Neil had an uncomfortable night, not much sleep and was sick again. Operations seem to leave him with an awful migraine. I was able to pick him up at 2pm and bring him home, where he has slept since he got in. I now have until 8pm to feed him up, before he has to fast again!
As you all know the operation tomorrow is a ‘biggy’. He is the only patient on the list and should be in theatre around 8.30-9.00am. The op will go on until around 6pm, if all goes as planned. If things go better than expected they could be done as early as 3.30pm. If there are complications, it will continue late into the evening. For those of you who are praying I thought it might be helpful to give you some specific points for prayer:
Firstly, that he survives it and that he does not suffer a stroke. While the Dr’s have done all they can to minimise these risks they are still risks associated with this operation.
Risks he is more likely to face are, permanent loss of hearing in his left ear, as they will probably have to cut the nerve serving that ear – pray that this will not be the case.
The Vegas nerve also serves the back of the throat, so we are expecting swallowing, talking and breathing to be compromised, he may need a tracheotomy. Please pray that this won’t be required and that these functions are maintained after the operation.
Also, please pray for the Dr’s and medical staff. The children are coping well this week, we are planning for them to go to school tomorrow, to keep focused on their work , rather than worrying at home. Please pray for them too.
Finally, please pray that he will not suffer any further migraine’s following the op and that his recovery will be quicker than expected. Thank you all for your wonderful support, it makes such a difference. You are welcome to txt me, but I might not answer everyone, I will put an update on the blog as soon as I have news tomorrow evening.
Love
Sue
November 21, 2013
Hi Neil, sue and family.
I’m not sure if you’ll remember me.
My thoughts have been with you all today. I can’t even imagine what you must all be going through.
My love and prayers are with you. Not sure what else really to say… But I will continue to pray for you all
Lots of love Emily ward x
November 21, 2013
We are continuing to pray for all aspects of the day, especially for you Sue as you are caring for your whole family just now. Do remember to look after yourself as well. Looking forward to hearing news later on today.
November 21, 2013
I hope the op goes to plan with no complications, will be thinking of you all.
Steve
November 21, 2013
Actually it’s today isn’t it xxxxxxxxxxxooooooo
November 21, 2013
Lots of prayers coming your way, thank you for keeping us updated. Will be thinking about you all, tomorrow.
Lots of hugs
The Stewarts xxoo
November 21, 2013
Dear Sue,
Thank you for keeping us up to date via the blog, we will certainly keep you in our prayers all day tomorrow.
You have coped remarkably well so far. This must be the biggest challenge yet and we join you in praying for a positive outcome in these specific ways.
Someone gave me this verse once when we were at Hither Green, so I now pass it on to you…
Every blessing
Richard. Exodus 17 v 11-13 (Aaron and Hur hold up Moses arms in prayer)
November 20, 2013
I wish you all a sense of peace and calmness during this difficult stage of Neils illness. I am sending positive thoughts and prayers everyday.
Love Clauds X
November 20, 2013
We will be praying Aunty Sue. Thank you so much for keeping us updated. Lots of love and hugs from Naomi, Michael and Joshua Xxx