Surgery Recovery
For those who read this blog regularly, here is an update on the tumor.
Surgery to remove the entire right submandibular salivary gland yesterday (7/18) was successful. The doctor said he found no surprises. The mass/tumor was completely contained within the gland and removed. The tissue around the gland was inflamed and this required a drain. The drain was removed this afternoon.
The pathologist was confident the mass/tumor was benign.
I’m home and resting. My jaw, neck, and throat are sore, but Tylenol and a few painkillers seem to be keeping the pain under control.
My husband is a great caregiver. He’s home with me today.
Thank you for your prayers and messages of encouragement.
The two weeks prior to surgery I was in Denver helping care for a family member who was ill. Hospital duty can be exhausting! I was glad to get home Saturday and rest a few days.
Now it’s time to rest, lay on the couch in the air conditioning, and watch Downton Abbey Season 1.
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Midlifemimi
Rest up and heal well, praying for you!
KathleenBDuncan
Thank you. I’m trying to rest. The 110+ weather is making it easy to stay inside!!
granonine
so glad the surgery was successful, and no cancer.
KathleenBDuncan
I am very grateful!
Corina
Happy to hear it looks like it’s all okay. What a relief for all of you!
KathleenBDuncan
Yes! Until I woke up we weren’t sure if the nerve would be damaged. It wasn’t and I can still smile!
Anonymous
Praise God! Take it easy!
KathleenBDuncan
I’m resting a lot and will continue to do so the next few days.
David Ray Duncan
We are glad the surgery was a success and the tumor remains benign. God is good.
KathleenBDuncan
Yes, He is.
Gail
Enjoy Downton! Prayers for a rapid recovery
KathleenBDuncan
Thank you.