Hey All,
Today I had my follow-up appointment with my surgeon in order to get my bandages and sutures removed from the surgery I had last Tuesday. It also gave him a chance to evaluate my progress.
The surgeon said things looked pretty good for the most part, except for some concern he had near the upper portion of my nose that didn’t fuse as well as he had hoped.
He said that I might need revision surgery in that area
I was a bit concerned and reminded him that I was leaving the area this weekend and wouldn’t be back for 1 month.
He said that it would be okay as it isn’t always the best thing to prematurely correct that issue immediately as it might fuse on it’s own as things continue to heal.
He set up the next follow up appointment for me for May 1, a few days after I plan to return back to Tampa for my next extended stay in the RV park on MacDill AFB.
In the meantime he wants me to put antibiotic ointment on that opening and to keep it covered with fresh band aides each day after I shower.
After getting home and having a chance to look a little bit closer at my nose, I noticed some other smaller openings in the lower section. However, since the surgeon didn’t say anything about that area when I saw him today, I’ll assume that this is normal for now and will heal over time.
After a few weeks while away at my brother’s house, if I don’t like my progress and feel a need to call the surgeon to discuss my concerns, I may decide to ultimately drive back (if necessary) to Tampa to see the surgeon before driving out again for the second leg of my trip to my other brother’s home in Orlando.
For the moment, I will just have to wait things out a bit and let the healing process continue.
Luv,
GARY
I do hope all goes well
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Not so good….Didn’t like the way the graft took and feel need to revisit the surgeon on Mon AM ( his next opportunity to see me). Makes things a bit challenging as I will move my RV on Sat to storagec and then will need to stay in a hotel on Sat/Sun
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That seems necessary
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it is looking good Gary . Maybe some R&R at your brothers is just what you need.
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Thanks Jodi. Going to delay my departure from the area until Mon afternoon. Having some complications near the suture site. Surgeon not available until Mon AM. Still plan to put RV in storage on Sat and then stay at a hotel on Sat & Sun. Just don’t feel comfortable being out of the area for 30 days until the surgeon looks at my concern.
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Im sorry to hear, but glad you are doing what is best. Hang in there friend! Hugs!
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I’ll try Jodi, but quite frankly…I hate feeling the way I do now. I feel so worn down and it is really taking a toll on me.
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😞❤️ hang in.
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Wishing you a speedy and safe recovery x
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Thank you Melanie. Have a slight complication with my surgery so I’m going to delay my departure from Tampa until Monday afternoon, after I see my surgeon on Monday morning
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Wishing you all the very best for your Monday appointment; hopefully your surgeon comes comes up with better solutions for you.
Take care x
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Thanks Melanie. I hope the surgeon tells me that things will heal well or makes alternative procedures to enhance the healing process.
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Crossing fingers for you.
x 🤞 x
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I hope the surgeon addresses your concerns on Monday and everything turns out to be well! Praying for you, Gary.
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Thanks Dolly. A bit anxious
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You have the right to be, but everything will turn out to be fine! Have a calm and peaceful weekend, Gary. Praying for you…
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I’ll try Dolly. Thanks for your encouragement.
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You’re very welcome, Gary! You have many friends rooting for you – a whole fan club!
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Thanks Dolly. You’re so kind.
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Very welcome – praying for you, as always.
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Don’t hesitate to get a second opinion if you aren’t happy, Gary. I am addicted to the plastic surgery series Botched and I notice they use medical leeches on areas of skin that don’t look healthy or aren’t recovering well. Wishing you the very best, Gary. K x
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I hope all this turns out okay. Right now everything looks horrible and I have been stuck inside and away from the public. I hate having to live this way right now. Weather has been so nice and I can’t enjoy it.
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Is it possible to stay at your brother’s until it starts to heal? I am so sorry to hear that you are feeling trapped. Love K x
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Will be going there after my follow on Dr appt on Mon, 3/25 to address some of my healing concerns. I’m now in the 30 day window where I had to move my RV out of the MacDill Park, so it’s now in storage until U return in a month.
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