Day 3. Martyn had a slight hitch as the surgey took longer than expected, so his bowel sulked. No sulky kidney for him, just a sulky bowel. He contracted gastroenteritis, so he's been uncomfortable. Never seen a man so excited about having his bowels opened. So a slight set back, he may be in for another 2 to 3 days. As for me, the physician said today that Martyn's kidney is doing a fine job. Creatinine is 108, so already well down. Pain managable. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I'm loving the catheter; although I have successfully managed to roll over it on the wheel chair. Still can't believe I only had a transplant 3 days ago, its just amazing. Lots and lots of drugs, whoopy! I may need some units of blood tomorrow.
Fantastic group of women and as expected we've got a little community group set up. Early morning cups of tea, comparing notes, and generally all holding our stitches when we laugh. Andy says I look cute in a rolly polly sort of way. I do indeed look like Mr Stay-Puff. I am in awe of people's stories, experiences and ability to show great compassion in such adversity. The staff are just superb, the food is challenging, and the surgery stockings arre just the sexiest thing you've ever seen. Feeling rough today, over-did it yesterday. I love the idea of Andy bring my personal secretary. Trace x
Sounds like you're doing amazingly well Tracey! I just hope Martyn improves pretty soon he must be feeling like s**t - literally!!!I just knew you'd make friends in there & getting your little group together - well, that's just you all over! But don't overdo it, u HAVE just had major surgery after all!!! Thinking of you, loads of love Jacki xxxxx
ReplyDeleteonly way I can find to say hello - lost the way to comment - again! sorry inept with this and so glad you're letting us know this way how you are and what's happening but since Sunday...know you're home and hoping Martyn is too and as others have said hope food and company good and not too much pain! I can't believe it. you've both been through it! can't wait to talk on the phone. much love and hugs from Suzanne in sunny cold London this Friday morning - loved seeing your gorgeous conservatory and thinking spring and summer will come.....
DeleteGreat to hear that it all went well and you are recovering so quickly. I can't wait to see the comments from Jen and Pete when you are both home and they have to look after TWO poorly parents!! One way to get your own back!
ReplyDeleteAll our love and best wishes for a full and speedy recovery. God bless, Jayne and Dave!
Great to hear you're doing so well, are you going to ask them if you can have the catheter as a souvenir?
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Hi Tracey
ReplyDeleteIt's Sue from across the road (Frederick Street) here! Now firmly housed in Redhill, Surrey but I've thought about you, Martin, Jenny and Pete every day since I arrived; David spoke to Martin today and I'm so glad and relieved things have gone so well for you all. You have all been pretty much in my thoughts since you told us your news and I wanted you to know that I am sending you much love, positive thoughts and excitement for your future in this blog. A card is on its way and we'll telephone again some time either next week or the week after, we'll let you settle back home first.
Much love to you all. X
Hi Tracey and Marytn
ReplyDeleteIt was great to see you both on Sunday. We feel so much better for seeing you in the flesh, so to speak !! I hope your pain is a bit more manageable and that Martyn is recovering. He must be a bit teed off having his stay in hospital extended but needs must.
I won't be able to visit in the next few days as I have a cold so keeping well away from both of you until it's gone.
Hope the soup is a little better this week.
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Josie and Bill
Great to hear you left hospital today Tracey and hope you enjoy some tasty home cooked meals and more comfort
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