Haven't been on here for a few days. Had a bad attack sunday, was admitted to the hospital, and had gallbladder surgery yesterday. Got home late last night really no worse for wear. Very sore today, and that co2 they use makes for some bothersome pains, but otherwise, feeling okay. Should be up to par in a few days. Feels good to get that thing outa there I tell ya. Had 47 small stones in it. But, no more PAIN! I'm just glad to be here for sure.
------------------ John Deaton III Deaton Signs&Grafix 109 N. Cumberland Ave.,Harlan, Ky. 40831 606-573-9101
Hi John, Let me be the first to wish you a safe return and buddy I dealt with the after effects of the anesthesia for about a week after my surgery. I am doing ok, not walking funny any more. Glad to see your post and congrats on getting things handled. Have a Merry Christmas, to you and Family. Thas'it,................Jack
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Posted by Barb. Shortreed (Member # 1730) on :
Thanks for letting us all know John. Rest up over the Holidays. All the best from our home to yours.
------------------ Barb Shortreed 144 Hill St. E. Fergus, Ont.
Posted by Kelli (Member # 248) on :
John, my sympathies on what I've heard is a very painful thing to go through. At least they can break the stones up with laser nowadays. I can't imagine how excrutiating it must have been before the new techniques were developed. Did ya save any stones? Seriously, glad everything came out o.k. (alright, I couldn't resist) take it easy and get some rest, you deserve it.
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Posted by Felix Marcano (Member # 1833) on :
Real glad you're ok. I had surgery about a month ago for Appendicitis & it wasnt the greatest feeling in the world. Plus the gave me that spinal anesthetic that killed my upper back for about a week. (I'm still wondering why it hurt my upper rather than my lower back.)
------------------ Marcano-Welch Signs Luquillo, Puerto Rico 787-889-6608
Posted by Janette Balogh (Member # 192) on :
Glad to have you back!
Now relax and rest will ya?
hugs, Nettie
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Posted by Mark Fair Signs (Member # 289) on :
good news john!!! i hope you get to feeling better real soon. keep throwing that great sign design and cartooning at us bubba!!!
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Posted by Chris Bryant (Member # 64) on :
Hello John! Rest easy and enjoy your time with friends and family during the holidays.
I took an unexpected trip to a hospital about 2 months ago and at early recovery I reflected on what was really important. My wife and kids were at the top of that list.
Best Wishes! Chris
------------------ Chris Bryant Puyallup, WA (253) 841-3838 bryantsigns@earthlink.net
Posted by old paint (Member # 549) on :
quit eatin all that FRIED CHICKEN.....my mom had hers removed when she was younger..and they told not to eat fried foods any more...
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Posted by Don Hulsey (Member # 128) on :
Hey John,
Sorry you had to do the surprise thing, but glad it went well. At least now you won't have to go through the holidays dreading the surgery.
Take care, and heal well.
------------------ Don Hulsey Strokes by DON signs Utica, KY 270-275-9552 sbdsigns@aol.com
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Posted by Mike Estep (Member # 318) on :
Hey John hate it happened but glad everything is OK, wondered why I haven't seen any posts in a while. Will be to help dad with the Harlan gym floor and I'll stop in and see you. It will be the week after Christmas. Take care and don't rush getting back.
See ya
Marc
------------------ Marc & Mike Estep SignCrafters of London 202 E. 4th St London Ky mestep@kih.net 606-862-0003
Posted by Si Allen (Member # 420) on :
Jonh ...ya got my sympathies! Know what ya mean about gall bladder pain! Now they are over, and be thankful that it was done with 4 little holes in ya! When I had mine done 32 years ago ...they split ya open and looked around!
Don't worry about fried chicken and pork chops...your body will adjust!
Happy Healing!
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Posted by FranCisco Vargas (Member # 145) on :
Hey John, I hate to be down, but sometimes we have no choice. So take advantage of some rest, be cool, walk slow, and drink plenty of water...
------------------ FranCisco Vargas aka: Cisco aka:Traveling Millennium Sign Artist http://www.franciscovargas.com Fresno, CA 93703 559 252-0935
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Posted by cheryl nordby (Member # 1100) on :
Hi John....I bet you are glad to have it over. Speedy recovery to you!
Hey John, Glad yer ok. A little sooner than expected, but ya get a pain-less Holiday! Enjoy & take it easy for a while. Relax, Is Nog permitted? Bill
------------------ Bill Dirkes Bethel Hill Signs Butler, Ky. Goodnight Mrs. Calabash, wherever you are.
Posted by Rick Sacks (Member # 379) on :
So how's your body gonna make bile now? You're not gonna be on this board wanting to buy a used one are you? It's a good time for you to rest. Welcome home.
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Posted by Judy Pate (Member # 237) on :
Hi John, I had my surgery on Dec. 4th...so I know what you've been thru. I had a hiatal hernia repaired instead of gall bladder surgery but I had 5 small incisons...still having problems with the navel one. Since they moved my esophagus all around ..I am still only able to eat soft foods and NO BREAD or MEAT! Man! I could go for a steak with all the trimings right now!Well..at least there is one perk to this surgery..I can lose weight effortlessly. One problem I am having now is remembering NOT to lift anything...before you know it you've lifted something out of habit! I sure don't want to go thru this surgery again!! Glad to see that you are on the mend!Relax and enjoy the holidays while you recuperate! Judy
------------------ Judy Pate Signs By Judy 110 LuMac Road Albany,Ga 31701 229-435-6824 Letterville is my HOME!
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Posted by Deb Fowler (Member # 1039) on :
John,
Hope you're taking it real easy, pal. Don't worry we're not going anywhere, so relax.
take care, Deb
Judy, hope you're on the mend too! Our thoughts will be with you this season too. peace be with you, Deb
------------------ Deb Fowler "You may not be able to stop the boat, but you can change the direction of the sails"
