OT: Need some good news

[RichZ]

Somebody told me after my vascular surgery in May, that I must be a cat, because I seem to have 9 lives.
Unfortunately, by my count, I'm down to my last one.
Enjoyed a great day catching stripers on the river on Thursday. Got home and was busy getting the boat and my gear ready to do it again on Friday and Saturday. Bent over to climb out of the boat and felt a twinge behind my knee. Not really a pain, just 'something'. And I knew that I had to sit down before I fell over. Eventually managed to get out of the boat and put stuff away. Shortly after laying down in bed, my entire leg was in pain. Especially my foot, which was frigid to the touch. Spent most of the night sitting up with my feet on the floor to maintain some gravity driven blood flow. Called vascular doctor in the AM, and was in his office for an ultrasound by 2. Blood clot blocking virtually all of the new, goretex femoral artery he put in my leg in May. In the ER by 3:15. To the OR by 7.
According to the doctor, I was likely within a few hours of gangrene. Don't ever want that shit again, even if it's only a leg this time.
They cleared the kink that they believe caused the clot, reamed out the replacement femoral artery, ballooned a couple spots of "real" artery in the foot, and I was home by late afternoon yesterday.
Normal protocol would have me on a blood thinner following that clot. But given that my platelet count runs 40 to 50 thou, I'm in a risk would outweigh the reward situation, so we've got nothing going preventative-wise.

So somebody cheer me up and tell me we're really going to have a basketball season this year.

 

[OkaForPrez]

If we do, maybe only watch replays? We'll tell you the games to skip.

Be well Rich we'd all like you to stick around here for a few more lives.

 

[kobebeanbryant]

we are really going to have a basketball season this year, in some form or another. and i am cautiously optimistic that it will be the type of season we have been hoping to have for a few years now. the future is bright!

wishing you good health and speedy recovery!

 

[tykurez]

We can’t afford to lose the game recaps, @RichZ - glad you’re ok!

 

[gtcam]

Screw basket ball at this point Rich
Take it easy and relax
Family comes way before basketball
Best of luck and stay well

 

[auror]

Be well Rich.

We're going to make it back into the NCAA tournament this year. Bouk it.

And the NCAA is in too much dire financial straits to cancel it, so it's going to happen hell or high water.

 

[alexd]

We're winning title #5 this season.

Stay strong @RichZ

 

[8893]

Hang tough, @RichZ .

If you beat gangrene of the scrotum you can beat this!!!

In other good news--how about this weather!?! Seriously, it's gorgeous out there.

 

[formerlurker]

Keep your chin up, @RichZ. Better days ahead.

 

[RichZ]

Hang tough, @RichZ .

If you beat gangrene of the scrotum you can beat this!!!

In other good news--how about this weather!?! Seriously, it's gorgeous out there.

Yes, and I'm cooped up in here, instead of out fishing.

 

[CL82]

Hang tough, @RichZ .

If you beat gangrene of the scrotum you can beat this!!!

In other good news--how about this weather!?! Seriously, it's gorgeous out there.

Lol, I always forget who posted that. Really, if you win out over gangrene of the scrotum you ought have a "get of the hospital free card."

Just said a prayer for you Rich. Catch one for me when you get back out there.

 

[Hans Sprungfeld]

Yes, and I'm cooped up in here, instead of out fishing.

OUR thoughtZ are with & for you.

One day at a time.
Next indicated action.
Even if it's rest.

 

[BlueDogs]

Hang in there. Hope you get well.

A little fish humor...By any chance was your Sturgeon named Gill?

 

[mussels]

Get well. We absolutely will have a season, and Huskies will be driving, dishing, dunking, and stealing. Mucho blocks, and some nothing-but-net treys as well. In the mean time, if you're layed up take a look at John Hersey's "Blues". Read it a long time ago, and it was enlightening.

 

[Deepster]

Rich - Don't let it get you down. Mental attitude is a huge factor and being active is the key to a healthy life. Get over the speed bump and get your rear end back on the water. The Mojo is strong in you.

 

[MDHuskFan]

If it makes you feel better, Syracuse just lost another one of their “in the bank” targets.
Hope you feel better sir! Sun always shines after a storm!

 

[navery12]

You've beaten so much already, no reason you won't beat this one too. Life is just stepping up the challenges to make this season's game threads even more worth it

 

[superjohn]

Sorry you're going through another health challenge, I'll say a prayer for you before bedtime.

 

[Scot-e]

Rich feels better my fellow huskie. I’ve been through a lot myself last few months and today I was outside and could not believe what a beautiful day it was- I grab onto the little things- take moments to be grateful. It’s helpful to me to keep my spirts up. Stay strong.

 

[Kitaman]

So somebody cheer me up and tell me we're really going to have a basketball season this year.

Impossible task, I'm pretty sure your experience and the positive outcome is better for you than having a basketball season.

Just saying any attempts to cheer you up, will fall short after reading your post. Its such great news you shared.

 

[Edward Sargent]

Somebody told me after my vascular surgery in May, that I must be a cat, because I seem to have 9 lives.
Unfortunately, by my count, I'm down to my last one.
Enjoyed a great day catching stripers on the river on Thursday. Got home and was busy getting the boat and my gear ready to do it again on Friday and Saturday. Bent over to climb out of the boat and felt a twinge behind my knee. Not really a pain, just 'something'. And I knew that I had to sit down before I fell over. Eventually managed to get out of the boat and put stuff away. Shortly after laying down in bed, my entire leg was in pain. Especially my foot, which was frigid to the touch. Spent most of the night sitting up with my feet on the floor to maintain some gravity driven blood flow. Called vascular doctor in the AM, and was in his office for an ultrasound by 2. Blood clot blocking virtually all of the new, goretex femoral artery he put in my leg in May. In the ER by 3:15. To the OR by 7.
According to the doctor, I was likely within a few hours of gangrene. Don't ever want that again, even if it's only a leg this time.
They cleared the kink that they believe caused the clot, reamed out the replacement femoral artery, ballooned a couple spots of "real" artery in the foot, and I was home by late afternoon yesterday.
Normal protocol would have me on a blood thinner following that clot. But given that my platelet count runs 40 to 50 thou, I'm in a risk would outweigh the reward situation, so we've got nothing going preventative-wise.

So somebody cheer me up and tell me we're really going to have a basketball season this year.

Please do not wait until the am again!!! We have a basketball season to get through and need you! I was an EMT for 30 years and a diagnostic criteria for an MI was middle age an denying symptoms. Don't be that man

 

[pepband99]

@RichZ if you're still a Monrovian, let me know if you need anything. Mostly a beer, whenever you're cleared

 

[Umami Zen]

Rich.. Having a positive mental attitude and showing gratitude for the blessings you have helps.. It appears you have already been blessed with the avoidance of a serious condition/event.. Keep the Faith.. The Good Guys will put some smiles on your face this year..

 

[RichZ]

Thanks for all the kind words, everyone. It's great to have friends with a common bond. Look like I'll be off the water for somewhere between 10 days and a month, depending on whether my doctor or my wife wins the argument.

 

[Edward Sargent]

Thanks for all the kind words, everyone. It's great to have friends with a common bond. Look like I'll be off the water for somewhere between 10 days and a month, depending on whether my doctor or my wife wins the argument.

The BY will hear oral arguments

 

[temery]

Ok, here's your laugh for the day. It's all I got.

 

[Hugo]

Take care Rich and keep the faith.

 

[prankster]

Somebody told me after my vascular surgery in May, that I must be a cat, because I seem to have 9 lives.
Unfortunately, by my count, I'm down to my last one.
Enjoyed a great day catching stripers on the river on Thursday. Got home and was busy getting the boat and my gear ready to do it again on Friday and Saturday. Bent over to climb out of the boat and felt a twinge behind my knee. Not really a pain, just 'something'. And I knew that I had to sit down before I fell over. Eventually managed to get out of the boat and put stuff away. Shortly after laying down in bed, my entire leg was in pain. Especially my foot, which was frigid to the touch. Spent most of the night sitting up with my feet on the floor to maintain some gravity driven blood flow. Called vascular doctor in the AM, and was in his office for an ultrasound by 2. Blood clot blocking virtually all of the new, goretex femoral artery he put in my leg in May. In the ER by 3:15. To the OR by 7.
According to the doctor, I was likely within a few hours of gangrene. Don't ever want that again, even if it's only a leg this time.
They cleared the kink that they believe caused the clot, reamed out the replacement femoral artery, ballooned a couple spots of "real" artery in the foot, and I was home by late afternoon yesterday.
Normal protocol would have me on a blood thinner following that clot. But given that my platelet count runs 40 to 50 thou, I'm in a risk would outweigh the reward situation, so we've got nothing going preventative-wise.

So somebody cheer me up and tell me we're really going to have a basketball season this year.

So, tropical storm ETA rolled through my area yesterday afternoon and into last night.

My house was not flooded out.

That is some good news!

 

[RichZ]

Ok, here's your laugh for the day. It's all I got.

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