On Thursday evening, I went to the ER suspecting a kidney infection. I fully anticipated leaving an hour later with some antibiotics. Several labs, three rounds of morphine, and one CT scan later, I was admitted to the hospital.
Turns out my kidneys were fine, but my gallbladder needed to be removed as soon as possible.
I came home late Friday night. Charly, Clarke, Jeannie, and my mom have been kind enough to help us while I recover. My abdomen is still sore, and my meds keep me in a sleepy fog most of the time.
I'm on strict orders to rest, rest, and rest this first week-- which will be more than a little interesting with Thanksgiving falling smack in the middle. After this, I'll need to take it easy for the next three weeks (specifically no hefting children) since I'm at high risk for developing a hernia and pneumonia. Fun times.
Crazy as this has been, I'm grateful that they were able to identify what was going on and take care of it quickly. The doctor even says I should be "with it" in time for Thanksgiving. My health and my family put this holiday in perspective... even if I can't indulge in all the yumminess.
Turns out my kidneys were fine, but my gallbladder needed to be removed as soon as possible.
I came home late Friday night. Charly, Clarke, Jeannie, and my mom have been kind enough to help us while I recover. My abdomen is still sore, and my meds keep me in a sleepy fog most of the time.
I'm on strict orders to rest, rest, and rest this first week-- which will be more than a little interesting with Thanksgiving falling smack in the middle. After this, I'll need to take it easy for the next three weeks (specifically no hefting children) since I'm at high risk for developing a hernia and pneumonia. Fun times.
Crazy as this has been, I'm grateful that they were able to identify what was going on and take care of it quickly. The doctor even says I should be "with it" in time for Thanksgiving. My health and my family put this holiday in perspective... even if I can't indulge in all the yumminess.
