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GRRRRRRRRR I HATE LE..........

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  • purple32
    purple32 Member Posts: 1,767
    edited October 2012

    do you REALLY think I should wait on the z-pac?????

    I know I wouldnt , but then , I have been called a rebel!

    Just ask yourself this - what do you think your DR would do or, if he is a man, what he would want his wife to do ?
    Then, do that !  Do what your heart tells you.

    Thank goodness the infection was ' caught '.  Now, go ahead and FIGHT IT!

  • binney4
    binney4 Member Posts: 1,466
    edited October 2012

    Gma, GOOD FOR YOU for noticing and alerting your doctor. Praying that Z-pak will knock the infection out of commission tonight.

    As for the CPAP--it's a miracle machine. You're gonna love actually waking up rested. Looking forward to that with you!
    Binney

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    Z-pak started.. Wound cleaned, antibiotic cream added, new gauze on.. Now off to bed & take my gabapentin. Other pain med taken earlier.



    DH has a job out of town. I will go with him to just rest & be with him as he drives. Hope that is not a mistake.

  • mags20487
    mags20487 Member Posts: 1,092
    edited October 2012

    well poop a doop GMA...rest up lady and take care of yourself.  We are all hugging you right now

    Maggie

  • mags20487
    mags20487 Member Posts: 1,092
    edited October 2012

    oh and since it has been a while since I said this

    GRRRRRRRRRR!!! I HATE LE!!!!!

    MAGGIE

  • purple32
    purple32 Member Posts: 1,767
    edited October 2012

     I will go with him to just rest & be with him as he drives.

    The " be with him" part sounds like a good idea right about now- maybe not ideal, but you are doing all you can so, yes, I would be doing just what you are .

    Get better!

  • KittyDog
    KittyDog Member Posts: 656
    edited October 2012

    So sorry.  Go with hubby and rest!

    I go Monday to find out what garments I got for my legs.  They are finally here...don't you think it took long enough and no I quit wrapping 6 weeks ago.  You can only do so much and right now I can't even stand the compression around my feet.  My neuropathy pain has been horrible for the last week and it didn't help I took my daughter the fair this week.  Arm is doing okay but the trunk is a little puffy today.  I did have my allergy testing yesterday and no reaction to food but today I have nice little red dots which they said was not uncommon.  If they are still there tomorrow I will call them.

    So this is what the allergist thinks.  Chemo changed my body and when I am ill and start with the throwing up my body thinks different now and I start itching and breaking out in hives.  THANKS CHEMO...the gift that keeps on giving in my new life..as if LE all over wasn't bad enough.  So he change my allergy medicine and loaded me up with atarx to use as needed.  He too thinks I may have some scar tissue from Rads and to get the EGG and colonoscopy.  Great..no more excuses.  

    Oh and when I put on my compression on the day I went to the fair, I used some of the compression glue around my ankles so the fluid would'nt pool there because they like to roll down.  Some of the reason I was in pain...when I took them off I had nice hot red whelps where the glue was. One more thing I can't use anymore.   

  • binney4
    binney4 Member Posts: 1,466
    edited October 2012

    Aaaugh, Kittydog! I can't use the adhesive stuff either. Same reason. They get like burns. No good at all. I hope your ankles are better now--nasty! Please let us know how the new garments are. Glad they finally got there, but not exactly a treat.Frown Sure hope they fit after all this!

    I've been using the Circaid JuxtaFit leg garments for my leg LE and really like them. Easy on/off and reasonably comfortable. Give 'em a look!

    Hugs,
    Binney

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    Kittydog - thanks and I can't take adhesive either including the bandage the BS tried to put over my open wound... I have some stuff called polymem that the LE T gave me - not adhesive necessary - just put the gauze in the middle of it and it holds with my sports bra on.. 

    I did take the 2 pills last night and glad I did - between the RX antibiotic cream and the Z-pak - things are starting to be less red and is back within my circle this morning... Going to have a nice drive with my DH - he has a work call out of town. Amazing that by the time I pack all the stuff I need to keep wound clean and LE bag, while I'm gone, I need a diaper bag LOL.. What do we call these bags now that we are older? LOL Have a good day all.

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited October 2012

    GMA, so glad to see your post and that you are taking the meds and they seem to be helping.

    Now don't over do it girl friend, be nice to yourself.  Let me think, how to pass the time in the car on a long drive...music, soothing music ad if you fall asleep, good for you.

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    Forgot to ask and I can't remember - Can I wear my sleeves during this infection issue??? I know - NO MLD..

  • binney4
    binney4 Member Posts: 1,466
    edited October 2012

    Gma, elevate, stay really well hydrated, and maybe wait until at least tomorrow before you use compression. You want to make sure the infection's on the run.

    Have a relaxing day,
    Binney

  • hugz4u
    hugz4u Member Posts: 1,818
    edited October 2012

    OH Kitty and Gma I just want to give you the gentlest hug (so as not to hurt you) Let us know how it is going. Try and get a few deep breaths of fresh air even if it is just outside your front door. It will refresh you and your LE will appreciate it.

  • ohio4me
    ohio4me Member Posts: 323
    edited October 2012

    Just returned from a successful flight to/from Ohio to San Francisco. Little Martha (LE arm) behaved very nicely during the flights and during my 8 days away from home.

    For me, successful flights include starting out doing Lebed with the video - or doing as much as I can remember if I can't view the video. I follow this with a good 15-20 of MLD and then my compression sleeve. In flight - I get a window seat so I can stretch Little Martha without annoying seat mates. I stretch frequently during the flight. I don't like to drink water during the flight (because of the dingy bathrooms) but I get a cup of ice I nibble on during the flight. During layovers - I get in some airport walking, lots of water, more stretches and MLD (with my sleeve on). Not sure how effective MLD is through the sleeve but this process seems to be working for me. And then MLD again once I at my destination.

    I have hauled my Flexi-Touch with me on four business trips now and never got it out of the suitcase. I think I will leave it at home next trip. The extra luggage is aggravating.

    I am gaining confidence flying which is a good thing. However, I came home sick with a head cold! Don't know if it was flight related or what. San Fran weather was beautiful and warm - maybe I am just still more suspectible to germs. I'm only 10 months out from chemo completion and only 7 months from radiation completion. I'm thinking my body just needs more time to fully recover.

    Oh well - no Grrrrr today.

  • mags20487
    mags20487 Member Posts: 1,092
    edited October 2012

    crap crap crap...i think i am getting cellulitis again but this sux cuz i am having diep in 11 days...i have waited 4 mos for this date and i hope it will not b delayed!!!

    maggie

  • binney4
    binney4 Member Posts: 1,466
    edited October 2012

    Oh, Mags, get help quick! And please do keep in touch.

    Gentle hugs, prayers for quick healing,
    Binney

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited October 2012

    Ohio--I remember getting shingles and continual UTIs during the first year after rads ended.  It took a retired nurse pal to remind me that my immunes system was still for crud!  She was right, it just takes time.  Course, 4 years out and still getting my fun UTIs!

  • mags20487
    mags20487 Member Posts: 1,092
    edited October 2012

    owie owie...cellulitis all right...got my meds in me and hope it goes as quickly as it came on...this stuff is fast...got it elevated and water water water.  will be so beyond mad if my new boobs have to wait

    maggie

  • Tina337
    Tina337 Member Posts: 516
    edited October 2012

    Maggie, hope everything heals quickly!

  • purple32
    purple32 Member Posts: 1,767
    edited October 2012

    Good luck maggie ....rest up!

  • Marple
    Marple Member Posts: 10,154
    edited October 2012

    Mags, fingers crossed your diep won't be delayed.  Here's to a speedy response to the anitbiotics.

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    Mags - you take care and get better soon!!!!

    Question??? The hole is starting to get smaller but I am still leaking alot of yellow yuck and it hurts like you wouldn't believe (maybe you all do know how much that hurts)... Even though it looks like it is healing on the outside - can I be in trouble on the inside??? I have 2 more days on the z-pak.. just keep it cleaned out and keep up with the antibiotics???? Should I be calling the surgeon on Monday or can I wait until tuesday and give him a call??? I know that is really a stupid question, isn't it??

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited October 2012

    I think if you are concerned Monday morning then call the doc and discribe how it looks.  It seems to be improving so continue to be gentle with your self.

  • mags20487
    mags20487 Member Posts: 1,092
    edited October 2012

    remind me again when I can do MLD again and start to wear compression after this cellulitis crap????

    gma....you are such a strong lady to have to deal with this!... proud is right call the doc tomorrow..that is what we pay them a ridiculous amount of money for!

    Maggie

  • purple32
    purple32 Member Posts: 1,767
    edited October 2012

    Gma

    Call your DR  MON morn., and ask!
    If they are anything like my DR you will be lucky to get an answer by TUES.

    So glad to hear you are on the mend.

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    It is looking better this morning. the hole is getting smaller but around the hole is very red.. not as icky this morning though but still yellow.. I take my last dose today. wondering if I will need another round... Haven't done any MLD or sleeves but my arms really ache this morning - I put my sleeves on.. hope I'm not making a mistake.

  • proudtospin
    proudtospin Member Posts: 4,671
    edited October 2012

    If you have any doubt about what to do CALL!  Mano but sometimes in my expereince, docs will give only the min antibiotic so maybe you will need anothe round.  CALL girl!

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    Really having a hard time staying awake for work with the pain meds... hopefully this will soon pass..sleeping

    REALLY I'm Awake!!!

    sunny sun

  • gmafoley
    gmafoley Member Posts: 5,978
    edited October 2012

    BS called back. Said no more antibiotics, let it leak, and see you next week. Grrrrrrrrrrrrr

  • Cindyl
    Cindyl Member Posts: 498
    edited October 2012

    The z-pac is supposed to keep working  a week or so after you finish, right? 

    Hope you get ahead of this soon. 

    Got my new sleeve.  Seems to be a really good fit, yay! 

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