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Cat Forum / Cat Anecdotes / November 2006Purrs for kilikini
Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's scared spitless. (Who wouldn't be?) She's going to be in for a long haul recovering from this massive surgery. Along with the tumor they are going to remove 4 ribs and her left breast and "rebuild" using muscle tissue from her abdomen. She will pretty much be out of commission for about a year. That's why her MIL bought that motorized recliner for her. On top of everything else, her husband has only been working about 2 days a week and he's paid by the hour. (He's in construction.) Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some purrs! I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've released her to go back home. Jill > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill *MEGA* purrs and purr-ayers are on the way. Hugs, CatNipped > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill Mega purrs on the way, Christy is such a good person *nobody* deserves what she's going through.  SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) Cats leave pawprints on your heart. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk Purrs and baby drool on the way! best wishes for a successful surgery, and a speedy and easy recovery. -Caroline S. > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill We are sending non-stop prayers for Kilikini's successful surgery and a good recovery. MLB and TuTu > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill Purrs for Kili. She has a long road ahead of her and I can't even express my admiration and respect for her at her courage. I hope she serves as a role model for some of us who don't realize how fortunate we are. Sherry I will pray a rosary everyday for kili. I hope she recovers fairly quickly and without much trouble. God bless her. Lily & her mama PS Lily will also purr mightily for her. SignatureIrulan from the stars we come to the stars we return from now until the end of time. > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] > > Jill >Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and >tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > >Jill Mega purrs on the way for Christy. Randy http://picasaweb.google.com/crmartin1 http://kittenwar.com/kittens/74045/ > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill Thanks for the reminder Jill. PURRS that can be heard around the world are being sent > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] > > Jill > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > to > go back home. What a horror story.... If you have their number can you call the DH tomorrow for an update when the cut & paste is finished? We'll be purring hard here for no further complications and a super quick, painless recovery. >> Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and >> tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's >> scared spitless. (Who wouldn't be?)... >> >>> Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some purrs! Purrs from Mrs Cat should be on their way tomorrow, after she comes home :-) Meantime, have some purrs from all the cats I meet in the street, and very occasionally at work :-) :-) SignatureMatSav MatSav" <"matthew | dot | savage | at | dsl | dot | pipex | dot | com wrote: >>> Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests >>> and tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > Meantime, have some purrs from all the cats I meet in the street, and > very occasionally at work :-) :-) She won't be home for at least a week. They had to drive to the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville for the surgery. Jill >> Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and >> tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > purring hard here for no further complications and a super quick, > painless recovery. I don't have the number of the hospital in Jacksonville. I only have her home number. Recovery time is estimated at about 1 year. Jill > I don't have the number of the hospital in Jacksonville. I only have her > home number. Recovery time is estimated at about 1 year. Here's the clinic's number: (904) 953-2000 (I googled.) Hope she does well, I've been thinking of her. Rhonda >> I don't have the number of the hospital in Jacksonville. I only >> have her home number. Recovery time is estimated at about 1 year. [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > > Rhonda Thank you. I did that after my post but I don't think she's going to be up to taking phone calls until she gets home. Jill > I don't have the number of the hospital in Jacksonville. I only have her > home number. Recovery time is estimated at about 1 year. > > Jill Jill, I just saw Kili's surgery date post tonight, so I know I am too late to reach her, but I sent her a private e-mail anyway. In it I included my cell phone number and told her and her husband to call me anytime day or night if they are in any kind of trouble, or just need some answers. Can you please convey this info to her husband, so that he knows? He might be able to get to a internet cafe or something and check that e-mail. I can't do much for them from the West Coast, but sometimes it can be very heartening just to have access to a resource at times like this. Thanks in advance, Jill. --tension >Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and >tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > >Jill Power purrs revving up for Christy and her family. Theresa Stinky Pictures: http://community.webshots.com/album/125591586JWEFwh Make Levees, Not War > Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some purrs! > I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've released her to > go back home. Lots of purrs on the way. I should think she is terrified! SignatureMarina, Miranda and Caliban. In loving memory of Frank and Nikki. Stories and pics at http://koti.welho.com/mkurten/ Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's > scared spitless. (Who wouldn't be?) > She's going to be in for a long haul recovering from this massive surgery. > Along with the tumor they are going to remove 4 ribs and her left breast and > "rebuild" using muscle tissue from her abdomen. She will pretty much be out > of commission for about a year. Big-*ss purrs from my gang for her surgery to go well, and for her recovery to be tolerable! I know the beginning of the recovery is going to be hard. Hope they give her really good drugs. Joyce > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's > scared spitless. (Who wouldn't be?) I know that feeling and I send prayers to her to come through it all with good pain control. Tweed Purrs on the way. Ann Signatureread Sam's blog at http://kittens-3.blogspot.com/ see pictures of Sam at http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/ann791/my_photos > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] > > Jill > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > to > go back home. Our purrs join the chorus. Yowie Purrs for Christy from my crowd, along with positive thoughts for successful surgery and a smooth recovery. Definitely let us know when you hear how she it. Thanks for reminding us of the date. Debbie > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill > Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some purrs! > I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've released her to > go back home. We're sending the strongest purrs possible. Is Christy in the holiday card list? SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com >> Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some >> purrs! I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've >> released her to go back home. > > We're sending the strongest purrs possible. Is Christy in the holiday > card list? I think she asked to be on the Receive list. For obvious reasons she won't be mailing any cards this year. Jill Right you two! Get them purrs motors up to full speed for Kilikini or no HAM for you tonight! Actually they didn't need bribery- Dunz is sitting next to me and purring a storm and Sarsi is on the sofa doing likewise! Good thing they didn't need bribing as I am plain outta ham (BAD catslave!) Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs Major purrs for Kili! Jeanne Hedge, as directed by Natasha ============ http://www.jhedge.com > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill Purrs still coming for kili. > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill Of course the purr motors are revved up fully for Kili. I didn't realize how extensive the surgery will be. SignatureSam, closely supervised by Mistletoe >> Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and >> tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and [quoted text clipped - 16 lines] > Of course the purr motors are revved up fully for Kili. I didn't > realize how extensive the surgery will be. Very extensive and then aggressively treated with radiation therapy. Jill Here's hoping all goes smoothly for Kili Mega purrs and lots of prayers are on the way to Kilikini and her DH. SignatureHugs and Purrs, Nan and the Furkids > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill I had a very serious discussion with Sam last night and explained to him all that Christy is about to go through. He is sending his very best, post-operative, been there, done that, rib resection and thoracic reconstruction purrs. He said he is going to be the head purrleader of our household where Christy is concerned and I'm sure he'll get lots of rumbly purrs headed her way. Julie, Hobbes, Lacey, Sam and Barnabus >Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some purrs! >I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've released her to >go back home. Thank you for posting this. I wish her the best for her surgery. It sounds so radical, I'm surprised she can get out in a week. I'm sure it'll take much of that year to recover! I hope and hope that she'll get through it okay, and that they get all of that tumor. For this to be what they consider a borderline cancer still sounds incredible. >> Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some >> purrs! I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > get through it okay, and that they get all of that tumor. For this to > be what they consider a borderline cancer still sounds incredible. It's relatively rare but known to recur with (unfortunate) frequency. This is why they are treating it so aggressively. Jill > >> Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some > >> purrs! I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > > Jill Actually I did a bit of extra reading on it, and it seems that there is a rate of recurrence, less than 30% usually, but that after any resection or treatment of single recurrence, it is usually gone for good. It does not tend to recur repeatedly, which is good, and very unlike typical malignant cancer. That is likely why it is not usually considered as a form of cancer. --tension >>>> Get those furry felines' engines revved up, please. She needs some >>>> purrs! I'm expecting to hear from her in a week or so, once they've [quoted text clipped - 21 lines] > > --tension Huh... that's not what the surgeon told her re: recurrence rates but he's probably erring on the side of caution. I certainly hope so! Jill >> Actually I did a bit of extra reading on it, and it seems that >> there is a rate of recurrence, less than 30% usually, but [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > > Jill The surgeon told me that it comes back in 70% of the cases unless they do radical surgery and remove the entire sarcoma site. Dr. TerKonda and Dr. Odell hopefully went way beyond the margins to get the tumor out. We'll know more tomorrow when the pathology report comes in. If any of the tumor extends past the margins of the excision, then they'll go back in and take out another rib or more muscle tissue. I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this again. It really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That was an attempt at humor. <g>) kili -- http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini >The surgeon told me that it comes back in 70% of the cases unless they do >radical surgery and remove the entire sarcoma site. Dr. TerKonda and Dr. [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] >really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That >was an attempt at humor. <g>) OMG. You just had major surgery, died, and you're already posting? It must be uncomfortable, but I'm glad you got the surgery. >> The surgeon told me that it comes back in 70% of the cases unless >> they do radical surgery and remove the entire sarcoma site. Dr. [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > OMG. You just had major surgery, died, and you're already posting? > It must be uncomfortable, but I'm glad you got the surgery. I'm a computer junkie........ I can't help it. :~) You guys are stuck with me for better or worse. kili -- http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini ...> I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this again. It really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. ... > kili > http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini Kili, You are incredibly strong. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers that they got it all the first time and that you have a rapid recovery. It's good to see that you are posting already and even cracking jokes. I hope you are able to get at least a sponge bath. I assume an actual shower will be out of the question for a while. gentle hugs and healing thoughts, Annie > ...> I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this > again. It really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] > gentle hugs and healing thoughts, > Annie Thanks Annie for such thoughts. (But I think the kids are a bit pissed I left them for a week.) I'm sooooo looking forward to washing my hair. If I could find a way to do it without getting my body wet, bending over or leaning back I'd be a happy woman. Any suggestions??? kili -- http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini > I'm sooooo looking forward to washing my hair. If I could find a way to do > it without getting my body wet, bending over or leaning back I'd be a happy > woman. Any suggestions??? Glad to see that you are home and posting again. Welcome back. Did you receive my e-mail? Hair: How about this... get one of those dry-cleaning bags that they put over a long dress, or a large lawn size trash bag....seal up any little holes, perforations with duct tape, except the neck-hole....poke your head through, and have someone seal it around your neck with, say, masking tape, something easy to remove.... then sit upright on a stool in the shower while someone washes your hair for you. Best wishes for your recovery. --tension ... > Thanks Annie for such thoughts. (But I think the kids are a bit pissed I > left them for a week.) [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > happy woman. Any suggestions??? > kili I'm sure that when they see you the kitties will revert to nurse cat mode. I thought it was interesting that when I came home and crashed from my lumpectomy surgery, the cats were sitting, one on either side of me when I woke up. Although they routinely walked all over me before the surgery, they were careful not to walk on my chest. I knew I had completely healed when they started walking on my chest again. Of course, this was day surgery and minor compared to what you have gone through, but I hope your kitties will be as careful when they walk on you. As for the hair, someone suggested cornstarch. The stores might have kind of dry shampoo specifically for that purpose, but, you'd probably be paying more for the same stuff in a fancy package. Annie > As for the hair, someone suggested cornstarch. The stores might have kind > of dry shampoo specifically for that purpose, but, you'd probably be paying > more for the same stuff in a fancy package. Emergency hair treatment tip Rub talc (or get someone else to do it) into your scalp until it's well in. Leave for 5 minutes (to let the talc absorb grease etc) then brush (or get someone else to brush) out the talc. Messy as Hell have newspaper or whatever to deal with the talc falling out.. don't wear black as it will look as if you have the worse case of dandruff ever Also (tip from Dave's experience) you could try sitting at the side of the shower and getting someone to comb your hair back so it falls behind you (This works best if you have long hair) and get the helper to carefully wash yiur hair using the shower attachment the trick apparently is to be in such a position the water runs into the drain but doesn't soak you... a towel at the back of the wheelchair (If you have one if not around your neck)) will catch any drips Anyway I am glad to see you are home! And have set Fabulous Furballs to full on purr mode for you! Lesley Slave of the Fabulous Furballs Kili, welcome back! I didn't think you'd be able to type for quite some time. I'm so glad you're home and feeling good enough to "talk." You've been to heck and back, I hope you're just lounging around, eating bon bons and watching TV. Have Nurse Pua do the cooking for awhile. As for hair-washing, as a teen I used to use that spray-on shampoo once in awhile, it's sort of like spraying talcum powder into your hair and then brushing like crazy. Matter of fact, I think I used talcum a couple of times. Haven't tried any of that for years though but it was a quick fix. Hope you're feeling better every day! Rhonda > Thanks Annie for such thoughts. (But I think the kids are a bit pissed I > left them for a week.) [quoted text clipped - 6 lines] > -- > http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini >>> Actually I did a bit of extra reading on it, and it seems that >>> there is a rate of recurrence, less than 30% usually, but [quoted text clipped - 22 lines] > really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That > was an attempt at humor. <g>) Purrs that the first shower isn't too terribly far off. And that the first time you are able to have your hair washed isn't too far off either. Jo >> I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this >> again. It really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in [quoted text clipped - 5 lines] > > Jo Do you think cat saliva can get grease out of hair? If so, I have 3 hairdressers!!! :~) kili -- http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini >>> I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this >>> again. It really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > >kili Cornmeal rubbed into your hair and then brushed out should remove the grease. It'll make a mess so spread newspapers or something under your chair and let someone else brush it out of your hair. SignatureHugs and Purrs, Nan and the Furkids >>> I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this >>> again. It really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in [quoted text clipped - 8 lines] > Do you think cat saliva can get grease out of hair? If so, I have 3 > hairdressers!!! :~) The water free shampoos out there do a good job of cleaning hair and getting the "grease" out. But there is just no substitute for warm water on your scalp. If you are physically able to lie back in a shampoo chair, I'd be stopping by a shop for a shampoo in the way home. I'm sure you will work out something that is possible for you. I know I was able to "shower" in the bath tub not too long after I got home from my surgery. It was ok to remove the dressings and get the incisions wet, as long as I didn't take a bath and soak them. I had a bath chair that sat in the tub so I could get in and out and not have to stand as well as a flexible hose thing with a shower head on the end so I could control the water. Jo > I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this again. It > really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That > was an attempt at humor. <g>) I'm so glad to see you posting. Many purrs on-going - hope you get to shower soon. SignatureMarina, Miranda and Caliban. In loving memory of Frank and Nikki. Stories and pics at http://koti.welho.com/mkurten/ Pics at http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/frankiennikki/ and http://community.webshots.com/user/frankiennikki > I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this again. It > really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That > was an attempt at humor. <g>) Hiya Kili Just wanted you to know that here in England we're all purring like mad for your recovery. I'm sure the furbabies will be appreciating your scent at its proper strength, they don't like soapsmells much (usually, of course there will always be exceptions among the contrariblighters) :) Purrs Gordon & the FF > I'm hoping they got it all........... I do NOT want to do this again. It > really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That > was an attempt at humor. <g>) Anything to keep your spirits up! Remember that your personal attitude is key in a successful recovery. We'll keep purring for you! SignatureVictor M. Martinez Owned and operated by the Fantastic Seven (TM) Send your spam here: uce@ftc.gov Email me here: pistorLITTER@BOXaustin.rr.com <snip> > The surgeon told me that it comes back in 70% of the cases unless > they do radical surgery and remove the entire sarcoma site. Dr. [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > kili I'm surprised to see you posting so soon, I hope this means you're recovering. As for the shower, you should have one evry month whether you need it or not. ;-) SignatureAdrian (Owned by Snoopy and Bagheera) Cats leave pawprints on your heart. http://community.webshots.com/user/clowderuk > The surgeon told me that it comes back in 70% of the cases unless they do > radical surgery and remove the entire sarcoma site. Dr. TerKonda and Dr. [quoted text clipped - 10 lines] > -- > http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kilikini Kili, I do so hope they got it all and you don't have to have any more surgery. You've been through so much and you are so brave! You are an inspiration! We are sending you lots of healing purrs and best wishes, Polonca and Soncek > The surgeon told me that it comes back in 70% of the cases unless they do > radical surgery and remove the entire sarcoma site. Dr. TerKonda and Dr. [quoted text clipped - 7 lines] > really kind of stinks. (Literally, I haven't showered in a week. - That > was an attempt at humor. <g>) I was given a "bed bath" where a nurse sponges you with soap all over (you do your own private bits if you can) and then got rinsed with a clean cloth. I felt so much better afterwards. Could you have this done for you? Some attempt should be made by the nursing staff to keep your skin clean daily if you are not able to do it yourself. What if bacteria gets into your wounds if your skin and hair haven't been washed for a week? It wouldn't matter normally, but it does if you have a surgical wound. I think about you every day and send my best wishes. Don't get despondent if you don't feel well as soon as you want to. It takes much longer than you think to get over major surgery, just take every day as a day nearer to recovery. One day you will be well again. Tweed Wow! I'm way impressed. Less than 1 week post-op and you're feeling up to post!! So happy to hear that you're up to wanting to post, but don't push yourself too hard. We'll be here whenever you can come back to us. And yes, we're continuing the purrs until you tell us you don't need them anymore. SignatureSam, closely supervised by Mistletoe Mega purrs being sent for Christy!! Dewi > Today is the day Christy (kilikini) she gets all her pre-op tests and > tomorrow she's scheduled for surgery. She called the other day and she's [quoted text clipped - 13 lines] > > Jill |
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