Well, it turned out that I did need surgery.
I had surgery this past Wednesday. They knocked me out completely, which I was grateful for - I get a bit squeamish. Everything went fine. I'm not sure what all happened, because I didn't get to see the doctor afterwards, and he only talked to Jeff briefly. But the doctor put a pin in my pinky. I'm not sure if it's staying in or if it's only temporary. I'll find out more on Thursday at my follow-up appointment, when they may be putting a cast on (I have another big splint on for now).
Things went better after my surgery than I was expecting. The numbness that they put in my hand lasted for longer than 24 hours - at least partially - and this really helped with managing the pain.
They sent me home with Percocet, which I had heard could make you loopy and dizzy. I didn't have a very strong reaction to it - I just felt kind of foggy and tired - but I didn't like it. Fortunately, the pain was low enough by Friday night that I stopped taking it, and I haven't taken any since.
I don't like taking drugs, and I avoid taking them when possible. I don't like feeling out of control of my faculties. And I'm especially grateful that I was able to watch General Conference with a clear head.
I took Thursday and Friday off of work, but I'll be back on Monday.
Throughout all of this, Jeff has been a wonderful help and support. I'm so grateful for his love and patience.
So overall, my first surgery (I don't really count getting my wisdom teeth taken out as a surgery) went well.
3 comments:
We're glad it went well, too. Keep us updated!
I was just thinking, "I wonder how Christine is doing after her surgery" so thanks for the update. I am glad things are going well so far. I hate percocet - it totally knocks me out. I don't like taking drugs either - usually it is just ibuprofin for pain, and that is it.
Good luck with school tomorrow!
Hi Christine, I'm glad you're doing ok! It was great to see you also, and I'm glad you were there at the same time as I was so we both saw the same things happening. Sometimes it all seems so confusing. Anyway, I like your perspective, so I'm adopting it. Spencer just loves you and Jeff a ton and thanks for keeping in touch! Take Care of yourself and your pinky! (and Jeff!)
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