Hospitalizations & hospitality

[drewbear]

I know that at least some of you (should) already know this from my Facebook, but I was hospitalized yesterday for emergency gallbladder surgery. First off, I'm (relatively) fine. My vitals are stable, I'm in a room, and although I'm in pain, I'm able to walk around for short periods.

They weren't able to do it laparoscopically because, as the surgeon told me this morning, my gallbladder was so infected and inflamed that it was "rotten" and they were concerned that it would rupture. So, because they did it with an abdominal incision, I'm going to be inpatient at least through tomorrow and maybe through Friday, depending on how quickly I recover.

I have to say that the staff here at Rex have been outstanding with regards to Matt & my relationship. There's been no problem with his being with me at all stages and they're basically treating him as if we were legal spouses. For example: we spoke with the nurse in charge of me tonight and she said that Matt could stay as long as he wanted, despite official visiting hours ending at 8:30. They've also been really good about keeping him updated with my status when I was in surgery.

Also, Matt was keeping my parents and sisters updated and apparently they've already accepted him as an in-law. :-P

And if you're in the area and want to come visit, I'm in room 7030 at Rex Hospital off Lake Boone in Raleigh.

Comments

[valarltd.livejournal.com]

Goodness! feel better soon!
Glad to hear you're going to be all right.

[deepthroatbear.livejournal.com]

Hope that recover happens sooner than later! All the best.

[leiny.livejournal.com]

Get better Drew! Big hugs.

[igrantbear.livejournal.com]

Drew, so sorry to read what you are going through and although I rarely look at LJ anymore, I'm glad I did and to learn what has happened. It's good to know you are doing better now (relatively speaking) and are in good hands. I'm sure it was a scary period at first. I hope the healing is quick for you and, of course, don't push yourself too hard and too fast. Rex will take good care of you. Big hugs to you and Matt and thanks for keeping us posted.