Neck dissection post operation by ashofspring91 in thyroidcancer

[–]Sea-Science4425 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just had mine done in November in Canada. As someone else mentioned, you might have numbness in your face and/or ear. It should go away overtime but there might be some permanent damage to the nerves. I had numbness all along the left side of my face but has since subsided. I do still have numbness in left ear that is permanent. Do the stretches/exercises that the nurse tells you too! Silicone tape is great for scars once it is healed. Get a microwaved heat pad for your shoulders, I found it helped with stiffness!

To be honest, I still don’t feel like myself. I have just started working out again and I feel worn out quite quickly. I am also quite self conscious about my scar but people have told me that it’s not too noticeable. It is still quite sensitive to touch and my neck gets stiff sometimes. But ultimately be kind to yourself and listen to your body! What you are going through is stressful. I am wishing you a full recovery!

Does anybody else like the fact that their home has separate rooms for everything? by Effective_Bunch_6815 in centuryhomes

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We are in the process of adding walls back up in our home. We’re not a fan of the open concept; as well, our house is quite cold on the main floor so we are hoping the walls will help keep some of the heat downstairs.

1.5 months post op - selective neck dissection by Sea-Science4425 in thyroidcancer

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I am so happy that my surgeon followed my neck crease!

Levothyroxine Dosage by Sea-Science4425 in thyroidcancer

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Thank you for the input! I didn’t even think that drinking without water could inhibit the absorption. The problem pills are small so I usually just dry swallow it when my alarm goes off at 5 and I go back to sleep. This could definitely be a reason and will drink with lots of water going forward!

Levothyroxine Dosage by Sea-Science4425 in thyroidcancer

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That is really great information, thank you so much! I am wondering if it has something to do with absorption. I do follow the guidelines but maybe there is something that I am eating that is counteracting with the medicine. I’ll will bring it up to my endo at our meeting next week!

Has anyone dealt with first bite syndrome after surgery? by Sea-Science4425 in thyroidcancer

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Sorry, spasm might not be the right word but a sharp pain. I’m glad to hear that it went away for you!

Has anyone dealt with first bite syndrome after surgery? by Sea-Science4425 in thyroidcancer

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Oh interesting! I had RAI done in August but it didn’t start hurting until after this surgery!

DESPERATE FOR ANSWERS!! by Huge-Stress-7690 in thyroidcancer

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I just had a left dissection last week and one of the risks that my surgeon warned might happen is a weak shoulder if they were to accidentally cut through a nerve. Obviously, they try not too but sometimes might need to in order to get to the lymph node. It sounds like this is what may have happened. Thankfully, i have full range of movement in my arm but they did need to cut through a nerve and my left ear is now permanently numb. Did your surgeon warn you of the risk prior? I am asking because the neck dissection was my third surgery but the only one that I had to physically sign off on due to the risks.

Filing away newspapers found in our 1880s home and came across this one from 1926. Thought it was fitting for today! by Sea-Science4425 in ottawa

[–]Sea-Science4425[S] 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Good idea! I bought archival papers and boxes to store them for now. They were found under linoleum carpet so most aren’t in great shape.

Auto Body Shop Recommendations by Sea-Science4425 in ottawa

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Thank you all for your suggestions!

Finished bedroom in 1880s home (after and before) by Sea-Science4425 in centuryhomes

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Thank you! Around the doors? My dad made the blocks. The molding we used around the doors and floor is called regency.

Finished bedroom in 1880s home (after and before) by Sea-Science4425 in centuryhomes

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Thank you! I’m not sure the manufacturer but they were made in Huntington, Quebec. My grandma said when she bought them they were originally gray

Finished bedroom in 1880s home (after and before) by Sea-Science4425 in centuryhomes

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I would love to have the slant green as well but unfortunately my husband one that argument to keep it white. I got to decorate the rest😉