Hello! I thought you may be wanting an update…..
Last month Dr. P found a blood clot behind my left knee. An ultrasound confirmed that it was a complete block of the main artery so my blood flow has been limited from the knee down. My ankle and calf have been swelling. We first thought the swelling was due to my steroid medication, but then found the clot. My body just has to dissolve the clot on its own, but blood thinners help the process along. Dr. P but me back on blood thinners, first, shots in my tummy, then to oral medication. I am going to need to stay on the blood thinner for approximately 3-6 months, or longer if needed. I have been “ok’ed” to continue working out at the gym, working both with my trainer and cardio on my own, but I am to avoid hard pounding on my leg as to not dislodge the clot and have it travel to my heart or lungs. I think it is already in the process of dissolving….I’ve been willing it away!
On the other hand, we have continued to lower my Prednisone (steroid) down to 7 1/2 mg per day. I have been having side effects to the lower dosage, but working my way through them. I have been experiencing horrible headaches, but Tylenol takes the edge off and I manage them well. Looking forward to them going away…
I have been a guest speaker for two events in the last month. One being for The Be The Match Foundation. It was a gala fundraiser event held in Long Beach. The theme was “Sing for Hope” and the night included a silent auction, dinner, Broadway revue entertainment, and live auction. I shared my story, and a donor/recipient first meeting took place. It was very touching and emotional. I look forward to attending more events to support Be the Match Foundation.
Overall, I am doing well. I find myself getting a bit impatient with my recovery. I want to be back to normal. I have to remind myself what I have been through and go from there. Sometimes my body reminds me….
I hope all is well with everyone. I will try to update more often. I am seeing Dr. P every two weeks at this point.
Love,
Karen
So happy to see the update! I’m sure that clot is smaller! You are quite the force to be reckoned with….it’s no match for your strength.
Miss you much and love you times a million!
Hoping to make it down to see everyone soon!
xoxo,
Nic
Thanks for the update! You are definitely a fighter and its a good thing you’re tougher :*)
Much love,
Paula, Drake & Tyler Evans
love you.
Finally….. Ha! Karen it give me such comfort to see your “words” on the blog. I’m glad to see you are progressing nicely. I will continue to pray for you and your family. I love you all so much.