Harold is again recovering better than expected. Yesterday’s surgery included two separate craniotomy sites. One on the top of his head and one on the lower back of his head. We were prepared for more than normal pain. Instead he has experienced less. We were expecting temporary cognitive impairment or balance issues. There have been none. Granted we are in the honeymoon stage of post op before swelling causes problems but still, the doctors and nurses have him labeled. Harold is doing very well.
He got the overachiever title from the ICU nurses
because he was up taking walks around the unit. When it came time for
neurological exams, he did the testing then challenged them with some new tricks. He got the
title of curve breaker from his surgeon who has now made five incisions in
Harold’s skull. It’s not a record but he’s pushing the curve. When he was transferred
to a regular room this evening his new nurses had gotten the word. Something
extraordinary is going on here.
Yes, Harold has some labels. Some are deserved, some perhaps not. But this label is sure: Harold has been blessed and we are grateful.
Way to go, Harold! Knock it out o' the park!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Janet. Today has been another good day. We are heading home tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteI check in here often, even sometimes without commenting. You continue to be amazing!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your continued interest and support! It is greatly appreciated. We are hoping to be discharged in the next hour.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the update. Lots of love to you this Valentine's Day.
ReplyDeleteWe send our love back. It is great to be home.
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