This Just In…
Right now it is looking as if I will have my gall bladder surgically removed early on Thursday morning. I am lobbying for tonight but that is not looking too likely. Gall bladder is enlarged and inflamed along with gall stones. With my white blood cell count at 18,000, Dr. Cliff Oliver is advising that I proceed. So I am.
The best case is that the organ does not rupture before the surgery and that assuming laparoscopic surgery, there is decent chance that I will be on the plane to Santiago, Chile next Wednesday. Go figure.
This Just In II
The surgery is now scheduled for 11:45am on Thursday.
All the best, Artie. Thinking of you. John
Best wishes and hope for an easy recovery.
Best wishes Artie! Take the doctors advice re post op care.
Artie,
Best of luck to you. I literally know the pain. Had mine removed in Taiwan. Out in 3 days.
God Bless
John Meehan
Best of luck and prayers not only for your surgery, but also for Hurricane Matthew hitting Florida.
I had mine removed many years ago. While they let you out of the hospital the next day or in two days you are not very strong. Just be careful and do not over do it.
Best of luck to you.
Thanks, Just about to head dow. I am not feeling very strong right now as I have not eaten for more than three days.
a
You will be in our thoughts and prayers and will be ready for the plane next week!
Best wishes for a quick complete recovery. You can’t keep a good person down.
This is an order – You get better now!!
Here’s to you, Artie–I’m ever-grateful for all the insight you share here. I hope the surgery goes smoothly and you’re back on your way in short order!
Hang in there, man!
Artie, Hang tight and sleep through the storm. Good luck. John
Who ever said ” Your health is your wealth ” was so right. You must recover and live to fight
another day, don’t rush of to South America its not going any where, your recovery is the most
important thing to all of your followers.
Love and best wishes
Kel
UK
Praying for a successful outcome and a speedy recovery.
Praying for a speedy recovery. I’m convinced this won’t keep you down long! Take care….
Sabrina
Illinois
Hey Artie,
I wish you the best and a quick recovery. I had mine removed about 8 years ago and never had a single problem related to the surgery or the recovery. I’m sure you’ll do as well as I did.
Bob Schwartz
Best wishes from Oz, Artie. Get well soon.
Good luck and have a great trip!!
Get well soon, Artie.
You should be out in two days.
Regards.
Anand Arya
Best wishes for an outstanding and speedy out come. All our prayers, Ken
Praying for a fast recovery.
Best Wishes Artie.. Wish you a speedy recovery.
Best wishes for a successful surgery, and a good recovery.
Hope this doesn’t slow you down too I much.
Cheers
Tony
Sending lots of love and positive energy your way. You’ll be fine.
18,000 is not good. No choice for you. life throws you “curves”.
Can’t they just use the PATCH tool to fix it? Fingers crossed!
Hang in there Artie, and stay “focused” on your health first!
Prayers for a speedy recovery Artie!
Best Wishes Artie!
Be strong, Artie!
I will pray fdor your health to improve.
I wll pray for your health!
I add my best wishes.
Very best wishes from “Down Under”. I echo the “vibe” from all your followers for a speedy recovery.
Good luck Artie. I hope the surgery goes well and that your recovery is rapid and uneventful.
All the best,
kent wilson
Artie…
We are praying for a complete and rapid recovery…
Best wishes for a successful surgery and a smooth recovery
Good luck with your surgery and speedy recovery Artie.
Good luck on your surgery and fast recovery.
I will miss your daily blog hopefully just for a very few days.
You are a wonderful teacher.
Get well soon.
Bp
Wish you a smooth surgery and recover soon!
All the best with your surgery Art.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery Artie (and, gall bladder surgery aside, best wishes for a Happy and Health New Year!)
Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery.
all the best.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Stay on sun angle and everything will work out fine.
Recover quickly.
Dave Drake & Pat Perkins
Hey Artie,
I am confidant you will get thru this with flying colors.
Laurie and I are with you all the way.
Frank