Andy is back in surgery

[Cincy'sMom]

I hope Kimmy doesn't mind me starting this as a new thread, but since the other threadis pretty long and last night's update was pretty good, I wanted to make sure people saw it...( this was posted at about 8:50 am EST)


Originally posted by ramanth
The doctors just called, Andy's being taken into emergancy surgery and they requested the parents be there.

We had just woken up so his mom told me to take a breath and a shower.

Andy, you and his family is in our prayers.

[Aspen and Misty]

Prayers on the way!

I hope everything is going good.

Ashley

[Logan]

Oh dear. Andy is remaining in our prayers.

[aly]

I hope all is well :(

I'm sending all of my prayers and love to Kimmy and Andy.

Please get well soon, Andy.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hi God ~

Please be with Andy and guide the surgeons this morning.

And please hold Kimmy and the Folks in your Loving arms.

Thanks God.

/s/ the Prayer Pups

[GraciesMommy]

I am praying all is going well and this will help him get on the road to recovery~ big hugs to the whole family

[Cinder & Smoke]

At 10:55 AM the hospital will only say "He's IN Surgery."

Kimmy's cell phone was going dead, so I haven't spoken to her.

Please send some PT Prayers to help the surgeons.

{{{HUGS}}} to Andy and Kimmy

/s/ Phred

[Karen]

Yikes, poor Andy! Hope they reallly really fix him this time for sure!

[zippy-kat]

{{hugs}}

[lovemyshiba]

Prayers continued for Kimmy and Andy.

[luckies4me]

Prayers on the way for you to get well Andy.

[tatsxxx11]

Keeping you, Andy and your family close to my heart and in my prayers Kimmy. All fingers and paws crossed for a successful surgery and complete, swift recovery! Love and hugs to you Kimmy. I'll be on pins and needles till we get an update. {{{HUGS}}} Sandra

[shais_mom]

:( It's 12:15 pm and no update.
:(
Keeping everyone in positive thoughts and prayers.

[Kfamr]

I hope everything's going well. :(
We're thinking of you all.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Just talked to Kimmy ~

Andy is "OK" and
OUT of Surgery

He's a really Sick Puppy, though :(

The quick story is that he's on "blood thinners" to prevent blood clots
from forming in his lungs...
and the thinned blood is *leaking* -
he was bleeding internally. :(

Early this morning his blood pressure suddenly dropped and they
thought something tore or pulled loose -
so rushed hin into surgery and had to give him a
blood transfusion.

Didn't do major open chest surgery - just went back into the
little slit they used yesterday...
but found "nothing wrong" - no tears or pull-aparts.

He's on a respirator to ease the burden on his lungs;
and they will try to adjust his meds to correct the blood consistency.

He should be moving back up to the 8th Floor ICU rooms soon.

PLEASE - Keep the PT Prayers flowing for Andy and Kimmy!!

/s/ Phred @ 12:30 P

[Edwina's Secretary]

Kim and Andy....Iwill think of nothing all day but good wishes for the two of you....

Sara

[tatsxxx11]

Thanks for the upadate Phred. Oh dear, what an ordeal Andy and the family are going through:( I can't wait to hear that he's stablizied and settled in the ICU. And hopefully he'll be off that respirator soon. If you talk to Kimmy, please tell her I'm thinking of her and Andy and the family and send my love...prayers continue for his quick recovery. Love, Sandra

[RobiLee]

Positive thoughts and prayers for Andy, Kimmy and all of the family.

[Jods]

Oh my gosh, just when you think it's all over.... Get well soon andy were all praying and hoping for you!!:(

[Randi]

We'll keep sending positive thoughts and healing vibes to Andy, we SO hope it all goes well and he's back on the top floor soon!

Hugs to you, Kimmy! :)

[trayi52]

Prayers and lots of positive thoughts for Andy, Kimmy and the rest of the family today.

Willie

[Barbara]

Sending all our best thoughts to Kim and Andy!!!!!!

Thanks for the update!

[ChrisH]

Continuing prayers and positive thoughts for Andy.

[jazzcat]

Andy and Kimmy, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

[Lilith Cherry]

All good thoughts and prayers for Andy

[gini]

Oh, what a terrible ordeal for all of you. You can count on my prayers that Andy will be comfortable soon.

Poor Kim, you must be so worried.

[shais_mom]

how scary.
Andy, Kimmy and the whole family are still in my thoughts.

[slick]

More prayers and {{{HUGS}}} on the way.

slick
xo

[Cincy'sMom]

Thanks for keeping us posted Phred. I hope everything is finally settled now, and Andy can be on the road to recovery.

Keeping the whole family in our thoughts.

[moosmom]

I just saw this thread. My eyes are welled up thinking about what they are going through.

My thoughts and prayers are with Andy, Kimmy and the families.

Please God, help them all through this ordeal!!

[popcornbird]

Oh gosh. :( Poor Andy. I'm praying hard that he recovers soon. Please keep the updates coming.

[Vio&Juni]

Oh dear, I'll keep thinking of you both.

[LoudLou]

Positive thoughts and prayers for a quick recovery.

[Cinder & Smoke]

;)

*Spidey-Boy*
is still "Doin OK" ~

Kimmy reports that >>>

He's in his own private ICU room -
hooked up to enough hospital equipment that he could probably
launch a shuttle if he knew which buttons to push...

Still on the ventilator to make breathing easier; and heavily sedated
so he doesn't *fuss* with the tube in his mouth and throat.

The Nurses don't want folks "bothering" Andy, so
Kimmy, Mom & Dad all went home for a breather.
They'll head back in a while to squeeze in another visit with Andy
before the Ward Police do the 8 PM *raid* and throw everyone
out for the night.

If all goes well, they *might* take him off the ventilator for
the night - but no promises have been made.

Please keep the Kind Thoughts and Prayers flowing for Andy and Kimmy!

/s/ Phred @ 5:20
.

[Cincy'sMom]

Thanks for keeping us updated Phred. Glad to hear Andy is still doing okay.

[ramanth]

Amy, that was sweet of you to start a new thread.

It's been a rough day, that's for sure. We also found out that he did have a blood clot :eek: along with the blood loss and that was removed. It's heart breaking to see him in this state. He looks so fragile.

I don't think I'll be able to fully relax until he's out of ICU.

They originally said they'd take him off the respirator an hour after the surgery....then they wanted to wait a little longer....and a little longer.

So while it's in, he's heavily sedated. The nurses are watching him like a hawk.

Thank you so much all of you, for your continued support. You are all blessings. I'd give you all a huge hug if I could see you.

Love and HUGS,
me, Andy, and the family

[Cinder & Smoke]

Pssssst....

Did you call YOUR Mom yet??

DO IT!! :p

[ramanth]

LOL! Yes I did. :D Before I posted too! ;)


Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
Pssssst....

Did you call YOUR Mom yet??

DO IT!! :p

[RobiLee]

Prayers still coming, Kimmy and lots of hugs too!!

Robin

[Cataholic]

OH, Andy and Kimmy! I am glad to hear Andy is recovering. What an awful day! Please keep getting better and stronger, Andy.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Oh my! What an ordeal this whole thing has been! I sure hope he recovers for good this time and can come home and really start healing.

Terry says if you need to get some meat on his bones, just send him here for a week - Terry will fatten him up. McDonald's double cheeseburgers everyday for lunch with large fries! Oooh, now I'm starting to feel sick. ;)

I'm so glad everything went well today. Will be thinking of you both and praying he gets better once and for all!

{{{hugs}}} to both of you.

Thanks for the uppydates Phred. It's nice to have someone on the "inside" to keep us informed. :)

[Logan]

Kimmy, we know how precious Andy is to you, and we are praying like all get out that he will be better, and soon. :) Thinking many positive thoughts, here. :)

[Kater]

Many prayers on the way for Andy! Hopefully this will be his last surgery for a loooong time!
{{{HUGS}}}

[Cinder & Smoke]

The "insider" can't reach Kimmy -
Her cell phone may have a dead battery... :(

I checked with the ICU Nurses and they kicked all the Family out
for the night at about 8 PM.

Andy is "OK" and resting / sleeping like they want him to do.

They didn't remove the ventilator yet - so he'll have to put up
with that discomfort all night. :(

Nurse was polite, and in her "I can't tell you ANYthing" way
hinted that Andy was really doing OK.
She said they would possibly remove the ventilator in the morning.

Don't know if we'll hear form Kim again tonight or not...
she's probably so tired she can hardly think.

More Prayers for Andy and Kimmy would be appreciated!!

Rest well, Andy ~ Hope you're feeling better by morning!!

{{{HUGS}}} to You and Kimmy!! ;)

.

[lbaker]

I meant to do this when I got home from work today but have just now lit my candle in the window for Andy (and Kimmy and family too of course). So many thoughts and prayers flying from all over to you Andy.. sleep well and wake with a smile.

[AmberLee]

Thanks for the update, Phred.

{{{Hugs to Kimmy, Andy, and to all who are concerned about him}}}

Prayers continuing.

[lizzielou742]

ramanth - I can't believe I missed this whole thread. It must be such a scary thing for you guys to go through. I hope this last surgery fixes things forever and you never have to go through this again. I'm keeping you in my thoughts, and hoping things get back to normal fast!

[catnapper]

My gosh, I just noticed this thread now! {{HUGS}}} and prayers on their way that he continues to do well. What a truly scary experience.

[ramanth]

Last uppiedate for the night:

Like Phred said, he'll be on the ventilator all night but he's so sedated he should sleep well. He said this morning before he went into surgery that he didn't sleep at all last night.

I got to the hospital at 7 and they were giving him 2 units of blood. His brother and I were a bit concerned but the nurses said his blood count had dropped a little and the doctor figured a few units wouldn't hurt. They didn't seem too concerned. As we were leaving the nurses said he'd get one more unit as a 'pick me up'.

They hope to remove the ventilator in the morning.

*fingers crossed*

The nurse said she'd call if there was a problem.

So no news is good news.

I love you guys!!! Night!

[Vermontcat]

I have been following the threads about poor Andy from the beginning but haven't had time to post until now.
Hugs to you Kimmy and I hope that Andy is doing better in the morning and that he can get off the ventilator soon.
The ICU nurses will keep an eye on him for you tonight while you get some much needed sleep.
Get well soon Andy.

[Cookiebaker]

Many prayers being said for you and Andy tonight, Kimmy. Get lots of resst so you can be strong for him when he comes home!!

[Vio&Juni]

Yes, no news is good news. We're still thinking about you.

[Barbara]

I checked this thread first thing in the morning and hope Andy gets the sleep he needs. Thinking of you both and your family:)

[delidog]

Oh Kimmi,
I just saw this....Please know that You,Andy and your families are in our Thoughts & Prayers!!!!

[Cincy'sMom]

Still thinking of Andy and hoping thigs are going well this morning. Maybe that ventilator has even been removed?

[4 Dog Mother]

I just saw this thread this morning. Guess I wasn't on the computer much yesterday. Anyway, I was very sorry to hear that Andy had to have more surgery and had such a tough day. Hopefully today will bring better things and he will begin to mend quickly. Thoughts and prayers coming your way, Andy, Kimmy and families!

[cloverfdx]

More get well wishes on the way for Andy. I was out of town yesterday and without a computer, i was worried all day.

{{Hugs}}

[ramanth]

Thanks everyone.

So far, no phone calls. :) Andy's mom and I are heading out the door now. We're hoping the ventilator will be already removed when we get there!

*fingers crossed*

*HUGS*

[cloverfdx]

Good luck, i hope Andy has been taken off the ventilator.

*Fingers crossed aswell*

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)

Andy's Breathing Tube should be *out* by now!! :D

Kimmy was greeted this morning by his Nurse announcing that
the Tech was on the way up to remove the breathing tube!! :D

Andy is still heavily sedated -
it will be a few hours before he really wakes up -
but he should be feeling a LOT better with the tube out.

Also means the Family can spend some quality time with him -
up to now they haven't been encouraged to either talk to or
"touch" him - they wanted him to remain quiet and resting...

He might not be ready for sprints down the hall -
but he's certainly in better condition than he was! ;)

Keep the PT Prayers and Good Wishes flowing ~
they MUST be working!!

FEEL BETTER SOON - Andy!!

{{{HUGS}}} to you and Kimmy!!

:D
.

[cloverfdx]

Thanks for the update Phred :).

[Dogz]

I am so happy to hear some good news.

Thank you SO much, Phred for keeping us all updated. Of course, a big thanks to Kim for her updates, too.

*HUGS* to Andy, Kim, & their family.


More thoughts and prayers coming for a quick recovery.

[Cincy'sMom]

Thanks Kimmy and Phred for the updates. Glad to hear things are getting better.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Prayers on the way until Andy is all well!

[Miss Meow]

I'm so glad there's some good news. What a dreadful time for poor Andy!

{{{hugs}}} to you all and hoping for Andy's quick recovery.

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so glad to hear that Andy is doing much better.:) Prayers and positive thoughts are still being sent his way. {{{HUGS}}}

[gini]

Continuing prayers for Andy for his complete recovery. And also prayers will be said for you Kim, and family as you stand beside him.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)

Andy's *wakin up* :) and starting to communicate in *words*!! :)
He's still a bit *FUZZIE* and drifts off into La-La Land;
but he should be able to put together a full sentence pretty soon. :p

They took away ALL the supplemental oxygen (he's now breathing
plain ole room air) AND are slowly cranking up the bed from horizontal
to a more upright position.

The head White Coat visited and said it was time to quit goofin around -
Orders are that the Nurses are to have Andy SITTIN inna Chair
before lites out tonight!! :D

They've been rolling him around in the bed to limber him up;
and fluids are now flowing in and out to everyone's satisfaction.

Solid Food is still a distant memory, but he got a "Treat" - a Popsicle -
for being good!
Kim says she'll "bait" him into the chair with the promise of another popsicle!

Miz Kimmy is finally starting to sound a lil bit more "chipper" :) -
I think everyone is seeing *PROGRESS* being made! :)

Plans are for the Family to eat in the cateteria and then return
for the scheduled Chair Sitting!
Hopefully he'll be Out of Bed before 8 PM.

Kimmy is going to call her Boss and ask for tomorrow off.
She promises to *relaxe* a bit when they move Andy out of the ICU room
and into a "regular" room. I think that may happen sometime on Monday.

Let's all *Pray* for Andy getting his legs back in operation this evening -
a trip to the Chair might not seem like much - but to Andy it will
probably feel like a 5-mile Hike!

GO ANDY! Go *GET* that Chair!

:D
.

[slick]

Good news Phred and thanks for the uppydate. I continue my prayers for the family and I'll light a special candle on the mantel for him.

[Karen]

Go, Andy, go! :)

I know how weird it is, and how strange to want to stand up, but not have your body respond like you expect it to. In fact, expect tons of "pins and needles" like after a really boring lecture hall ...

Kimmy, buy him the goofiest slippers you can find, so when he looks down, he'll grin. That also helps when he's up to walking, he'll be the talk of the floor - that's how it worked for me, when I had my great big tiger slippers - everyone was jealous of them, and they were really warm, too, which helps. Hospitals always seem cold - specially when you've just got one of those cotton "gowns" to keep you warm - NOT!

We're pulling for you! (That "we" includes my bell choir and church choir, too!)

[wolflady]

Prayers and good vibes are on the way from me too. I've been following Andy's threads and sending prayers, but I wanted to post here to let you know that I was thinking of you too. I'm happy to see Phred's uppydates and that hopefully he'll be "chaired" today! :D

Many thoughts and prayers and love from me and my furrballs!
**hugs**
Karen

[captain]

Hugs, prayers, and chairs on their way to you Kimmy!!! :D

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)

He's FULLY Alert and *Talkin* again!! :D

Spent so much time *Talkin* he forgot to "get up". :p
(I think it was a lame excuse!)

Andy had a bunch of Visitors and started jabberin;
DID do some moving of his legs and feet;
just ran out of time to try the Chair Dash. :(

The Breathing Therapy Techs visited and gave him some breathing exercises -
He got several GOOD BOYs for his efforts!

Everyone seems *Pleased* with Andy's PROGRESS today!! :D

Then the Nurse came in about 7:30 and gave him a dose of
KnockOut Dropz that had him *snoring* in minutes...
so much for the Chair Dash! :rolleyes:


Originally posted by Karen

Go, Andy, go! :)

Kimmy, buy him the goofiest slippers you can find,
so when he looks down, he'll grin.

Message Delivered, Karen!
Kimmy got a *chuckle* from it.
Wonder if they sell Goofie Slippurz in the Gift Shoppe??

Please remember Andy and Kim in you Bed Tyme Prayers tonight!

REST UP tonight, Andy ~
Plan on being OUT of bed tomorrow!! :p

/s/ Phred
.

[ramanth]

Phred pretty much covered it all! :D We were so loud when were leaving and Andy barely twitched. :eek:

That musta been some GOOD knock out juice! :D ;)

Lets hope for a 'chair dash' tomorrow and I'm definitely going to look for some goofy slippers. :D

[Logan]

Kimmy, I know this has been a long and difficult weekend for all of you. I'm glad he was alert and got to visit with all of you tonight, though before they knocked him out. Hopefully tomorrow will be an even better day.

You all remain in our prayers.

Logan

[Cincy'sMom]

Glad to hear a positive report!! Hope things continue to go well tomorrow.

[RobiLee]

Prayers, prayers and more prayers! I'm hoping to hear more positive news tommorow.

Great big hugs........Robin

[NoahsMommy]

Oh Kimmy,

What a dreadful weekend for you and your loved ones. Please take care and know we're all praying for you and Andy.

Love, Kelly

[shais_mom]

Glad to hear Andy is feeling better!
Continued thoughts and prayers.

[Barbara]

I am so glad Andy is back to standard breathing!

Now the next target is the chair:)

If you buy posicles for him look that you get nice creamy icecream with many calories :D

All the best wishes for both of you and your families:)

[lynnestankard]

Sorry I missed this Kim - mea culpa - mea culpa!!

I'm so relieved, after reading through this whole thread - that Andy is off the ventilator and talking up a storm and maybe today he'll manage to get into that chair! Go for it Andy.

Keeping you all in thoughts and prayers {{{{Hugs}}} across the miles. xxxx

Lynne

[Cinder & Smoke]

Uhhhh... where's his Secretarial Staff??

10 AM ~ Kimmy not answering her cell...

OK - We ring the Hospital - expecting to hear a Kimmy-voice pick up...

"Hello?" (In a very MALE Voice!)

:eek: ANDY???? :confused:

Yeah, it's ME!

He sounded GREAT!!

Still in the ICU room;
and still hooked up to all the monitors...
But breathing room air and sounding GOOD!! :)

Next goal is the Chair Dash and hopefully
being sprung out of the ICU room and into a "regular" room.

Few more PT Prayers and Good Wishes and he should be
OUTTA THERE!!

Keep On GETTIN **BETTER**, Andy!!

{{{HUGS}}}

:D

[lynnestankard]

Oh Phred great news - lots of minds are easier knowing you actually spoke to Andy. Thanks for taking the trouble xxx

Lynne

[pitc9]

Kimmy, Sorry I haven't been on PT this weekend, but my prayers and thoughts were with you!!!

Hugs to you, Andy and your families!

[NoahsMommy]

A very good update. Thanks for checking for us Phred. :)

[gini]

Excellent Monday morning news.....thanks, Phred!

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by gini
Excellent Monday morning news.....thanks, Phred!

Couldn't have said it better myself, Gini. :D

[Lilith Cherry]

Oh I'm so glad to hear that Andy is talking and breathing okay.. Hope he will enjoy the crazy slippers. Last time I was in hospital my sons gave me some that were spiders with hairy legs ! I made a lot of friends parading those slippers :D

Love Lilith

[Barbara]

I knew I couldn't get any news when it was morning for me as Andy and everyone would sleep happily then but it's good evening news as well:)

Before getting Andy slippers that look like spiders with hairy legs one should better check how he feels about spiders. In MY case they wouldn't help recovery;)

[Killearn Kitties]

Excellent news!

[Vio&Juni]

Ahh, this is good news. Get better and better, Andy!

[Corinna]

ok Phred how do you manage to get to ring icu phones?:D Around here we don't have then.
Glad you could keep us updated. Glad Andy is sounding good.
Kimmy push pudding too its really a good body insolater(fat) on people

[kimlovescats]

I am just now seeing this thread for the 1st time *blushes with embarrassment* but I am glad to know that your Andy is doing so well! I have always loved the picture of you two as your sig!
I will remember him in prayer, for continued improvement and a speedy recovery!

(((HUGS)))
Kim

[Edwina's Secretary]

What a joy to hear such great news!

[ChrisH]

Such good news. :D :D :D :D

{{hugs}} all round. :)

Chris

[My Peanuts]

omg! I usually don't use the computer much over the weekend and the last I heard Andy was out of surgery (the first one) and I thought he was recovering. I'll send some more prayers, but I think Andy did pretty well over the weekend without them.

Kimmy, I know that I have never met you or Andy, but when I read all these posts I was truly worried and I started to tear up. I have no idea how you are feeling or felt all weekend. Hang in there and everything will be ok soon. I’m so glad to hear that Andy is much better.

[LoudLou]

"...The Force is what gives a Jedi his power. It's an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us and penetrates us. It binds the galaxy thgether." ~ Ben to Luke


Andy, Kimmy, Kia and kitties,

May the Force be with you. ;) May you be feeling MUCH better soon. Hospital food is icky.;)

Sending Corgi Butt Wiggles and Meezer Kisses...

LOUD LOuie & The Beans, ... and Katie

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)

Kimmy called just after I posted the 10 AM Tail ...

"Did you TALK to Andy this morning??" :confused:

He'd remembered he talked to "someone from PT" ...
But was a lil *fuzzie* about what he'd said. :p
Kimmy explained he was still a lil Loopie and didn't always
make a lot of sense yet.
I assured her he'd done just fine!

She went on to say that Andy was in *trouble* with the White Coats -
1) He'd only "picked" at his first solid food meal - breakfast
2) And said he'd rather *rest* than get up outta bed...

:eek: Said Doc!
1) *EAT* what we give ya!!
2) PLAN on being OUT of bed - SOON!
Then Doc delivered "The Lecture" to Andy & the Folks. :D

Now we just had a 3:30 PM UppyDate from Kimmy >>>

They kicked him OUT of ICU - no more Andy-Sittin by the ICU Nurses!

Pulled ALL the Tubes & Monitors - all except the chest drain tube -
he might have that for a couple more days.
No more "Baffroom in Bed" :rolleyes: - gotta "pee" ya gotta WALK
to the lil room!! :o

He's now down on the 5th Floor - "Regular" Room!
No *roomie* at present; but he could get one.

And the New Rules are:
he's gotta do some *Hikin in the Halls*;
*EAT* everything they give him;
and No more *sleepin in* all day!

They'll send him HOME :) when the chest tube stops dribblin drainage.
Could be ANY day now - all depends on the drainage from around his lungs.

Kimmy will stay till Andy's bed time (8 PM) tonight;
run to Andy's Fokls' House to pack up and post a quick Andy Tail;
then head for HER House to feed the "starvin" Kats.
Kia stays with Gram & Gramp (Kim's Folks) till the weekend.

Plans are for Andy to spend a couple nights at the Folks' House;
then move back to his apartment with his Roomies.

And the Roomies have THEIR Instructions, too!
Andy will be on an *enforced" EAT RITE programme!!
One roomie is a weight lifter / healthy eater type -
Guess what Andy is in for!? :p
*EAT this GOOD Food - or I'll SIT on ya!! :D

The Roomies, lil Brudder, and his Folks will continue the
frequent visits till Andy gets sent home.
Hopefully he'll be at the Folks or his own apartment by the weekend.

Few more PT Prayers to help keep us progressing and we should be
able to relaxe.

/s/ :) Phre

[tatsxxx11]

Thanks to you Phred, our ace reporter and patient advocate, for the detailed update and the good news!!! Hopefully Andy will listen to the white coats and before long, be home in his OWN bed! Prayers continue for his swift recovery! GO ANDY!:)

[Cincy'sMom]

I was just getting ready to call Kimmy, as Phred had asked me to do the evening update, but I see he was able to fit it into his schedule. I think I'll let Kimmy enjoy her last 20 mintues or so before visitors get kicked out and wait for her update...

Glad to hear things are going so well! Eat up Andy!! A true superhero, like Spiderman, needs his strength!!

[slick]

Well, that's certainly a relief that he's getting better. Come on Andy, you'd better eat up and get that walking in. Lots more prayers on the way.

No more "Baffroom in Bed" - gotta "pee" ya gotta WALK
Sorry, but I just couldn't help but laugh at this Phred. :D :D

[ramanth]

Andy didn't get out of bed a whole lot after being moved out of ICU. He would however, sit up and swing his legs over the side of the bed. He did this to eat and to "use the facilities" (aka: the bottle :eek: ;) ). He hasn't quite made it to walking to the bathroom.

Though tomorrow he might. He should be scooting the halls in the new "bear claw" slippers I got him. ;) :D

As usual, I hated to leave him, though it was harder this time because I know I won't see him tomorrow. :(

[slick]

Don't worry Kim. He probably just needs to build his strength up a bit more. Tomorrow will be better, I'm sure.

Won't stop praying until he's home and well again. Would love to see a pic of those slippers. :D

[Logan]

I know it was sad for you to leave him tonight, but it sounds like he's doing great, Kimmy. I hope he can report good things to you when you check in with him tomorrow.

Logan

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by ramanth
... He did this to eat and
to "use the facilities" (aka: the bottle :eek: ;) ).
He hasn't quite made it to walking to the bathroom.

Kimmy ~
There's a way to "fix" that problem... ;)

Just tell the Nurses to tell him >>
"BOTTLE?? :confused: WHAT bottle??
We ain't GOT no bottle!
Gotta *pee*?? -
Just walk rite into that lil room!!" :p



He should be scooting the halls in the
new "bear claw" slippers I got him. ;) :D


Bear Claw slippurz?? :D

Do we have PICTURES???? :cool:
Film At 11 would be good! :p

Sorry to make lite of your Not-so-Phunn illness, Andy -
but we hope you know we mean well!
Lil sick humor?? helps us all cope with our worry and concern for you.

Be a GUD BOY tomorrow and try out those fancee new
Bear Claw Boots - they should put a *smile* :) on everyone's face!!

{{{HUGS}}}

/s/ Phred

[gini]

Poor Andy, I feel kinda sorry for him.............all of us waiting to see if he can pee on his own in the bathroom...........and not into the bottle.

That's o.k. Andy - never you mind. Just look down at what is on your feet - and laugh and laugh.

WE WANT PICTURES!
WE WANT PICTURES!

[Barbara]

Andy I think I understand why you are not yet walking that much. Having all these meds in your organism will sure make you sleepy. But if you force yourself to walk on your bear claws, you will get them out quicker!

And of course the eating: Just look at Kia and learn eating like a dog:D

All the best to you and Kim:)

[lynnestankard]

Andy you do know how much we all care about you and the odd giggle is good for what ails you!!
Lets face it - where Phred's concerned, you just gotta giggle:D :D

So the whole wide world is waiting for you to get to the bathroom???? Don't feel any pressure will you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:eek: :eek:

Maybe Kim could sneak in some decent food for you - that would be such a welcome change from hospital food;) ;) ;) ;)

All that aside - keeping you in thoughts and prayers and just Get Well. {{{Hugs}}}}

Lynne

[slick]

Andy:
Still praying that today, your "output" is just as good as your "input"!!

[ramanth]

Just got off the phone with Andy. He ate breakfast and sat up to do it. His lunch hasn't arrived yet and he hasn't got out of bed yet to do some 'hall shuffling'. He was actually surprised that he hadn't yet, but from what I hear, he will be very soon.

Colin (one of his roommates) had just arrived, and was chatting with the nurse while I was on the phone with Andy.

I overheard Colin emphasize that Andy needed to eat ALL of his food and Andy put me on hold and started to protest saying that he's always had 3 to 4 meals a day.

That upset me and I chewed him out and he readily admitted that he doesn't eat full meals like he should.

Not sure if he was really agreeing with me or just too tired to argue.

He started to sound a bit winded and asked if I'd call back later.

Hopefully he'll be more mobile when I check in again.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Kimmy, maybe you not seeing him today will be the incentive he needs to get up out of bed and *walk* to the baffroom. ;) Hopefully he knows the more he gets up and walks the quicker he'll be home and the quicker he's home the more he can see you again. See, you just gotta use the right incentive. ;)

I like the "EAT this GOOD Food - or I'll SIT on ya!!" technique too. Hopefully his friend will be a very good influence and he'll start feeding himself correctly.

Good luck Andy! {{{hugs}} to both of you!

[micki76]

Wow, Kim. I just saw this!!!:eek: :eek: :eek:

I'm so glad Andy's doing better! How scary! Good thoughts going out for you all.

He needs to get up and get moving, it's the only way to get better, but I know how hard it is to make yourself do it!

[Edwina's Secretary]

We're waiting for Storm to squirt....now we are waiting for Andy to do the same...:confused: :D :confused:

[lbaker]

Sara, I was thinking the exact same thing! Storm? Andy? Which one first... come on guys do your "thing". Pulllleeeease!

[ramanth]

SARA! http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/sally/lol.gif http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/otn/laughing/yelrotflmao.gif http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/sally/lol.gif

I called Andy back around 3ish and he had lots of company but said they were leaving soon, so I'll try back in a bit.

[Christiansmommy]

I am so sorry that i am now just reading this...i haven't been on Pettalk in a few days. I am glad to hear such great progress!!Andy will be added to my prayer list...i hope his great progress continues...i hope you, Ramanth, are doing well too, I can't imagine how hard this must be on you (((HUGS))).

Thanks for all of the updates Phred!! I will keep checking back for more...

~Robyn

[Vio&Juni]

Guys, you're crazy! :) Well, this makes it easier for everyone now. We were so worried.

Come on, Andy, get better and better!

[NoahsMommy]

Glad the news is good. :)

Thanks for the updates, we're worried about you guys.

[Corinna]

Kim you need to have his Mom tell the nurses no in room company . They can wait for him to WALK to the waiting room to visit. He NEEDS to get off his butt and walk. I have work with people who fight getting up and it only slows down the healing process. 2 hours after my hubbys lung collapsed from not moving from his cancer surgruy the Doc made him get up so the lung didn't fill up with fluids. I don't mean to scary you but he has to get moving forall systems to work .

[ramanth]

Corinna, believe me I know! :( On Monday when the nurses wanted him out of bed and in a chair, everytime they came in the room he asked for something to put him to sleep. :eek: :rolleyes:

And I'd chide, No...you can't. You need to GET UP!

I just called him back and he said the nurses haven't even got him out of bed yet and walking. :eek: :eek: :mad:

I asked, "Don't you want out of the hospital?"

"Yes."

"Then tell the nurses you want out of bed!"

"Okay."

Though I'm sure the second I hang up, he'll just take a nap.

*sighs*

He sounds good, but tired. They've changed his meals to be high in protein.

[Corinna]

Take a very sad Kia picture in telling him she misses him maybe that will help. I do mean what I said in my PM some times you just have to be a &*^%&

[ramanth]

I won't see him again until Friday. I hope he gets his booty in gear and gets 'scootin' down those halls.

Told him I'd spoil him with a nice hot bubble bath if he's out of the hospital before the weekend. ;) :D

[Cinder & Smoke]

Kimmy (and ANDY!) ~

My EXACT thoughts >>>


Originally posted by Corinna

Kim you need to have his Mom tell the nurses
no in room company.
They can wait for him to WALK to the waiting room to visit.
He NEEDS to get off his butt and WALK!!

The White Coat in charge of his recovery might be the
Better person to make that suggestion to! :)

Sounds like the Nurses are caving in to ANDY's wishes.

If DOC writes an ORDER - DEMANDING a certain amount of walking -
NO one will challenge it or not make an honest attemp to comply.

And you could ask The Roomies to enforce the
Meet you in the LOUNGE programme - IF you want visitors! :p

Another take-off to that would be to have the Nurses tell hin
you're "On the Phone" ~ Down in the LOUNGE! :eek:

And my last idea...
Have Lifter Roomie just Pick him UP;
plop him in a Rollin BigWheel Chair;
"drive" him down to the Lounge;
re-deposit him in a chair down there;
then tell him if he wants a *nappie* on his soft bed ~
WALK back to your room!

C'mone Andy ~
Get yur Butt Outta Bed!!

{{{HUGS}}} Kimmy!!

;)
.

[micki76]

Originally posted by ramanth
"Then tell the nurses you want out of bed!"


Kim, when my Dad was in the hospital, it was nearly impossible to get the nurses to get him and get him walking. They were just to busy, running from room to room and doing all the grunt work and paper work for the Drs. :(

Anytime Andy has a visitor, the visitors need to make him go down the hallway and back at least once. We finally had to post this on Dad's door on fun colored paper. People started taking it seriously and he got a good bit of walking that way. :)

[Logan]

I was remembering when my mom had open heart surgery, about 7 or 8 years ago, and they made her walk the next day!!!! :eek:

Andy, you get out of that bed, so you can get back to living!!!!! (All said out of love and concern, of course). :D

[ramanth]

When I called at 7:30 p.m., Andy was just getting settled back into bed. The nurse only asked him to walk part way down the hall but Andy did some 'laps'. To the end of one hall, back down, past his room, around the corner, and back to his room. :)

When he got back, dinner had arrived and he ate some of it. When I talked to him, I encouraged him to eat some more, so he did.

He didn't wear his slippers though... :( He said next time...

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

I'm so glad to hear he's finally gotten up and going! Like Logan said, when my mom had quintuple (?)(5) bypass surgery, they had her actually sitting in a chair that night and up and walking the very next day! I was amazed at how quickly they got her up, but they said it was best for the patient. However, the nurses would NOT take no for an answer. They MADE her get up and get going - which it sounds like Andy's nurses are not doing. My mom's surgery was over 10 years ago now, so maybe the staffing situation has become worse in those 10 years - meaning maybe the nursing staff is understaffed more now as compared to 10 years ago and they just don't have the time to spend with him.

Anyway, glad to hear he's at least been up and about a little bit. :)

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by ramanth

... but Andy did some 'laps'. :) :D

He didn't wear his slippers though... :(
He said next time...

:) + :(

Didn't wear his NEW Bear Klaw Slippurz?? :(

You should have "lost" the ones he had!

Good goin on the "Laps", though!!

Now if we can just keep him *Motivated*!!

Try to convince The Roomies that "walkin later" is NOT an option!

GO, Andy, GO!! ;)
..

[slick]

Thank goodness he's up and walking. Now if only we can get him to eat more.

Come on Andy.....the harder you try, the sooner you'll be back home. More prayers on the way for you and Kim.

[lbaker]

We simply MUST have a picture of Andy walking with his bear-claw slippurz :D

[lynnestankard]

Great News Andy!! Keep going now - but please try eating a bit more - we want you back home very soon {{{Hugs}}}}

Bear-Claw Slippurz pics., sound wonderful - we need pics, we need pics, we need pics!!!

Lynne

[Barbara]

I can't understand how a man who is used to be seen in Spiderman dress doesn't want to be seen in bear claw slippers:D

However I am VERY happy that he walks at all!

(If I was you Andy I would walk to get at a computer and see what all these folks write about me:D )

[Corinna]

Yahooo he got up now hopefully he'll realize its easier each time. Now lets work on the food intake .
I still will donate 30 lbs of fat. to help out.
Keep going Andy you have too many friends here needing to see you back in action and a wedding with Kimmy.

[ramanth]

I just emailed his mom telling her how I felt about Andy not eating.

:eek:

I'm literally shaking.....

*hugs*

I'm going thru pictures now.

[kimlovescats]

Originally posted by ramanth
I just emailed his mom telling her how I felt about Andy not eating.

:eek:

I'm literally shaking.....

*hugs*

I'm going thru pictures now.

I worry so much about this! Is he not eating because he feels sick, or has this been a problem for a long time? I know you had mentioned something in an earlier post about him not getting enough nourishment to support his internal organs! :( Could he possibly have an eating disorder? Men do get them too .... it's just not as publicized as with women. I hope I am not out of line ... just concerned, and trying to offer any ideas that I might come up with??? :(

[ramanth]

Hey Kim... I'm leaning towards eating disorder, though Andy just says he's too lazy to eat. :eek: :rolleyes:

It's been going on for awhile now and I regret not getting him help sooner, but I sincerely hope this is a wake up call. He says it is.

Now for the Andy update: :D

Andy called me around 3 and we talked for close to an hour!! :D

He said he ate all of his breakfast and lunch. I think the doctor or dietician came in and really chewed him out this morning.

A nutritionist came in while he was on the phone with me, and I could hear the conversation. She gave him some paperwork on eating better and eating a high protein diet. He admitted to her that the past couple of meals at the hospital he would stop eating before he was full 'just because'. She praised him for eating all his breakfast and lunch.

I hope it continues. Andy said he put pictures up of us in the room as motivation. He also did a lot more walking and sitting in a chair today. He even carried the machine that his chest tube is connected to for a little bit while he walked. It weighs about 5 lbs, but he said it felt heavier.

He said he knows he needs to eat more.

I'm real encouraged by this. :)

Pictures up next!!!!

[ramanth]

I'll try to keep these in order...

Friday after surgery
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/AndrewKimmy2.jpg

Phred's Doggie Pal arrives
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/AndrewDoggie.jpg
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/DoggieProtectsAndrew111204.jpg

Monday - holding the bowl while Andy spoons out Rice Krispies as a pre-lunch snack
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/AndrewEats1stBrkfst111504.jpg

Heading out of ICU
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/Vicky,AndrewTo543111504.jpg

Pooped out
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/Tiredfromtrip111504.jpg

Trying on the Slippers
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/NewSlippers111504.jpg
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/AndrewLooksatSlippers.jpg

Tuesday - Taking a walk
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/111604WalktoWindow2.jpg

http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/Aimingfornorthwall.jpg

Eating supper after his walk
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/111604RightAfter1stWalkSupper.jpg

Andy says hi
http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/A%20Wave%20for%20Kimmy%20111604.jpg

[Kfamr]

Glad to hear some good news.
I always thought he was a bit on the skinny side. :(

Simba wants to know if you could possibly deliver this message to him? :)

[gini]

I am so pleased to see color in his cheeks in the last photo.

I would keep some of these pictures around - especially on the refridgerator to remind him of the "before" and "hopefully - the after."

If this is an eating disorder - there is absolutely no shame in getting help to overcome it.

Hugs and support to the both of you!

[My Peanuts]

Andy looks pretty good. He'd look a lot better with more weight on him. If you think it's an eating disorder, then you should tell him that he'd look better heavier. I don't know for sure, but I think self esteem couldn't hurt. Male eating disorders are on the rise. I'm not saying he has one, but it's just a little fact.

All in all, like I said before he looks pretty good :)

[Corinna]

I agree with every one his color in the last pic was very good. If this is from an eating diaorder I can under stand how hes thinking . In high school I was becoming anaxeric (sp) I luckly had a boyfreind(hubby now ) who made me eat. and not let me purge. Hard to believe looking at me now I do have only 30 more lbs for my doc to be happy with a lower weight . my loss of 60lbs in 2 months worried my mom and Tim . A high protein diet will be good for him.
Get him one of those new Hardees MOnster burgers 1400 cal. in one burger and we will all cheer him on eating it:D
ps My hubby had those slippers once only they were Much bigger a size 16 tall man big feet.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)
Glad he hasn't forgotten how to **SMILE** :)

http://www.cutestsandgirl.com/images/misc_images/andy_hospital/A%20Wave%20for%20Kimmy%20111604.jpg

Now... if he'd remember how to **EAT** :rolleyes:

Maybe he needs to find sumpin to "dress up" his meals...
Maybe:
. . Chawklit Sauce on the mashed taters?
. . ButterSkotch sauce onna green beans??

Me? I *LOVE* Gravy on EVERYthing!!
Gravy on the Meat - thicker the better!
Gravy on the Taterz - baked, boiled, home frys, even French Fries!
Gravy on the VEGGIES - beans, peas, corn...

Find that Boy sumpin he *LIKES* - then use it!!
:D

As for the Slippurz...
Those Bear Klawz look a LOT more comfy than the hospital issue pair!
I got *socks* that look thicker than the hospital pair! :p
.

[Cincy'sMom]

Hey Andy....after you are out of the hospital, and I have had my surgery, and can eat what I want again, I am inviting you and Kim to go to dinner with me and Ralph...but there is a catch...I only pay if you clean your plate!!!

[kimlovescats]

Kimmy ... the pics are good to see ... especially that big smile! :D
Hang in there, honey ... I know you have to be exhausted!

(((HUGS)));)

[slick]

**WAVES WITH BOTH HANDS** Hi Andy......nice to see that wonderful smile. Now all you have to do is eat to get your strength back to you can make a jailbreak!

If I might suggest something...those hospital gowns are not the best. It looks those ones that open at the back. :eek: Wouldn't your own PJ's be more comfortable? Or would they not go with the bear klaw slipperz? :D

Get well soon Andy. We are all praying for you.

[lynnestankard]

It's lovely to see you smile Andy - as well as up and walking - GREAT!
But you really have to EAT - you must pack some weight on - otherwise you won't have the strength to recover properly. Try little and often - big meals can be very off putting when your not feeling upto par. Six or seven smaller meals instead of three HUGE blow out meals are much easier to digest.

We must see you using those bear klawz slippurz very soon!!

Taek good care and {{{{{{HUGS}}} to you and Kim xxxxx

Lynne

[gini]

Good morning!

Here, Andy, I brought you breakfast from Thursdays. Laurie is over there cooking up a storn.

Pancakes, melted butter and maple syrup
Sausage
Bacon
Couple of eggs, sunny side up.
Grits
Toast with homemade jam

Orange Juice and
some coffee................

oh, and what is this............a bowl of fresh fruit!

[lovemyshiba]

Hi Andy!!!
Glad to see you smiling!!!!

Keep eating and exercising--hopefully you'll be out of the hospital in no time:)

[lbaker]

Not just ANY pancakes Andy... BUTTERMILK pancakes! And the maple syrup is from Mayor Karen in New England so you know it's the best. Walkies walkies.... work up that appetite!
Laurie

[ramanth]

Now ya'll are making ME hungry! :D

His mom responded to my letter and it's all good. :D

[mina'smomma]

Andy you'll be in my prayers.

[slick]

Still keeping the prayers flowing your way Andy. Eat up kid, or as my dearly departed English Grandmother used to say Feed, feed, you're skin 'n bones!

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)

Has Andy *checked in* today?

Kimmy ~

Ask around - maybe get The Roomies to check -
see if there's another "inmate" on his floor that also needs to
be "out and about" that he could take a hike with.

Hooking him up with a friend might make walking the halls a
bit more enjoyable and longer lasting.

[cloverfdx]

Ask around - maybe get The Roomies to check -
see if there's another "inmate" on his floor that also needs to
be "out and about" that he could take a hike with.
What a good idea :).

[Kfamr]

Wonder if they'd let Kia in? I'm sure she'd love a walk. ;)
Of course, if she's a puller that might not be a good idea...could you imagine?! :eek: :p

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Yeah! Way to go Andy! It's so good to see you looking so much better - and out for a hike too! What great news this morning! :D

Kimmy, in the pic of them out for a hike, is that his dad with him? Just curious because from behind, I could SWEAR that was my dad! Pants hanging down, hands in pockets, short hair, sweatshirt - I SWEAR!!! :eek:

Love the bear claw slippers, but now I can see why maybe he left them there for the first time. Seeing as how he might have been a little unsure on his feet to begin with, and then to have those on - they're HUGE! But I love them!

Great uppydate. :D

[ramanth]

I'm going to be giving Andy a call here pretty soon. Just need to pop upstairs and get my lunch first. :)


Originally posted by Tubby & Peanut's Mom
Kimmy, in the pic of them out for a hike, is that his dad with him?
Yep. :D

[ramanth]

Just got off the phone with Andy. He said he was so full he was feeling nauseous so I did most of the talking and he listened.

What he did tell me was that he's been out of bed, but only to sit in the chair for a bit, that way he can stretch and get out of bed but stay plugged into the wall. (The chest tube machine is has to be plugged in to work so that's why walks have been brief)

They now have him back on the IV along with an antibiotic. Preventative, I think. That's also plugged into the wall. He said once that finishes (it'll be about a half hour), he'll take a walk.

His hemoglobin levels are up to 9 now. They were at 8 yesterday. 10 is normal for most males I believe.

He has a roomie now, but the guy was out at the moment having a heart catheter done. :eek: :( Once he's back he has to lay flat on his back and not move at all.

The fluids are slowing down, but there's still no set date on when Andy will be released.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by ramanth

... get out of bed but stay plugged into the wall.
(The chest tube machine is has to be plugged in to work...

The fluids are slowing down,
but there's still no set date on when Andy will be released.

I think that Boy's runnin a Con Job on ya!

Look at the Big Hike photos...
That box the (CUTE :D ) Nurse is towing along is the "Drain Pump" -
isn't it?? They run on wall-power AND BATTERIES!!

He could walk to the Mall and back before the batteries would run down!
:p

[ramanth]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
Look at the Big Hike photos...
That box the (CUTE :D ) Nurse is towing along is the "Drain Pump" -
isn't it?? They run on wall-power AND BATTERIES!!

He could walk to the Mall and back before the batteries would run down!
:p
LOL! That is the Drain Pump and I knew they unplugged it but I wasn't aware that batteries were included. :)

In fact the Nurse made Andy carry the Drain Pump on yesterday's walk. It's only 5 lbs. but Andy said it felt like a ton. :D

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by ramanth

In fact the Nurse made Andy carry the Drain Pump
on yesterday's walk.

It's only 5 lbs.
but Andy said it felt like a ton. :D

OK...
Now that we blew THAT Myth...
Let's work on the "But it's TOO HEAVY" one!

The hospital probably has a HUNDRED or more -
lil Chrome, 4-wheeled, Rolling Stands -
to support all kinds of medical gear -
INCLUDING Drain Pumps!!

Ya *hangs* yur Pump;
Grabz a-hold of said Rollin Stand;
and ya Starts *WALKIN*!! :D

If he'd get his sorrie butt OUT IN the HALL -
he'd prolly notice OTHER Inmates pushin an pullin
their lil Stands with IV's, Monitors, and other assorted medical gear!

ANDY!!

You're running out of EXCUSES!! :rolleyes:

Start **WALKIN**!!

*Love*
/s/ Phred

;)

[shais_mom]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
:)Me? I *LOVE* Gravy on EVERYthing!!
Gravy on the Meat - thicker the better!
Gravy on the Taterz - baked, boiled, home frys, even French Fries!
Gravy on the VEGGIES - beans, peas, corn...

Find that Boy sumpin he *LIKES* - then use it!!
:D



My dad eats gravy on pumpkin pie - he says whipped topping is fattening!! :p

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by shais_mom

My dad eats gravy on pumpkin pie -
he says whipped topping is fattening!! :p


:D
:D

Hafta Try That!! :cool:

Pssst:
Tell Dad they make Low-Cal Topping now! ;)

[shais_mom]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
Low-Cal ! ;)


ssssshhhhhhhh

THAT'S a baddddd word to him!

[Cinder & Smoke]

9:45 PM Andy Tail ~

Just got off the phone after a 15 minute *chat* with Andy ~
He sounds REALLY GOOD! :) :D

Sounded *chipper* and says he's actually starting to Feel Better!

Good News Abounds ~

He's been told the Drain Tube will be removed sometime tomorrow!

After a 24 hour observation period - with no complications -
they'll give him his *walkin papers* and


Release could / should be sometime Saturday. :)

If anyone has tried to call him -
[b](248) 652-5000 (Room 543-B) and been told
he's not accepting calls - that's not correct.
Ask for his Nurse's Station and ask them to put you through.
They'll check with him first - then put you through.

He's a lil *nerbus* about the tube removal -
they don't do much in the way of pain killers :( -
but he said he'd hope for the best!
He thinks a lil *pain* might be worth it to be RID of the darn tube
and it's companion - the drain Pump!

A few PT Prayers for a painLESS removal will be 'preciated!

We all WISH You the BEST tomorrow, Andy!!

Sleep Well! ;)

/s/ Phred

[Kfamr]

I'm SO glad to hear all of these good updates!!

You know -- Thanksgiving is coming up.. *LOTS* of food going on there. Andy better be getting seconds and thirds. ;)

[lynnestankard]

Great news there Phred - many thanks.

Andy don't worry about the drains coming out - a couple of BIG breaths and it's done. You'll feel so much better then - and of course will want to eat LOTS!

Kimmy - hope your managing with all this going on - am keeping you in my prayers as well as Andy {{{{Hugs}}}} across the miles.xxxx

Lynne

[ramanth]

Morning all! :)

Andy gave me a call late last night. Said you had called Phred. :)

He's still nervous about the tube removal hurting, but I hopefully calmed him down. Told him to give me a call before they do it.

:)

[slick]

Thanks for the uppydate. Not a day goes by that I don't say a special prayer for you and Andy. Gosh, I'd be nervous too, but I'm sure once it's out he will feel a whole lot better. Released on Saturday, now that something to celebrate.

{{{HUGS}}}

[ramanth]

Called Andy at 10 and the doctor had just arrived to take the tube out. I'll be calling back in a bit to see how it went.

[ramanth]

Just got off the phone with Andy.

The chest tube is out and he is wrapped up real tight.

He said it hurt a lot and felt like his chest was being crushed on that side. He went rigid and started hyperventilating. Not good. He said the doctors and nurses were trying real hard to calm him down.

He was out of breath when I talked to him. Poor guy. The doc told him to rest and try to sleep and keep breathing normally. No hyperventilating or too shallow of breaths.

They'll keep an eye on him, take some x-rays later, and if all looks good, he can go home tonight! :D

[Logan]

Well, even if it was painful, he's done now! Yeah!!!! :) I hope today will go well and he can go home. I know that will be the best medicine, next to seeing you, of course!! ;)

[Jods]

Oh my gosh HOME TONIGHT!!! I'll keep my fingers crossed all day!!!

[wolflady]

Wow! I've been following this thread and Andy's progress and I'm happy to hear the tube is out! Poor thing...I must have hurt quite a lot! :( Prayers are still on the way for Andy and especially for a good x-ray so he can go home! I really think that being at home will be helpful for a quick and full recovery. That nurse Kia will be a sigt for sore eyes, I'm sure!
Andy, be sure to eat a lot this Thanksgiving!!! :p
**hugs**
Karen

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by ramanth

They'll keep an eye on him, take some x-rays later,
and if all looks good,
he can go home tonight! :D

:confused:

What happened to the "24 Hour Observation" period?

Going Home is GOOD! :)

But going home Too Soon :eek: is a lil scary!

Are they *short* on beds?? :p

Glad it's OVER - sorry it was a bit painful!

Let all this ordeal be a reminder, Andy ~
EAT Rite & Exercise!

:D
..

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Sounds like the worst of it is over now - the tube is out!! Hurray, time to celebrate!! :D

When my mom and dad were in a bad car accident a few years ago, my dad had some sort of tube in his chest also. He was unconcious for, like, 48 hours or something like that, and when he finally woke up he was a little "loony in the head" since he took a blow to his head. I can remember visiting him after they took the tube out and we asked how he was doing and if the doctor had been in. He said, and I quote, "Yeah that someb***h was here. Poked me a cupla times, punched me in the chest then left!" I remember looking at my brother and we both rolled our eyes and laughed. The nurses had told us he had the chest tube taken out and that it hurts a lot when they do it, so we knew what he was talking about. :D

Good to hear the news just keeps getting better! Now if we can just keep the boy eating like he should, we'll soon be home free!:)

[ramanth]

Andy just had x-rays done. The lung specialist mentioned that if there is still a leak, a new chest tube will need to be put in.

Wouldn't it of been smarter to take X-rays before removing the chest tube then?! :rolleyes:

Andy asks for good vibes! He's nervous as you may expect.

If there is no problem, he can go home tonight. On Tuesday he'll go back to have the stitches taken out and after that will start some form of physical therapy.

[Cincy'sMom]

Hope the X-rays look good!!

I'll be in St. Luois this weekend, but do my best to keep up with any new news, and will certainly be thinking about you guys!!!

[lynnestankard]

Originally posted by ramanth
Wouldn't it of been smarter to take X-rays before removing the chest tube then?! :rolleyes: .

Just what I was thinking Kim!

Will they really send him home tonight? Seems very quick -compared with over here. Surely a full day after tube withdrawl would be better?
I bet he can't wait to get home though can he? Then he can get seriously fed!!!!

Lynne

[kimlovescats]

I hope the x-rays look good, and Andy is back home real soon!

(((HUGS)))

Kim;)

[NoahsMommy]

Hopefully everything will go as planned and tonight will be the night he gets to come home.

:)

[Corinna]

Glad to hear all is going well so far. Is he going home to Mom or his place?

[tatsxxx11]

Fingers, paws, everything crossed that all signs point to go and tonight's the night!:) I'm sure it will feel so good to be home Andy:)

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Oh gosh! I can't believe I missed this! So sorry, Kimmy!

I'm glad to hear everything is looking good! I hope Andy is able to go home tonight!

[Cinder & Smoke]

But he should be packin his bags! :)

All the Tubes & Monitors are out / gone and his
Nurse read his X-ray and said it looked good / clear to her.

Afternoon Nurse (Meg) said last night he wasn't goin anywhere for
24 hours... when I just spoke with her and asked WHY was Andy
still there - she *laffed* and said:
"What'd I tell you last night!??
I knew he wasn't leaving till Saturday!"
Doc is due in tomorrow (Saturday) for a Final Inspection.

Andy still sounds *GREAT* and is looking forward to the BreakOut!

Kimmy should be getting to the apartment tonight with Kia.
Andy is going to stay with his Folks for a week or so starting tomorrow;
then move back into the Condo with his two Roomies.

How about another round of PT Prayers that Doc puts his
Seal of Approval on things and Andy gets da Boot tomorrow!

Sleep Well, Andy!! ;)
.

[anna_66]

I'm glad to hear that he is going to be able to go home soon!
Hope your feeling better Andy!!!!

[Corinna]

Thanks for the update I was tring to be tackful in asking as i didn't know the living arrangements. :o Glad he'll be back so Kia can keep an eye on him.

[slick]

How about another round of PT Prayers that Doc puts his Seal of Approval on things and Andy gets da Boot tomorrow!

You got it Phred. My prayers have not stopped.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke

Kimmy should be getting to the apartment tonight with Kia.
Andy is going to stay with his Folks for a week or so starting tomorrow;
then move back into the Condo with his two Roomies.


:eek:

I didn't 'splain that so good... :o
(The "Two Roomies" may NOT be who ya thought they were! :p

Kimmy lives by herself, with Kia anna Kats, in her own apartment.
While Andy was hospitalized, when Kim visited at the Hospital,
she stayed with Andy's Folks at their house;
and Kia bunked with Gram & Gramps - Kim's Folks.

Andy normally lives, along with Two (Male) Roomies, in their Condo.

During his initial recovery, Andy is staying at his Parents' Home -
so Mom can hopefully *fatten him up*!
BUTT... since Andy has a slight "Fur Alergy" :( -
Mom wants to keep the house "Fur-Free" while Andy is in temporary residence -
so Miz Kia isn't welcome. :(

So where's a Dawggie to stay?? :confused:

At the GUYs' CONDO!! :D

So while Kimmy & Kia are in towne to check up on Andy over the weekend;
they're moving into Andy's Room at the Condo. :cool:

I think The Roomies are going to be in charge of Kia-Sitting
while Kimmy visits with Andy at the Folks' House -
Mom also worries that Kia may get a lil too *rowdy* showering her
effections :) on Andy ... so Kia Visits may be "limited" till
Andy gets a bit stronger.

Dunno if that really "clears" anything up;
but at least it "reads" a lil better! :rolleyes:

(I should leave the posting to Cinder & Smokey -
they don't seem to dig NEARLY as deep a hole as their Dad does!) :o

.

[ChrisH]

So glad to hear the tube is out and Andy may be able to go home today, all paws and fingers crossed here.

[Cinder & Smoke]

:confused:

Hey Kia ~

Any *newz* to report??

Have you gotten to see Spidey-Boy yet?

Give him a big *schlurrpie KISS* frum us when ya do!

:D
..

[ramanth]

I was out to lunch with my best friend Shawntell and her fiance Eric (one of Andy's roomies.... isn't THAT cool?! ;) :D ), when the phone rang and it was Andy.

HE'S HOME!!! aka his parents house. :)

Doc gave him his instructions and discharge papers this morning and sent him packing. *laughs*

I've been out on the town with Eric and Shawntell all day. Just got home and took Kia for a walk and now it's time for dinner and Kia lovin' time.

I'll be visiting Andy sometime tomorrow. :)

Thanks for all the love and prayers gang. :D

[Cinder & Smoke]

:)
:D

HOME SWEET HOME!! :)

WELCOME HOME, ANDY!!

Now Please ~ STAY WELL!! ;)

..

[Corinna]

Sorry I missunderstood Phred , Thats kinda why I asked. Who knows now days about living arrangements. Hope they can get Andy fattened up.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Yeah! Way to go Andy! I'm so glad you're home and ready to start the real recuperating!

{{{hugs}} to you both...and Kia and the kats too! :D

[slick]

YEAH!!!! ANDY'S HOME!!!!
Yet another miracle performed!!

[kimlovescats]

WELCOME HOME ANDY!!!! :D

[RobiLee]

Welcome Home, Andy!

[ChrisH]

So glad to see you home, Andy! :D

[lynnestankard]

Andy I'm so relieved your home safe and sound. Now Mum has you in her clutches - boy you'd better eat!!! It's going to be much easier isn't it - Mum's cooking!!! Yummy!!

Just take good care of yourself - excercise, rest and eat - lovely to have you back where you belong.

Love Lynne

[krazyaboutkatz]

I'm so glad to hear that you're finally back home Andy.:) Welcome home Andy!!!:D

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by ramanth

I'll be visiting Andy sometime tomorrow. :)


Soooo :confused: ...

Where's Our Sunday Andy Tail????

:(

[Lilith Cherry]

How is Andy doing now he's home? Hope you are eating well Andy?

Good thoughts,

[cloverfdx]

I hope all is going well, please update us when you can Kimmy. :)

[Cincy'sMom]

Welcome Home, Andy!!!

[ramanth]

I went out and visited Andy Sunday evening. He was chipper and very mobile. :D

We played kissy face on the couch for a bit. :o ;) :D

He doesn't really sit in one place for a long time. He stands for periods of time and "zips" about the house, moving from chair to chair. :)

A physical therapist stopped by Sunday morning and gave Andy some paperwork on exercises he can do. He uses his right arm quite a bit but doesn't have full range of it yet. His incision hinders it a bit.

Which by the way is a lot bigger than we first thought. It's about a 5 inch incision that is stapled shut. :eek: Where the chest tube was inserted is two carved out 'holes'. We took pictures and I'll post links once his mom sends them to me. So those that are curious can look. :)

He's been packing in food, but you can't tell now of course. It'll be awhile before a noticable difference.

Andy's mom asked if I'd be visiting for Thanksgiving and before I could reply, Andy said 'only if Kia can come'. His mom agreed and that's that. Kia and I will be there for the weekend. I have that Thurs. and Friday off work.

So it'll be a nice 4 day weekend.

Andy says hi!

[lbaker]

Thanks, thanks and more thanks Kimmy! I guess this will be the best Thanksgiving you could wish for (under the circumstances). We are ALL thankful for the way things are turning out for you and yours this season :cool: I'm sure Kia will be in "good doggie" mode, even more so than usual ;)

[cloverfdx]

What great news :D, have a lovely Thanksgiving.

[slick]

Great news Kimmy. This year Thanksgiving will certainly be something special for you guys.

{{{HUGS}}}
slick