Debbie’s Story

Site created on January 23, 2023

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Journal entry by Debbie Hatfield

I am six weeks beyond the second surgery.  I see the surgeon on Wednesday and hope to be released for exercise so I can start back on my treadmill.  You haven’t missed much, just lots of healing happening!  

 

I am mostly working from home, but am starting to venture back in 2 days a week.  I still get pretty worn out from a day, but so much better since adding Vitamin D and magnesium to the daily pills. 

 

This week I started PT in hopes of regaining my shoulder range of motion.  I’ve also developed lymphedema so I have a fun new fashion accessory in the form of a compression sleeve.  

 

Tomorrow I have my first infusion of a drug that is supposed help with bone loss caused by the long-term drug.  This will be every six months. 

 

Overall, recovery is going well.  Managing side effects and trying to listen to my body when it says “enough” for a day.  I am generally a planner and this has taught me that life can’t always be laid out ahead of time.  It truly is one day at time with regard to how I feel.  

 

The Lord has been good in so many ways and I thank everyone who has continued to follow this, continued to pray, and sent me quick messages.  I am truly grateful your love and support.

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