.

with warm regards,
Tony

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by cash5542 on Jan 16th, 2008, 6:03pm
Thanks Tony!! He's been on my mind alot today.

Charlotte

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by LeLimey on Jan 16th, 2008, 7:45pm
Thank you for the update Tony,
Ray - sheesh. the things some people will do to get control of the TV remote huh?!  ;) I can joke now I know you're okay!

So what other jobs have you excused yourself from?!

Get well soon
Helen x

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Sean_C on Jan 16th, 2008, 8:02pm
Hope all went well bro.

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

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by zwibbs/Scott on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:00pm

on 01/16/08 at 17:54:01, artonio7 wrote:
Update on Ray...

The surgery was successful! He is home recovering and has some discomfort which is to be expected. One tiny little complication during the procedure... they nicked a small vein  (artery) near the liver and had to quickly cauterize it.  Aside from that it just hurts.

He give his warm hellos to all and wants you all to know he loves you and will be posting ASAP.

with warm regards,
Tony


Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by tessistired on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:01pm
RAY RAY!!!!!

I am so glad to know you are home safe and that surgery went well!

Now please just take care of yourself...rest up and recoop and heal well.

It was really nice to talk with you tonight as well!

Love you my brother!
MANY BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOURS!!!

TESS

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by zwibbs/Scott on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:05pm

on 01/16/08 at 21:00:55, zwibbs/Scott wrote:

Sorry Tony I sneezed and hit the key.....I'm glad Ray is OK , but I didn't know Stevie Wonder became a Doctor.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ray on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:07pm
Hello Cluster Buddies:

I made it home about 4PM today and I'm doing ok.  It isn't terribly painful, just uncomfortable.  I am really touched by your responses and I really do love you guys.

I'm taking it easy and going to bed early.  The family is making me feel like a king and are taking good care of me.  Percocet is taking the edge off and I'm trying to be a good patient or Shade will knock some sense into me, as she is like that.

That's all the news that's fit to type, and again, thanks to you kind and good folks for the prayers, warm fuzzies, and best wishes.

Love ya!

Ray

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by cosmicfunkfather on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:08pm
good vibes on the way ..hope everything went well today, Ray.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Jonny on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:09pm
Heal up and then lawyer up, nobody nicks your inner shit and gets away with it!  ;)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by PollyPocket on Jan 16th, 2008, 9:19pm
you knew those prayers would work ;)  Love ya Ray. Heal up soon hon.

Love ya,
Jen

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ray on Jan 17th, 2008, 10:49am
Hello folks:

I'm resting up around the house and generally feeling ok.  It's nice not being nauseated all the time.

As a side note, I spoke to the surgeon before the operation and asked that an Imitrex injection be standing by in the recovery room.  This was taken seriously and the staff seemed to know about CH and was a real comfort!

Luckily for me, I did NOT need the shot, but was a comfort to me and my wife, for me.  When I was out of surgery and the doctor was providing details to Shade, he made it a point to say that I was NOT having any CH problems.  I would not hesitate to recommend this surgeon or hospital if a clusterhead were to need their services.

I love you guys and am glad to be a part of this family,

Ray

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by sandie99 on Jan 17th, 2008, 11:03am
Thanks for the update, Ray! :)
It's great that you're feeling ok. I'm impressed that the hospital too ch seriously, that's brilliant! And just fantastic that you didn't need that trex... :)

Here's to speed recovery,
Sanna

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Gator on Jan 17th, 2008, 11:04am
I'm glad you are feeling better, Ray.  Wow, another doc that knows about CH.  Who'd a thunk it?




Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by tessistired on Jan 17th, 2008, 12:51pm
Awesome Ray Ray!!!!

I am so glad you were well taken care of and that you are feeling well today.  Continue to take it easy and know that I continue to pray for you and your smooth and speedy recovery.

MANY BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOURS

TESS

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by echo on Jan 17th, 2008, 2:42pm
Glad to read that your surgery went smoothly.  Hope you have a quick recovery.  I stayed away from the office for about 2 weeks when I had mine removed earlier this year.

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by George_J on Jan 18th, 2008, 12:35am
Good.

Best wishes,

George   :)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by DennisM1045 on Jan 18th, 2008, 10:48am
I'm glad to see things have worked out well for you Ray.  Good luck in your recovery and thanks for the update.

-Dennis-

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ray on Jan 18th, 2008, 1:31pm
A brief update:

I finally got a good nights sleep, although I don't feel like a million bucks, I'm feeling pretty good.  As an added bonus, I haven't had a CH since the surgery!

Thanks for being there folks and all the best wishes.  It means so much to me.

Ray

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Batch on Jan 18th, 2008, 6:24pm
Hey Ray,

Glad to hear you're feeling better after having your gizzard out...  and no CH hits...  What a blessing.  If they used staples... the next thing to watch for is zipper itch....

Take care.  We're so happy you're feeling better and on the mend.

Pete & Joyce

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Lizzie2 on Jan 18th, 2008, 9:29pm
Hi Ray!

So glad to hear that you are doing well and on the mend!  Best wishes for continued speedy recovery!

Take care,
Carrie :)

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by brewcrew on Jan 22nd, 2008, 10:51pm
How's the gizzard, Ray?

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by kayarr on Jan 22nd, 2008, 11:18pm
Ray,  

Glad things went well.  Sounds like you were in good hands.  Be good to yourself!

Kimberly

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by E-Double on Jan 23rd, 2008, 12:13am
[smiley=hug.gif]

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Ray on Jan 23rd, 2008, 12:22am
Thanks again folks!

For those still keeping track, the incisions are healing, the superglue is peeling, and I'm convinced I'm gonna live.  I think I'm up to 90% there!

I love you guys,

Ray

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by Charlie on Jan 23rd, 2008, 1:22am
Glad you're doing fine and a nice story about the hospital.

It will heal up quickly and you didn't need that thing anyway.  8)

Charlie

Title: Re: Surgery on Wednesday - Prayers Please
Post by brewcrew on Jan 23rd, 2008, 9:48pm
We love you too, Ray.



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