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JulieW4

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Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« on: June 24, 2008, 04:29:06 pm »
Well, I have decided to have surgery after investigating my radiation options.  I had my films sent to Dr. Sheehan in Virginia and he felt that surgery was best based on the different growth pattern of my tumor.  It is also a possibility that I have a facial schwanoma and that if that was discovered during surgery then the area around the tumor would be decompressed and radiation would be an option to treat the tumor.  I have spent many hours on these message boards reading and feel very fortunate that I am going into surgery knowing all the possibilities of complications.  The last couple of days have been a roller coaster of emotions.  From the beginning of the discovery of my AN every doctor that I spoke with always described my tumor as unique and my gut has been telling me that surgery was probably the best chose for treatment.  I have complete faith in my surgeon and just pray that recovery will go smoothly.  I will keep everyone informed of my recovery process and am again grateful for the incredible support that these forums give me. 

Julie
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2.7mm X 3.7mm AN
misdiagnosed for 13 years
complete hearing loss on right side
Had Translab surgery on June 30th, released from hospital 48 hours after completion of 5 hours of surgery
BAHA abutment surgery on Oct. 31st, received processor on Dec. 4th

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #1 on: June 24, 2008, 04:38:36 pm »
Julie -

best of luck with your surgery.  We are all "unique" here, but it sounds like you are "extra unique"  :)

Treatment decisions are always very hard decisions, but it sounds like you've made the best choice for you - which is what it's all about.  Having complete faith in your surgeon IMO is key.  I had complete faith in my two surgeons and it helped me immensely - both going into my surgery and during my recovery.

If you have time, please put your surgery date on the AN Calendar (there is a link at the bottom of sgerrard's profile) so we can all remember to wish you well on your "big" day.

Jan

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #2 on: June 24, 2008, 05:23:49 pm »
Welcome to the facial neuroma club.  I've been feeling lonely here!

Anne Marie
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Sept 8/06 Translab
Post surgical headaches, hemifacial spasms and a scar neuroma. 
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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #3 on: June 24, 2008, 05:53:23 pm »
Good luck on Monday, Julie.  Good for you for making a decision and getting your surgery scheduled.  Will be watching for news of your recovery and hope all goes well.

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rt side 1.5 cm - Translab on 11/07/08 Dr. Friedman & Dr. Schwartz of House Ear Institute,
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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #4 on: June 24, 2008, 06:34:29 pm »
Anne Marie, we hope for a good outcome for you someday as well as Julie as I am evidence that it it can be helped!
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Right mid fossa 11-01-01
  left tumor found 5-03,so have NF2
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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #5 on: June 25, 2008, 09:37:24 am »
All the luck to you! I'm sure they will do a great job!

keep us posted
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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #6 on: June 25, 2008, 09:59:50 am »
Good luck and best wishes for a fast recovery, Julie!

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21x15x13 mm in 12/08 (5 months post-CK), widespread necrosis, swelling
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W&W on stable 6mm hypoglossal tumor found 12/08

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #7 on: June 25, 2008, 10:16:55 am »
Good luck to you Julie!  I hope all goes well and you are back home recovering in no time!

Now you facial tumor folks can have your own little clique! 

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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: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #8 on: June 25, 2008, 02:44:04 pm »
Julie:

Congratulations on having made that difficult but crucial decision on treatment and having a scheduled surgery.

Many thoughts and prayers will go with you next Friday.  Mine included.

We'll support you and look forward to seeing you here as a 'postie' before very long.

Meanwhile, get some rest and definitely stay positive.  You'll do just fine.  :)

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #9 on: June 26, 2008, 07:09:59 am »
Julie, positive thoughts to you on Monday, I'll be thinking about you.  Prayers to your surgeons, nurses and other doctors handling your case so your outcome is a successful one. 
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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #10 on: June 26, 2008, 07:42:44 am »
Julie -

I just noticed from your profile that you will be getting the BAHA surgery at the same time as your AN surgery.

Good luck - I love my BAHA; I think you will too  ;D

Jan
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Left AN 3.0 cm (1.5 cm @ diagnosis 6 wks prior) SSD. BAHA implant 3/4/08 (Dr. Battista) Divino 6/4/08  BP100 4/2010 BAHA 5 8/2015

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #11 on: June 26, 2008, 10:18:36 am »
Lots of prayers coming your way, Julie.  Try to stay calm over the weekend - Monday will be here before you know it.

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2.4 cm Right Side AN
Translab April 30, 2008 at NYU with Drs. Golfinos and Roland
SSD Right ear, Mild synkinesis and facial nerve damage
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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #12 on: June 26, 2008, 11:02:42 am »
Julie:

Good luck Monday.  I'll be sending good vibes your way.

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #13 on: June 26, 2008, 09:26:49 pm »
Quote from: Debbi on June 26, 2008, 10:18:36 am
Lots of prayers coming your way, Julie.  Try to stay calm over the weekend - Monday will be here before you know it.

July will be here before we know it. Best wishes on the surgery, Julie.

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8 mm left AN June 2007,  CK at Stanford Sept 2007.
Hearing lasted a while, but left side is deaf now.
Right side is weak too. Life is quiet.

JulieW4

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Re: Surgery scheduled for Monday, June 30th
« Reply #14 on: June 26, 2008, 10:35:51 pm »
All your well wishes mean a whole lot.  It helps so much to know that they're others out there who have gone through the same thing I am about to experience.  I am obviously very nervous but it's good to know that I will have many people beside my immediate family and friends who will be praying and thinking about me.

Jan, yes I am very excited to be getting the BAHA.  As you know it will be three months before I will get to experience the benefits of it, but I am looking forward to being able to locate my cell phone when it rings.

Thanks again everyone.  I will keep you posted.

Julie
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2.7mm X 3.7mm AN
misdiagnosed for 13 years
complete hearing loss on right side
Had Translab surgery on June 30th, released from hospital 48 hours after completion of 5 hours of surgery
BAHA abutment surgery on Oct. 31st, received processor on Dec. 4th
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