Back in the Hospital...

[Tybear]

Sunday, August 30, 2009 9:20 AM, CDT

Sorry that it's been a bit. This is Ashley updating for Becky.
On Thursday night, around 10:30/11pm...Becky was having a lot of chest pains and had Adam call an ambulance. She was transported to RVH and after some tests they found that she had a large  blood clot in her leg. A piece of this had broke off - into her lung. Thank goodness Becky was able to make this judgement call on Thursday night and know that something was seriously wrong with her or, as a doctor told her, this could have been it.
Her leg is once again very swollen b/c of all this. She had a blood transfusion yesterday as her hemoglobin - red blood cell count was low. RVH has been in contact with the surgeons in Toronto the plan of action right now is to have her on a high dosage of blood thinners (but, they have to be very careful as she is post surgical). They don't feel its necessary at this time to have her back in Toronto - which is good news for her and all of us - a 20 min drive to Barrie is better then a 1.5 hr drive to Toronto General! She said she's happier being closer to home.
I just talked to her (she helped me put this journal together!) and she said her breathing is better today. She is not sure when she will be released from the hospital at this time but, obviously at this time - she is in far better hands at the hospital - makes all of us feel a little better.
It's so hard to have to see her go through all this but, as we've all seen - her strength is so inspiring and just hope she always keeps it up! ! Keep on fighting girl!

She's supposed to have internet/TV in her room but, of course they aren't working. Hopefully they'll get fixed soon!

-Ashley xoxo

[montie2]

I feel so terrible for Becky. What a strong woman.  She has been through hell and back and I am just praying for quick healing and a chance to just enjoy her life and her family.

Prayers from AZ going up for you Becky!

[chelan3]

Glad you being well taken care of.  You'll soon be up and around and back home.

Take Care,
Debbie

[nyc lady]

Just take it easy right now....heal and rest....soon enough you will be up and about.

Sending lots of positive thoughts and hoping that the swelling starts to go down.

Love,
Pam

[Flicka0459]

Dear Sweet Becky,

Your Dr. was right, this could  have been worse, but you went with your gut; you had a feeling that something wasn't right.  Continue to trust your instincts, they appear to be right on target.  Now trust us to continue to pray for you, your family and your recovery.  We love you and you'll be back with us in no time.

Love Lisa

[OzBron]

Becky,

It is great to see you posting. Hopefully the internet will stay accessible so you can connect with the world. I was so upset to hear about the blood clot and I am so glad you went with your feeling and that you knew your body well enough to take action when you did. I hope the swelling comes down quickly now that you are on the blood thinners and the clot is dissolving so that you are more comfortable. You must be getting sick of the site of hospital beds but I am glad you are being well taken care of and are feeling better.

You are in my thoughts often and I just wish there was a way to help you to feel better even if it is from a far.

Bron

[bohan54]

Oh Becky, wish I had words that would offer comfort to you and yours.   What a tough break!  Hoping you get much deserved relief ASAP.
Hugs, Sharon