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Recent development
Posted by wolfhammer1 on Monday, January 26, 2015 1:11 PM
All, I started feeling some pain a week ago last Friday and finally went to the prompt care on Sunday. The pain was in the lower abdomen and was as bad as I have ever felt. They sent me to the ER, and I ended up having emergency surgery for a ruptured diverticulitis. They took out about 6 inches of my colon, and my appendix for good measure. I now have a colostomy bag for about 3 months until another surgery to put Humpty Dumpty together again. I suspect that it started to rupture Friday night and that is why it hurt so bad. Looks like I am going to get some doctor ordered time off and hopefully some bench time. I am feeling better, but prayers for a speedy and complete recovery would be appreciated. Thanks. John
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Posted by modelcrazy on Monday, January 26, 2015 1:22 PM

You have my prayers John,

Get well and git some rest.

Steve

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Posted by jelliott523 on Monday, January 26, 2015 1:32 PM

John, I hope you feel better soon.  I have dealt with individuals who have gone through the same thing and the pain they expressed was unimaginable.  Hopefully you get back to your normal routine soon and can do some relaxing around the bench.

On the Bench:  Lots of unfinished projects!  Smile

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Posted by KnightTemplar5150 on Monday, January 26, 2015 2:17 PM
Best wishes to you for a speedy recovery, John. It's good to see that your attitude is a positive one - that, in itself, is half the battle. Please do take some time to work at the bench because it's a wonderful therapy which will help to keep that positive attitude moving forward. You have my prayers!
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Posted by MRME on Monday, January 26, 2015 2:18 PM

Smile DotsSmileMay the man upstairs heal you soon

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Posted by Greg on Monday, January 26, 2015 2:51 PM

A diverticulitis attack is almost unbearable, I cannot imagine the pain associated with a rupture.

May you heal well and feel better soon, John.

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Monday, January 26, 2015 3:50 PM

Thanks all.

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Posted by plasticjunkie on Monday, January 26, 2015 4:01 PM

That sounds as painful as a kidney stone! My sympathies wolf!

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Posted by greentracker98 on Monday, January 26, 2015 4:29 PM

You can add my prayers with the everyone else's Hope your feeling better very soon.

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Posted by hogfanfs on Monday, January 26, 2015 4:40 PM

I have added you to my prayers, John. Hope you have a speedy recovery.

 Bruce

 

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Posted by fox on Monday, January 26, 2015 7:39 PM

Hope you're feeling better soon John.  In the "old days", just opening up a tube of glue would have you feeling better in no time.Wink

Jim Captain

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Posted by Eagle90 on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 9:54 AM

Hey Wolf.  Our prayers to you for a speedy recovery and no more problems!  Relax and have fun at the bench.  Make it your therapy for recovery!

Eagle90

 

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Posted by echolmberg on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 11:22 AM

I'm with everyone here in that my prayers are with you for a speedy recovery.  I hope that time flies by fast for you so that this all will be nothing but a distant memory.

In the mean time, you might want to take it easy with the modeling.  No 1/32 aircraft or 1/72 B-36s.  Start off small like with 1/144 kits.  That way you don't strain yourself.  Now that I think about it, don't they make something like 1/350 airplanes for carrier models?  Maybe start with that and then work your way back up.  LOL!

Best wishes for a complete recovery and keep your spirits up!

Eric

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Posted by Gamera on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 11:30 AM

My prayers and best wishes for your recovery as well.

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 12:37 PM

Eric,  my weight limit is 10 pounds.  I don't typically need that much putty on a 1/48 scale fighter, so I should be ok with finishing my A-36  :)

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Posted by the doog on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 9:33 PM

plasticjunkie

That sounds as painful as a kidney stone! My sympathies wolf!

Oh my gosh--I was literally writhing on the floor, crying out in pain and crying on the emergency room of the hospital when I got one. Unbelievable pain!!!

I hope that you heal quickly and without complications, wolfhammer! Big Smile

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 10:14 PM

Thanks for all the well wishers.  Taking it day by day and always remember better living thru chemistry.  Takes the edge off.  

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Posted by Devil Dawg on Friday, January 30, 2015 10:12 PM

Definitely prating for you, John. My mom had the same thing many years ago, and based on what I observed of her, I know it ain't easy on you. Hope you get well soon.

Gary Mason

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Sunday, February 1, 2015 5:19 PM

Well, had my first session at the workbench, and had some work completed on my A-36.   I'm adding an armor plate behind the seat, which I have photo evidence for and am almost done cutting it to shape. Just looking for a template to cut the scoops out.  I also worked on putting the arming wires on the bombs and sanding the seams on the wings.  Hopefully, I am done with sanding and can start the actual paint.  Now I am tired.

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Posted by tankerbuilder on Monday, February 2, 2015 2:44 PM

Yeah But ;

   What about that 1/72 scale carrier you want to build ? Them suckers is hevvy . Get back to normal soon , Ya Heah ?

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 11:22 AM

1/72 too freakin small!!!  As the doctor told me, go big or go home!  No smaller than 1/48.  

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 11:24 AM

Had my first doctor's appointment yesterday and they took the staples out.  Says things are going great, I can transition to a regular diet, and go back to work as soon as I feel up to it.  Looking at a second surgery in April to put the plumbing back together and after that, I'm as good as new.  Thanks for the prayers and well wishes.  

John

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Monday, August 17, 2015 9:36 PM

Well, everyone, the fun continues.  I have had my reattach the plumbing surgery back in April and everything has been going pretty well.  Then I noticed that there was a lump where I didn't think there should be.  Saw the surgeon and yep, I have a hernia at one end of one of my scars.  He told me to schedule a procedure for when its convenient, unless it goes bad and something gets stuck in it.  Will the fun never end?

John

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Posted by Toshi on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 8:14 AM

I've included you in my prayers.

Toshi

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Posted by tankerbuilder on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 8:32 AM

HEY !

 You lifted all that Evergreen Plastic for that 1/48 Carrier dint ya ? You sir , stay well Please ? You are in my A.M. and Evening Talks with the Boss .

fox
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Posted by fox on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 12:23 PM

John, you will be at the top of the list tonight when our prayers are sent to the "Man Upstairs".

Jim  Captain

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Posted by checkmateking02 on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 6:23 PM
Prayers for you. Hope too that everything will work out well for you!

 

 

 

 

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Posted by wolfhammer1 on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 8:32 PM

Thank you everyone for the prayers and well wishes.

John

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Posted by wing_nut on Monday, August 24, 2015 9:38 AM
The expression "I feel your pain bro" only partly applies. I had 2 bout's of diverticulitis right around your 1st. No surgery but a crap load of pain. Hang in there.

Marc  

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Posted by Buckeye on Monday, August 24, 2015 11:26 AM

Get well soon!

Mike

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