Lucygoo - Pit. macroadenoma, endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery, trans-oral approach

Hey Gina,

Ok, I can relax a bit more now that I know the visit went as well as it did. Like the others have said, don't expect too much too soon. There has got to be some swelling in her brain right now and when that goes down, you will start to see more of the real LucyGoo. The fact that she recognized you and reacted as she did tells me there is much good going on up there.

When Squirt had her legs operated on, her doc said I could spend the nite with her if I wanted so you might ask if you can. Just don't be upset if they say no; sometimes it is best for the pup to rest and keep the BP down, and sometimes it can be disturbing for us moms and dads to see what all goes on at times. But if Lucy is calmer with you around and they will let you stay some, it might be a good thing and help her heal faster.

You are an amazing lady, Gina. I think Cedar Sinai should built a monument to you and Lucy. What the two of you have done is remarkable to say the least.

Hang in there and keep us in the loop. Now get some sleep, girl!

Hugs,
Leslie and the girls

Gina,

I've been thinking of you all day...I wanted to comment on the whimpering just to throw my support behind what everyone else has said. Bailey sometimes needs a very short course of anesthesia just to get his nails cut. He had surgery back in the fall. I can tell you that every time he gets it, he whimpers and cries and moans for about 24 hours, sometimes longer, afterwards. Besides the narcotics and the swelling Lucy may have...the anesthesia alone can make Bailey act this way. It takes time to clear their system, and it can do weird things to both animals and people. I know how distressing it is to listen to, and there seems like there is not one thing you can do to comfort them, but I really do believe a big part of it is just the drug and not that they are uncomfortable. I think it is much harder on us to hear it!

So many good thoughts are coming your way still...and hopefully tomorrow will be a little better than today....and the next day and the next...

Hang in there...you have an army of people here who are with you both...
Beth, Bailey and always Scoobie

I've been thinking of you and Lucy - and all her wonderful Drs too - and my daughter has been following the story too.

I'd imagine that her brain has had quite a shock (too say the least) and that may have made her pretty emotional - but I think it is a great sign that she recognized and responded to you even if her reaction was a bit sort of wild.

Fingers crossed for her continued recovery and thinking of you both at this difficult time.

Alison

PS:

You could ask if it's ok for you to leave a dirty t-shirt or pillow case of yours with her - this seems to comfort dogs like having a photo of a loved one does for us. Most vets allow and even encourage this.

Hi everyone....Just got the morning update on Lucy.

She's doing very well...even went for a walk:eek::) Is eating a little bit, drinking, and isn't doing the rolling head back thing as much. Dr. B said if things continue, I might be able to take her home Sat or Sun, but he's not sure. I'm so glad to hear it, because I couldn't get the vision of her yesterday out of my head last night, so didn't sleep very well.

I'll post again after my visit with her today.
Thanks to all for giving me a little peace of mind last night with your input:)

Hugs,
Gina and Lucy

Hi Gina,

More good news!!! :D:D Wonderful news!! :D:D Sounds like she is really coming along! I know you will be glad to have her home again and I truly hope that happens as soon as her docs think it will.

Enjoy your visit today and don't forget to pass on all the hugs and love from us!

Hugs,
Leslie and the girls

Great, Great News, Gina,

I am so happy for you and Lucy. You are both troopers and trail-blazers for what yous have been through and are doing.

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Enjoy your visit today and don't forget to pass on all the hugs and love from us!

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I second this quote from Leslie.

Wonderful, wonderful! This is amazing news and Lucy is very resilient. Will be watching for your update later today.

Louise

Tremendous good news Gina,

Keep on a mendin Lucy.

Scott

Hi guys..
Another upsetting day. She's up and walking, but wants to continuously walk in circles around the perimeter of the room with her head up. Seems like she's blind, too. Didn't seem to recognize me or even know I was there. I'm hoping this is all part of the healing process, but I can't help thinking she'll never be the same. I hate to think of her blind. She watches TV...I mean literally...especially anything with animals on.
I took her outside for a walk today...didn't seem to know what to do on the grass. I know I have to give her a chance, and I can tell she's trying really hard, bless her heart (she walks kind of like a drunk blind person at this point)
I guess we'll just take it one day at a time at this point.

I've posted some pictures of her in the album if anyone's interested. I love her so much, and now I'm wondering if I did the right thing.

Thank you all so much,
Gina and Lucy

Hi Gina,
I am so keeping good and positive thoughts and prayers for you and Lucygoo. She will get better, she will get better......

Putting positive thoughts out to the universe.
John (Roxee's Dad)