Wednesday 23 June 2010
The day of the biopsy, hell am I nervous, but Jayne strong as ever gets us to the hospital on time, Western General Edinburgh, Today the biopsy is being performed by Dr Glancy, turned out another fine doctor, well what would you expect, another gent, explained everything and asking if I had any questions. Was put into a private room courtesy of the NHS, just settling in and chap on the door, An old colleague from the airport, now working for the NHs Chief David, was nice to see him again and Dave did his best to settle me down.......More needles in arm,,, (think you can guess that I hate needles lol) and left to relax till they were ready for me. 11.30 and porter calls to take me down to theatre,, stomach in knots now, said cherio to my darling wife and trundled away. Into theatre and introduced to the team, there were about 9 of them and I'm sorry but I forgot most of your names, but so relaxing and comforting.
Beacause of the proceedure they have to keep you awake, SHIT....... but Dr glancy assured me all would be well,,,, slight prick in the stomach to kill pain.....YEAH RIGHT.......anyway away they went taking approx 6 sections from my Liver for examination...... sorry but hell was that bloody painfull, but No Pain No Gain.... Dr Glancy was very comforting and reasuring and after about an hour I was ready to be taken back to ward. For the next 6 hours the doctors and nurses were superbe,, checking me every 15 mins making sure I was in no pain etc etc.
Eventually at 8pm we were allowed to go home, still feeling numb and in a little discomfort...........
But after a good night sleep here I am wrighting up my Blog.
Now all we can do is wait,,,,,,,,,, the tests are being done as I wright and hopefully we should get the results within a week..........................I hope that by reading this blog people can get a better understanding on how you can fight diseases, especially with the love of your family, friands and neighbours, ( I have been overwhelmed by the support that I have been given, and not really wanting to name names, But Jayne my wife, Lauren my daughter, Mum and Dad, Sadie, philip, and steve, robert, all my friends at work Fiona,anne,and charlotte, amd all my friends in the village.... THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT) You will never know what it means to me. TA
So at the moment thats where we are,,,,,,,,,,, Will keep you updated as to the results, the outcome and then " THE FIGHT " Be safe all DEREK
Well babe, what can I say... you were sepcial when I met you, but now every day we spend together is even more special.
ReplyDeleteLike with everything else over the last 13 year together, we will get through this together. I'm glad to see you not lost your sense of humour...
Now, you have got my full fat cooking to look foward to - as recommended by the dietician, healthy eating is out of the window. You can have as much butter (no more low fat spread), cream as you like so we can fatten you up as there are lots of things that we want to do!
As per Derek, thank you to everyone for their kind support - this is important to me too. But also important that we try and keep as normal as possible as there is plenty of life in the old prawn yet.
Love you loads babe
Jayne xx
hey you two,,what are you like,,you have each other,lauren, amazing friends,and from the sounds of it a pretty delicous diet on the horizon,,you will get through this,,trust me,,and you soon will be jetting back off to italy with all this behind you,,i know it,,you have to stay positive,,its the most important medicine you have,,,and you have it by the bucket load,,,you have been here for me derek,,now its my turn,,,stop fathing about and get back here i miss you,,enjoy the sunshine rest and take it easy,,and what ever comes you are strong and loved ,,
ReplyDeleteHi Dad...just read all of that, and although I already knew, seeing it all written out like that makes it really hit home!
ReplyDeleteYou know i'll always be there for you and that I love you to pieces, so if you ever need a chat, or just a big cuddle from your little girl - you know where I am!
We all need to be strong for you, and for eachother. Jayne has been amazingly strong for both of us!!
Love you xxx
Lauren x
p.s - we will have another father's day - promise!
p.p.s - I hope you've hidden they malteasers well!! haha! x
Hi Derek
ReplyDeleteJust to let you know Craig and I are thinking about you, stay strong and you can fight this. We will keep in touch. Give our love to Jayne.
John and Craig
Hi Derek,Helen here! Met Jayne in Sainsburys and thought she was finding a new way to diet-all that lovely full fat food,whilst my trolley was full of salad,low fat yogurts,fish,and oh.....a few bottles of wine! I am absolutely fascinated by all the medical information you are giving out,I am funny like that...Sandy sez your attitude and sense of humour will see you through,and see you at Wine Club Sun night! Oh shit! He's just remembered he's forgotten the reminder! See you soon as per normal,love us xx
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