Tuesday, April 16, 2013

New Day

Well I thought I'd use a different font today to remind you that it's me and not Dan posting...yet!  We found out more about the condition of his jaw from the surgeon this morning.  Turns out, his jawbone was actually fractured.  No wonder he was in so much pain?!  There was an infection in part of the jaw but they took out that section and had two good solid parts to which they could connect the new piece, kind of like legos.  Today and tonight will be the worst of the pain and swelling but they gave him a pump so he can press it when the pain is too bad.  They have him up sitting in a chair now and he took a couple steps, keeping weight off the defibularized leg.  Jamie Savage said now his voice will be fibulous!  Since he has the trach tube in he can't talk, but he's scribbling up a storm. I try to answer their questions for him but he'll have none of it.  So we need not worry about Mr. Duggan losing his personality during this exercise!
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7 comments:

  1. JoyceApril 16, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    So good to hear Dan has not lost that personality that we all love. Thank you for keeping everyone connected....it helps to ease our minds. Continued healing positive thoughts are with you & Dan.

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  2. MariaBApril 16, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Glad the surgery went well, and am praying for fast and complete healing. Please give our love to Dan.

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  3. DebApril 16, 2013 at 1:50 PM

    Thanks for the updates on Dan's surgery. Sending positive thoughts and prayers.

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  4. Cathy MarczykApril 16, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Thanks so much, for the second day in a row, for sending me to sleep with a smile on my face. What a great team you and Dan are. I love your strength, your humor, and your great big hearts. Wishing you both a good night's sleep.

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  5. Tom HodgsonApril 16, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    Dan,

    Your courage is phenomenal. I have spent a lot of time with you these past months, and look back with astonishment at how well you coped outwardly with something as painful as a fractured jaw! Looking forward to sharing your great music and unending spirit!! All my best to you and Peggy, Tommy

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  6. AnonymousApril 17, 2013 at 4:18 AM

    Dan and Peg our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you both. We're amazed by your courage and spirit! Lisa and Klaus

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  7. UnknownApril 17, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    Glad to hear that surgery went well and you're making good progress, though sorry that you needed this procedure. We wish you a speedy recovery and hope to hear your voice and playing very soon.

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