A long update

Feb 08, 2010

Hey everyone…

I just saw how long it was since I updated this… I guess I have been a little busy. The last few months have been trying for me emotionally and physically. I would like to say thank you to everyone that has been there for me. Without you I would not be the strong person I am today. These are just a few updates that I wanted to share.

In November I had this insane migraine which ended with a lot of right eye pain and eventually blindness in my right eye. I went to the Ophthalmologist and she said that I had Optic Neuritis. I went through a battery of tests with the final outcome being Multiple Sclerosis.

Since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis I have come to accept that I really have it. The Optic Neuritis is clearing up and the neurologist seems to think my vision will come back completely. Also I plan on starting treatment for the Multiple Sclerosis soon. I am researching my options and will talk to my neurologist soon about what she thinks is best. My choices are avonex, copaxone, and betaseron. I am still trying to figure out which one would be best. The reason I am not on treatment yet is that my surgeon and the internist had a concern that I would not heal well if I was on a treatment and then had surgery. Other than that I am doing well.

On a happier note all of my classes and waiting have paid off. I have a surgery date for my Gastric Bypass of Feb 9th. I go in for my Pre-op appointment on the 8th. I have complete confidence in Dr. Taller and he feels as though I am a great candidate. It is nice to be put at ease since he is cutting me open and rerouting my insides. I think I am pretty ready but no one can ever be all the way ready. I have all of my supplies and plan on getting a bit more before surgery day. So far I have been approved for 4 weeks off by work but will probably take 6. I am required at times to be able to lift heavy objects and with surgery I can’t life anything over 15 lbs until 6 weeks out. I will make sure that I call or text people to put out the word that I am ok. I should be in the hospital for 3 days but as we all know things can shift so I will post as soon as I am out and home so you all know.

I am determined to have a great 2010. Wish me luck everyone!!! **HUGS** Thank you again for all of the love, support and prayers. I really appreciate it.

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