Surgery update

Surgery update 2 days after the operation:

My operation on 12 October went well. The surgeon fixed 2 ribs on my left side that weren’t attached to the cartilage at the front. He had to make 2 separate incisions, one of which went through one of my top abdominal muscles so it will take a bit longer to heal.  

He saw another rib lower down that was also detached, but didn’t want to make a 3rd incision, he can always operate on it later if needed. 

The pain is pretty intense and I’ve been really tired and a bit sick from the medications, but I’m quite tough and am taking some good pain meds and anti-nausea meds so I’m getting though it. 

Staying positive has really helped me through it, and remembering that this pain is only temporary. 

The surgeon said he can operation on the other side of my ribs in a matter of weeks, it depends on how quickly I recover and how quickly I save/raise enough money to pay for the next surgery. 

Thanks everyone who has sent me their well wishes and of course a huge thank you to everyone who has helped me pay for this surgery by donating money and their time to help. I never would have been able to have this surgery if it wasn’t for your help 💖 

I’m so grateful to have so many wonderful people in my life ❤️❤️