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Thursday, August 13, 2009

Home for the Hospital

Ben's surgery today was a success. They were able to do everything in one procedure. It took about an hour longer than expected, but Ben did great while under anesthesia. We are home from the hospital now (my mom is here to help us take care of Ben since we opted not to have a night nurse tonight). We really pushed to go home since we knew Ben would be more comfortable. His pain level right now is pretty bad though. They ended up doing an open procedure instead of laproscopic after inserting the scope so he has 6 different incisions. Since Ben doesn't tolerate Tylenol with Codeine, we are only left with the option of giving him regular Tylenol and Advil combined since we are home and anything stronger could hinder his breathing. I hope I made the right decision bringing him home so soon.

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Anonymous said...: Aunt Jen said...

I'm glad the surgery was successful...I'm just so sorry they had to make six incisions. :( Poor Ben...as if he hasn't had to deal with enough already....you and Mike too. I'm sure Ben will be more comfortable at home too and I don't blame you for wanting to bring him home. Something about being home should help him through a speedy recovery. He's a tough little bird and will come through this stronger than ever. If you guys need me, please call. We love you and hope it's not a long night for all of you. I'm sure it's been a stressful day. Try and rest up when it's not your shift. You don't need getting yourself rundown. Hang in there and give Ben tons of hugs from all of us.... :); August 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM
amy and max said...: Thinking about you all Amy and hoping this recovery goes smoothly. Did they happen to mention how itty bitty everything was? :) They seemed a bit surprised during Max's surgery!; August 14, 2009 at 11:30 AM
Kurby Family said...: I'm so happy to hear things went well, and was accomplished in one procedure. I would have taken Ben home as soon as possible too- good decision, I think recuperation and rest is always better at home than the hospital... for all of you! I hope he makes a speedy recovery and you are able to get some rest.; August 14, 2009 at 2:22 PM
Crystal M. said...: I am glad it went well and I hope the pain level has gone down since you all came home.
Hugs,
Crystal and Eva; August 14, 2009 at 11:04 PM

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