Going in for surgery

Tom Dunlap said:
Of course, the more I read the more I know

In this clip I found something that could be common for arborists

What is Idiopathic Diaphragm Paralysis?
Idiopathic Diaphragm Paralysis is the diagnosis applied when the cause of the diaphragm (breathing) paralysis is not known. For example, if there is no obvious acute trauma to the neck or chest, and there has not been any procedure or intervention that may have inadvertently caused a phrenic nerve injury.
Idiopathic Diaphragm Paralysis has traditionally been thought to occur from a “mystery” virus (often termed Parsonage-Turner syndrome or viral neuritis), however from our vast experience in evaluating thousands, and treating hundreds of patients over the last fifteen years, we have clearly identified that most cases of Idiopathic Diaphragm Paralysis are actually a result of chronic peripheral nerve compression in the neck region.
Chronic nerve compression of the peripheral cervical roots and phrenic nerve is a kind of “wear and tear” phenomenon, likely related to a cumulative impact of past “mini-traumas.” Examples could include contact sports, work-related damage (e.g. manual laborers, tech-neck) or exercise injuries. Unfortunately, there is no way to accurately identify compression of these small nerve structures on an MRI. However, we do rely on cervical MRI to eliminate the possibility of spinal cord compression. We also perform complete diagnostic testing to rule out the possibility of a viral cause or a generalized neurological disorder (e.g. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease).
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could it be neurological?. go for flu shots much?? they often contain mercury which can damage the nervous system.
 
Daniel said:
could it be neurological?. go for flu shots much?? they often contain mercury which can damage the nervous system.
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Daniel

I appreciate your participation but I’m shaking my head.

Did you even read in one of my links about what’s going on? You’re coming up with stuff that’s not related. Remember, we’re tree surgeons. I’ve talked with my primary, respiratory, cardiologist and thoracic surgeons. Along with lots of reading. From lots of highly educated sources. Where do you come up with your stuff? Still shaking my head
 
Can we not turn yet another thread into this debate. Just drop it. Its about Tom not the vaccine debate. I'm not even gonna tell you where I stand on the matter because there is no showing the unwilling to see. I'm interested in Tom otherwise this is yet another thread I'll never ever open again!
 
there are a couple of important pre-op procedures I have to get done

A simple pre-op physical within 30 days. I have to get another one because of rescheduling. That will be about two hours total as well as another co-pay. The co-pay is around $25 I think. It seems fair that the hospital should cover that cost since I had nothing to do with the cancellation. My guess is that I will be told no. Then I have to decide how much my time is worth arguing with accounting and insurance company.

My surgeon requires that I get a specific Covid 19 test done on Saturday for Thursday surgery. I got nervous last time because the results didn’t come back by weds afternoon. This got my anxiety up because I thought it might cause me to not get in. My surgeons staff told me that a quick test could be done on Thursday. I’ve had all the shots and boosters which helps my case. I got the email for the negative C19 test at 10pm.

I figured out what happened, and will happen again for rescheduling. The test is done in a federally operated facility which would have been closed for Juneteenth and will certainly be closed for July 4th.

This operation and everything along with it is a big learning experience for me. In ghe past Ive only had a couple of overnight hospital stays. There has been only one that was scheduled and not an emergency trauma. I had the bursa taken out of my left knee years ago. I’m single, no kids and my family is in TX and CA. There are friends here to rely on of course. When I e talked with friends about how I’m feeling about this process I’ve felt a bit overwhelmed. I’m used to cooking for myself and doing things on my own. It’s much different though when I don’t have support or someone to coordinate ghe complexities of ghe surgery. Cats need attention. Mail in ghe house. Lawn mowed. I’m so fortunate to have a very nice couple next door who help out. Comforting

Mixed in with this Mom, 93 years old, in Dallas, is finally sorta starting to get old. My brother and his girls are there to help Mom. Sis will come to stay with her in mid July. If Mom takes a bad turn I might have to postpone surgery. Once Dr Robotico goes in I’m grounded here for a few weeks. No travel.

The hospital where I go is only about a ten minute drive away. One large benefit of living in a large city and in a state known for providing good health care
 
Tom Dunlap said:
Daniel

I appreciate your participation but I’m shaking my head.

Did you even read in one of my links about what’s going on? You’re coming up with stuff that’s not related. Remember, we’re tree surgeons. I’ve talked with my primary, respiratory, cardiologist and thoracic surgeons. Along with lots of reading. From lots of highly educated sources. Where do you come up with your stuff? Still shaking my head
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I read more detail in your posts after I had posted the thought about the flu shots.. It may have nothing to do with it, but when the doctors say they don't know what causes it, then I start thinking environmental toxins... it could be the glyphosate in the beer or bread or whatever... it could be mercury in the teeth.. it could be living downwind from a coal plant, or exposure while in the military. Maybe on the job if you ever sprayed trees. could be Lyme disease or exposure to mold.. Could be multiple factors, could be bad nerve flow from structural imbalances that a chiropractor could have fixed if treated early etc... we just don't know. I had my hip operated on in Feb and am feeling much more mobile. Fortunately, I had a roommate to help out. Ask for help if you need it.
 
Tom, your mileage may vary, but after my major surgery, once I was able to eat solids (5 days after surgery), only sweet stuff tasted right. The other flavors (salty, savory, bitter, sour) just tasted "gray." I thought it might be the hospital food, but it continued for a while after getting home. I don't know if it was caused by the surgical anesthesia, morphine pump or something else. Anyhow, might be something you experience post-op as well.
 
Now I'm on track for Thursday surgery. Check in at 10 am, surgery at noon, supposed to take 4 hours. I'll post here after I contact family.

For the really curious...


Top Heart & Lung Surgeon | Dallas, TX | Robotic Thoracic Surgery

Learn how Dr. Pool performs robotic thoracic surgery with the daVinci robot
www.jmarkpoolmd.com www.jmarkpoolmd.com


www.medicinenet.com

What Is a Plication of the Diaphragm Procedure?

A surgical plication of the diaphragm treats paralysis or abnormal shaped of the diaphragm muscle. This condition usually leads to breathing difficulties, often caused by phrenic nerve problems or congenital problems. Surgical plication to stabilize the diaphragm is needed to prevent the lungs...
www.medicinenet.com www.medicinenet.com
 
Tom Dunlap said:
Now I'm on track for Thursday surgery. Check in at 10 am, surgery at noon, supposed to take 4 hours. I'll post here after I contact family.

For the really curious...


Top Heart & Lung Surgeon | Dallas, TX | Robotic Thoracic Surgery

Learn how Dr. Pool performs robotic thoracic surgery with the daVinci robot
www.jmarkpoolmd.com www.jmarkpoolmd.com


www.medicinenet.com

What Is a Plication of the Diaphragm Procedure?

A surgical plication of the diaphragm treats paralysis or abnormal shaped of the diaphragm muscle. This condition usually leads to breathing difficulties, often caused by phrenic nerve problems or congenital problems. Surgical plication to stabilize the diaphragm is needed to prevent the lungs...
www.medicinenet.com www.medicinenet.com
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@Tom Dunlap - All the Best !
 
Good luck Tom. Reach and I may still be convalescent couch companions with you. It’s amazing how much ppl will show up for you in times like this. Friends have come over to mow, do dishes, take trash, etc. There’s nothing good on Netflix, sorry to report. Metamucil still sucks just as much as it ever did. Don’t watch Rear Window, do watch the Simpsons episode that parodies it.
 
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