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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #15 on: June 05, 2008, 02:14:54 pm »
I spoke with Asha's husband this morning.  She went to a regular room Wednesday evening.  She is happy about that and "doing better now". ... will be home Saturday or Sunday.  Her hubby sounded very tired.

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #16 on: June 05, 2008, 10:13:41 pm »
Thanks for updating us Boppie.

Didn't get a chance to drop Asha a note today, but will definitely do so this weekend.

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #17 on: June 06, 2008, 03:11:00 pm »
Boppie:

Thanks again for the 'Asha Update'.  If her husband can't post much, at least you can act as a relay and keep us updated.

That she is out of ICU and feels better is a positive sign.  I'm sure we'll be seeing her here as a 'postie' before long.

Meanwhile, your contacts and that of other members with Asha and/or her husband are very helpful and show the kind of empathy and concern that makes me proud to a part of this community.... except for the part of having an acoustic neuroma that required surgery and radiation to get rid of, that is.    :)

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #18 on: June 08, 2008, 05:45:32 am »
Hi Everyone,

Asha called me last night, what a surprise! She sounded wonderful on the phone! She was released from the hosptial on Saturday afternoon. She says that she is doing well. Will give you more updates when I talk to her again.  Ann
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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #19 on: June 08, 2008, 09:57:44 am »
Thanks, Ann.

Boppie also talked to Asha and her husband again.  Maybe she'll give us an update today too.

Sending good wishes Asha's way,

Jan

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #20 on: June 11, 2008, 10:17:32 am »
Asha is moving along with her recovery.  She still has some residual bits of tumor stuck to her embattled facial nerve, but the bulk of it is out.  She is walking at the Mall (Dallas is hot!) and has excellent care from her husband.  I think she will get her stitches out today and get permission to go back to her contacts.  She is very happy to have the tumor out.  She and Dr. Owen will watch the facial nerve for any tumor growth that could necessitate a radiation treatment. 


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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #21 on: June 11, 2008, 10:20:41 am »
Boppie, thanks for that update!

I just knew she'd do well.  She has such a great attitude and really made sure to ask all the right questions before her surgery.  I'm so happy for her!

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #22 on: June 14, 2008, 03:07:10 pm »
Asha~
So glad to hear from you and that you are doing so well!!  YEA!!   :o

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #23 on: June 14, 2008, 10:30:29 pm »
Asha -

although Boppie has been doing a wonderful job of keeping us updated on your recovery, it's great to hear from you  :)

Congratulations on a successful surgery.  I'm so glad to hear you are doing well!

Jan
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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #24 on: June 16, 2008, 01:03:50 pm »
Dear Asha,

It is so good to hear from you! You sound so upbeat and happy on the phone. You have had a positive attitude throughout this whole ordeal and have come through it with flying colors. It's amazing what can be accomplished with good friends, good attitude and lots of faith. I wish you continued healing on your AN journey. Friends,  Ann
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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #25 on: June 18, 2008, 09:14:43 am »
Asha -

Great to hear from you.  I'm sorry I missed your call the other day - I was out of town for a few days.  But, you sounded great!  I hope things continue to go well. 

Take care!
Lori
Right 3cm AN diagnosed 1/2007.  Translab resection 2/20/07 by Dr. David Kaylie and Dr. Karl Hampf at Baptist Hospital in Nashville.  R side deafness, facial nerve paralysis.  Tarsorraphy and tear duct cauterization 5/2007.  BAHA implant 11/8/07. 7-12 nerve jump 9/26/08.

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Re: Asha had surgery this morning
« Reply #26 on: June 19, 2008, 02:33:56 pm »
Asha ~

Congratulations on your successful surgery and progressive recovery.  Good to have you back as a 'postie'.  :)

Jim
4.5 cm AN diagnosed 5/06.  Retrosigmoid surgery 6/06.  Follow-up FSR completed 10/06.  Tumor shrinkage & necrosis noted on last MRI.  Life is good. 

Life is not the way it's supposed to be. It's the way it is.  The way we cope with it is what makes the difference.