Hi All
Having made the decision to go through with the full EPP – lung removal, it was wonderful to be contacted by other ‘Meso Warriors’ (America, Australia, U.K. ) via the blog. I never thought it would have the impact it has. They have had the same op, but 10&13 years ago….. Amazing stories, and like them I will still be writing these blogs in 10+ years time.(Sorry you maybe bored of them by then….)
Having made the decision, it was great to relax and celebrate turning the big 40! Ali booked us a meal at hawksmoor (best steak house in Manchester!), followed by nice surprise in the evening. Ali then booked for the 4 of us to go to langdale ( Lake District for the weekend). We had a great time, kids enjoyed swimming; we enjoyed 2 pub meals @Wainwrights & walks; and then a day with the staley clan in Ambleside. Thank you Ali you did truly spoil me.
Monday was all about getting ready for hospital visit, planning for the week ahead, and seeing friends. Thank you to everyone for kind offer of help, and we will be contacting you all to take you up on it (if we haven’t already….). It was also an emotional day as reality starts to hit home, and the fact I won’t be seeing the kids for 7-14 days. Thoughts of ” I may never see them again (due to high risk of surgery) has crossed our minds, but I remain positive this will not be the case, due to the trust in the surgeon and his team in Leicester, and the love, prayers & the support from every single one of you. This is helping us be so positive.
Today we dropped kids of at school who went in as normal, and it was us adults who were more emotional/worried. We have told the kids Daddy has a poorly lung, which the doctors are repairing. Joshua said to his Aunty ( who is a nurse!) “can you not do the operation, and Daddy stay at your house in Liverpool”! If only it was that simple….
This morning I also received 2 emails from Everton football club, one from Graham Stuart and the other Graeme Sharp. I was beaming, and the fact they had mentioned the blog made be very proud & emotional…..also on recovery I may get invited to meet the players…..Thank you to whoever has arranged this….
So I’m now enjoying a good meal (more steak and more beer), whilst writing this blog. We have met Dr Waller and his team this afternoon who have made us very relaxed (as can be) for tomorow. He advised he discussed my case at a Meso conference in Spain, with worldwide experts. Majority view was to go for full EPP. He advised Leicester is currently treating the most Meso patients worldwide!! I feel so lucky that I have had world specialists looking at my case, and at the best hospital. Due to the major surgery I will be having an epidural, along with any other strong drugs to numb the pain…”1000 X stronger than morphine” was said!!
So tomorrow I will be given sleeping tablets at 11am and go into theatre midday. The operation will be 3-4 hrs, and then into recovery. As a precaution I may go into intensive care, but more likely HDU. I should be out of recovery between 7-8pm ish!! I will not eat for 48 hrs, so hopefully by Saturday I will start to eat and have some movement…..Ali or my sister will update Facebook to let you know, and you will have another blog from me early next week.
So that’s me off now to look at the desert menu, drink with my gorgeous wife but once again, a massive thanks to you all for the love, support and prayers.
Dave & Ali X
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The Gallachers are sending their love from Bonnie Scotland Dave – we are determined you & the family are coming to visit so hurry up & get well. Please keep us updated xxxxx
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Will be thinking of you Dave and your family! Take care and be strong – looking forward to catching up soon!
Fran
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A very positive pre op post! Well done Dave for your brave attitude! God bless you and keep you. Xxxxxxx
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What a star!
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Dave it sounds like you are getting THE best care. So good to hear….so I am going to wish you a speedy recovery from the op. You can get the next few weeks over with and then enjoy christmas with your wonderful family in the knowledge that you have got rid of your health problems. Will be thinking of you tomorrow and sending love & best wishes for you and your brave wife xxxx
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Lots of love Dave you can be really proud of your courage and very moving blog! Prayers and peace be with you x
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We’ll be thinking of you both and your families tonight and tomorow. Keep tight hold of your focus Dave & Ali. You’re both going to be in the best of care tomorrow and over the next couple of weeks. Lots of love, Katherine & Daniel xxxx
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Love to you and your family, wishing you a speedy recovery! X
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Praying for you – with many others.
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Lots of love for a smooth few days,Dave and Ali, from all of us at 18 Melbourne Road. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you tomorrow especially and the road to recovery beyond xx
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Take it easy and don’t rush your recovery. lots of love Lea X
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Thinking of you all lots. Take care and we’ll see you soon. Big hugs xx
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Hi Dave,
Tomorrow (25/11/15) is Guru Nanak’s Birthday (First Guru and founder of Sikhism). It is a VERY auspicious day and I know for certain that you will be fine.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
affectionately,
Roshan
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Well I hope you get lots of rest Dave whilst in hospital. A little birds told me there’s loads of jobs waiting for your return xx 😉
You’re such a strong brave superstar and I am very proud to know you xx
Get do luck Hun and a speedy recovery. Will get Becki on the job for giving you grief about football. Lots of love to you too Ali xxxx
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Good luck. X
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Hi Dave good luck for tomorrow. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers tonight and for a long time until you fully recover. Loves and wishes from a follower in Liverpool xxx
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Big hugs, Dave. You will constantly be in our thoughts and prayers. With our love, Gen, Si, Joe and Jessica xxxx Rodney and Family also send their very best wishes xxxx
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What an amazing blog DAVE! It’s nearly midday so assume you’re going down now. Lots of love and luck from everyone at work. Look forward to seeing your smiley face as soon as you’re up to it xxxxx Jo G
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Good luck Dave! Hope all goes well and wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Welcome back Dave, I trust you are feeling groggy and a bit messed about with?
The fact that you are reading this means you have survived the op!
Good news, well done to you and the medical team and family & friends, even the Everton supporters!
Russell& Sue
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Hi Dave!
Thoughts and prayers from me during this time. Wishing you a fast and healthy recovery and you’ll be back on the beers in no time!
Lots of love to you Ali, Joshua and Erin as well as the rest of the family!
Tom Mck
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