Chatting with Gundi - Page 1611

*Raphne* · 05-16-2012, 12:16 PM

Prayers from me, too, Chris! How are you feeling?

**Christine** · 05-16-2012, 01:48 PM

The lab messed up on drawing my blood, put it in the wrong types of tubes so i had to go back in and have them take 9 more tubes of blood. Between that and the lumbar puncture my head is killing me when i am vertical. I got an appt with the cardiologist next monday.

*sandygb* · 05-16-2012, 05:26 PM

Keeping fingers and toes crossed for you Chris.....

GrandmaCrys · 05-16-2012, 06:11 PM

Oh, Chris, we want this to go as smoothly as possible, but...well, life is life. Prayers for you, My Friend.

*Raphne* · 05-17-2012, 09:17 AM

Chris. That's miserable. I'm glad you have your appointments all set up though-- it will be so reassuring to have a plan of attack

**Christine** · 05-17-2012, 09:57 PM

They couldn't get me in until tomorrow at 8:10am so until then I will continue lying down.

debilou · 05-19-2012, 07:29 AM

I'm sorry about the lab screw up

Hopefully you will have answers on Monday!

Feel better. Hugs. And prayers

AliceMattison · 05-19-2012, 07:33 AM

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, Chris.

PQ · 05-19-2012, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Christine

The lab messed up on drawing my blood, put it in the wrong types of tubes so i had to go back in and have them take 9 more tubes of blood. Between that and the lumbar puncture my head is killing me when i am vertical. I got an appt with the cardiologist next monday.

Praying for you Gundi!

*Raphne* · 05-19-2012, 09:39 AM

any update, Chris? I hope you had the blood patch and are feeling much, much better!

**Christine** · 05-20-2012, 11:59 AM

I had to get a blood patch done on Friday for the spinal headaches from the lumbar puncture done on Monday. I have spent practically the whole week in bed flat on my back. Yesterday my headache was lots better but my back/hips/neck were so stiff both from the patch and from being flat so long. Today my headache is gone YAY! and not quite as stiff/sore. Another YAY! I still have some fine motor issues from the stroke, so I am doing "therapy" by typing. LOL I have to say it is frustrating to be so slooooooow at something I normally do every day! My leg, arm and face are still a bit fuzzy on my left, but compared to what it you typically see from a stroke I am grateful! I have a cardio appt tomorrow to see about the hole in my heart, another MRI this week, then a neuro appt next week. I haven't heard back on any results yet. I am going to try to go to church today and see how it goes. I am so grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers and support.

*stitchmich* · 05-20-2012, 01:13 PM

Oh Chirstine!!! I am so shocked and sorry to hear this news. Big hugs and prayers for you sweet friend. I hope your recovery is a quick one. You are a naturally speedy person, so I think your healing process will be a speedy one

sorry about the lab error. it was probably one of those crazy labcorp people, lol.

*stitchmich* · 05-20-2012, 01:13 PM

what's a blood patch?

idtwinmom · 05-20-2012, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Christine

I had to get a blood patch done on Friday for the spinal headaches from the lumbar puncture done on Monday. I have spent practically the whole week in bed flat on my back. Yesterday my headache was lots better but my back/hips/neck were so stiff both from the patch and from being flat so long. Today my headache is gone YAY! and not quite as stiff/sore. Another YAY! I still have some fine motor issues from the stroke, so I am doing "therapy" by typing. LOL I have to say it is frustrating to be so slooooooow at something I normally do every day! My leg, arm and face are still a bit fuzzy on my left, but compared to what it you typically see from a stroke I am grateful! I have a cardio appt tomorrow to see about the hole in my heart, another MRI this week, then a neuro appt next week. I haven't heard back on any results yet. I am going to try to go to church today and see how it goes. I am so grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers and support.

OMG!!!!! I just read this post in my email and just could not believe it! I know I've not been around, life has simply interfered, but my prayers are with you and I will at least try to read more often.

idtwinmom · 05-20-2012, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Christine

Ahhhh sounds like pharmacy school. So I have unbelievable news. I had a stroke Saturday night. I have since found out that the reason was I still have an open foramen ovale which allowed a clot to sneak thru to my brain. I am doing amazingly well, already I have recovered most of my strength on my left side. They are concerned about some spots that are old on MRI so they r trying to also rule out MS also. And I have to see a cardiologist to see about fixing my heart. I would appreciate all thoughts and prayers that the ms tests come out negative.

Adding my prayers to this too! Oh, my heart just aches for you!