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Today, Tom and I spent most of the afternoon at Valley talking with an anesthesiologist about getting a pain pump (Intracathecal pump) to handle my pain because of the large amount of pain meds I am on. It would distribute pain meds directly into my spinal fluid at a steady rate and is much more concentrated. So today we learned about the pump and they did a test injection in my lower back to see how my body would respond to the medicine (Dilaudid). I responded well and he thinks I am a good candidate for one. Tom and I will talk about it and we’ll talk with my other doctors and make a decision. It requires a 3-4 hour surgery to implant the pump, but if it controls my pain better, then it’s worth it. (The pump itself is very large….wish I didn’t see it. I’ve been through a lot and not many things freak me out, but it’s about the size of a retainer case (but round). That’s huge!!
So far, my body is still responding well to the new chemo, just a little nausea. My breathing is still very labored when I get up to do something, so I continue to relax in bed or in a chair. I really liked the lift recliner I rented in Florida for our Disney World trip, so we just bought one for our home and I look forward to having something else comfortable to sit in soon! It not only reclines to multiple positions, it helps lift me up to stand.
Thank you for your continued prayer for our family. Please pray for a calm and restful weekend and please pray for wisdom for us as we make a decision about the pain pump. Thanks!
I’m happy that the pump is an option for pain relief. I pray for clarity in making your decision. The chair sounds like a great idea too!
Blessings on your weekend, dear friend. Sending you much love!
I don’t know what to say It truly grieves my spirit to watch with you and your family have gone through the years. You are always in our prayers we love you guys very much . May God keep you all in peace
The chair will be a huge help, and it sounds like there are some benefits to getting the pain pump. Where does it go? It does sound big to be put in your back? Modern medicine sure is amazing. Praying for clarity for you and Tom and a restful weekend for you and the family. Love you!
Really praying that your pain pump works well for you… without any adverse side effects! So sorry you’re having to deal with this but glad it’s available… praying it does just what you need it to do!!
My prayers are with you, Jennifer. Praying you have a peaceful weekend and that the pain pump be the solution to the constant pain you are having to deal with. Everything good comes from God. May this be a new gift from our heavenly Father. May He bless you with grace and His peace. Much love forever. xoxo
Thank you Jesus for what I read in this blog and that you are answering prayer. I pray for wisdom to make the right decision.
Continue to pray Jennifer.i love you .you ALL are in my prayers
Yes, prayers for wisdom. I had a job in pain management and have some familiarity with the pump. Having had success with the test run is reassuring! It seems like a good option to consider. Prayers for you and Tom. And I love that you will have that recliner that you know you will be comfortable in! Prayers for the nausea too
Thanks for letting me know that Kerry. I appreciate it.
Sweet Jennifer
I asked God if I could take your pain and you live a perfect life
I would do it for you if I could
Love and Prayers, Aunt Sharon
The chair sounds wonderful
And the pump