jess Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Paul I really hope lin is better soon xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Thinking of you both .... big hugs Paul...xxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99 Posted November 2, 2013 Author Share Posted November 2, 2013 hi everyone sorry I haven't been around I've just been sent home to get some sleep lin was taken down to theatres at 11am yesterday and came onto the ward at 6-30 last night. after all the drs hanging around and trying to listen to them about what they were going to do including the plastic surgeon doing his thing to fill and close the wound all came to nothing, lins own surgeon who was on annual leave came in to look after lin , I was shocked when I was told but boy was I happy for lin , he has taken the plate out as it was at risk he has asked for it to be remodelled slightly larger as the infection got to her own skull bone and to sterilise so he can reuse it late he has removed approx. 1/2 inch all round and debrided the wound and removed all the damage and affected tissue. and has closed it without skin grafts I was stunned and surprised over what he had done but also happy because lin gave me the most wonderful smile and intent gaze into my eyes lin was very alert when she came back I just sat there and cried and held her hands. lin did have a couple of moans during the night but still settled I know when I kissed her before the op she cried herself lin knew what was going to happen and I did ask her not to leave me behind that's when her tears came. I haven't got the nerve to tell her that they have taken all her hair off because the hair was covered in the exudate from the wound it was everywhere. lins had a quite day and restful so the staff will ring me should they need anything or lins gets unsettled thank you all so very much for all your support it has helped both lin and me I cant thank you enough bless you all love to you all hugs and cuddles xx Paul and lin im off to bed god bless you all and thank you from the bottom of my heart and then some Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Hi Paul such wonderful news that all went well How lovely to read that Lin gave you such a lovely smile and was very alert ! So happy Lin's Surgeon came in from his annual leave to look after her. You are both in my prayers and I wish for all things good to come your way....God knows you so both deserve this ! Rest up Paul. Take care love Tina xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kempse Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Oh Paul, I can't begin to imagine how you've got through the past few days. What a super, caring surgeon you have there for Lin. It sounds like he has worked wonders on the wound. I love the fact that she gave you that wonderful smile after the op. You must be exhausted Paul, so wishing you a peaceful and restful evening/night. Sarah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 That's such good news Paul and I'm so relieved for you ... keeping everything crossed and sending much love xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Mario Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 What a huge relief Paul, I am so pleased for the pair of you. Sending hugs to Lin and you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hwyaden Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 oh that's brilliant news - i bet you'll treasure that smile!!! so pleased for you both and well done to her doctor for coming in early!!! :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daffodil Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Wishing sweet dreams tonight for you and Lin x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithH Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 I don't think I can ever tire of reading this thread. Wishing you all the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lin-lin Posted November 2, 2013 Share Posted November 2, 2013 Bless you Paul. Big hugs to you and Lin. With love, as always, L xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 Paul and Lin So relieved and pleased for you both - I've been keeping tabs on this thread but didn't want to post til I knew everything was OK. Sending you both tonnes of love Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted November 3, 2013 Share Posted November 3, 2013 Sending you both big hugs... cant add more everyone else has said it. xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winb143 Posted November 4, 2013 Share Posted November 4, 2013 Good luck to both of you, may all be well now !! xx keeping fingers crossed for Lin xx Rest now WinB143 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99 Posted November 5, 2013 Author Share Posted November 5, 2013 my dearest friends I've come home early today to have a shower and some rest before I go back in the morning. lin looks bright eyed today lin is still on antibiotics and will be for the next four weeks, the consultant will take lin down to theatres over the next day or so to place a main line in her neck so that they can release lin back to the home and the specialist nurse from the district can give lin her antibiotics via the main line. we had a bit of a laugh this morning with the staff who came in to turn lin and to freshen her up I did warn them because they hadn't given lin her yakult they had better get the wellies on 45mins later they had finished turning lin and four changes of sheets and hospital gowns it really lightened my day up , sorry just my sense of humour I will let your mind conclude the intervening time frame as to what transpired. I also told lin about her hair her eyes went so wide with I think shock it was comical but I did calm her down by saying that she can have it coloured when it grows back but its the look she gave sorry its my humour again. I have lodged a strong complaint against the dr who saw lin 8 days ago and its being taken to the top without hesitation so I will wait and see what the outcome will be. may I repeat myself bless you all for caring about lin from the bottom of my heart thank you so very much god bless and be safe xx paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 All good news Paul .... especially seeing your sense of humour returning ... xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hwyaden Posted November 5, 2013 Share Posted November 5, 2013 so great to keep hearing good news!! you'd better tell the staff to get waders next time!!! you can tell lin our daughter shaved her hair in solidarity with his dad when he had his bleed and now she's got the most beautiful pixie-style hair which she dyes a different colour each week, so lin will be very fashionable while it grows out! xxxxxxxxxxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 Such wonderful news Paul :) xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul99 Posted November 11, 2013 Author Share Posted November 11, 2013 hi everyone I have just taken lin back to the home as the surgeon has released her and lin will take some antibiotics for the next month. this op has taken a great deal out of lin in the car lin looked out the windows for a while then fell asleep the staff at the home were a little upset that lin had lost her hair but it is growing back now I think the staff are going to have fun finding the sutures on Friday and Saturday when they start removing them as lins hair is just that long to hide them anyway I will close for now good night and god bless xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Nice to hear that Lin is back Paul. xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Really pleased she is back hope lin keeps getting better xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hwyaden Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 great news - here's to her recovery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 So pleased Lin is back home xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Darling Paul - so very glad that Lin is back home with you - big hugs to you both xxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m150984 Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 Hey Paul, I just read all of your story and this has given me a lot of hope for my brother. I have been sharing all the stories I read on here with my other family members as they are struggling to cope and I would like to share the positivity I gain from being on here. Wishing you and Lin well Michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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