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01/03/2012 By Tammi 85 Comments

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An unusual Wordless Wednesday photo this week, yet this ultrasound photo has been on my mind for months, specifically these last few days.

By the time you read this, I’ll most likely be in the recovery room, swearing at a nurse or something. Oh, Have I yet mentioned that me an anesthetic don’t get along too well? Ahhh, that’s a good story to write while bed-ridden I think.

Anyway, today is the day that my Gallbladder gets evicted after 4 years of ache and a few horrific episodes of the most intense pain I have ever felt.

Hey, I’m starting the New Year with one less body part!

I’m not a doctor and I don’t play one on TV – yet I do think this ultrasound photo of my gallbladder is laughing at me… buh-bye and good riddance!

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Comments

  1. Diana - Teacher Mom says

    01/03/2012 at 3:18 pm

    That is the freakiest looking ultrasound I have ever seen! Hope you’re recovering well. I had my galbladder removed a few years ago and regret that I did. But that’s a whole other story…

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 9:11 am

      Diana, I didn’t know you had yours removed! I’m in so munch pain!! I dare not move in bed, very thankful for my iPad!
      We’ll share stories sometime!

      Reply
      • Diana - Teacher Mom says

        01/04/2012 at 10:49 am

        Tammi, I’m so sorry to hear you’re in such pain. That is awful! I wish there was something I could do.

        Reply
  2. alissa apel says

    01/03/2012 at 3:18 pm

    Oh my it does look like it’s laughing. So long Gallbladder. Rest my dear!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 9:12 am

      I’m resting, have hardly moved… And already getting so bored!!!

      Reply
  3. Pam says

    01/03/2012 at 4:13 pm

    I hope you are feeling okay and recovering nicely. Take care, Tammi.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 9:14 am

      Trying to, Pam! Thank you!

      Reply
  4. nathania hunter says

    01/03/2012 at 4:23 pm

    that ultrasound is so freakin’ creepy! but kind of neat. I suffered with gall stones while I was pregnant, it was the worst pain in the world!! No matter what I ate or did I always ended up in the hospital. I was so glad when I had surgery 3 months after I had our first child! I hope you recover nicely!! Lots of rest!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 9:16 am

      Same here, it started when I was PG with the twins, but they thought it was muscles stretching. I just found out it was my gallbladder 6 months ago!

      Reply
  5. Hailey says

    01/03/2012 at 4:41 pm

    I can’t lie…the whole reference to *ultrasound* had me a wee bit hopeful…but alas..it’s just a pesky gall bladder….hope you recover well and enjoy life without it!

    Good Riddance is right!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 9:18 am

      Hahahaha!!!!!
      You should have seen the looks on family and friends’ faces when I said I was going for one!!!!

      Reply
      • Hailey says

        01/04/2012 at 11:00 am

        Oh yeah, I can totally imagine…you should have played it up and showed the photo of your little *bean* – bahahaha….. okay, maybe not but it would have been funny. I think everyone’s automatic reaction to *ultrasound* is thinking of pregnancy.

        Regardless, hope you are recovering well!

        Reply
  6. Tarasview says

    01/03/2012 at 4:58 pm

    I hope you are happy in recovery right now *hugs*

    Reply
  7. Petula says

    01/03/2012 at 4:59 pm

    I’m glad you’re getting it removed. I had one final terrible episode in 1994 and thankfully went to the emergency room. Found out my gall bladder was gangrened… the pain I had experienced all those years was that and me, with my high tolerance for pain, was none the wiser. Thanks to my annoying friend I went in. I’m happily gall bladder free. Happy healing! And thanks for sharing the scary ultrasound. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Lynette says

    01/03/2012 at 5:00 pm

    It almost looks like a ghost… and being a Mom counts as being a doctor. You’ve healed many fevers, colds and boo-boos…

    Take care and hoping for a quick recovery!

    Reply
  9. ModernMom says

    01/03/2012 at 5:03 pm

    Rest up honey! Hope you feel fab soon and good riddance to that pesky organ you really didn’t need!

    Reply
  10. Angela of OneSmileyMonkey says

    01/03/2012 at 5:06 pm

    Ouch! Hope you recover soon! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Rossana says

    01/03/2012 at 5:32 pm

    Hope you are resting well and pain free! Hope it is a quick recovery {hugs}.

    Reply
  12. StephanieS says

    01/03/2012 at 5:36 pm

    Get better soon!! Hope you have a fast recovery!! 🙂

    Reply
  13. kewkew says

    01/03/2012 at 5:48 pm

    Definitely looks like it is laughing, weird. Hope you are doing well.

    Reply
  14. alicia says

    01/03/2012 at 8:07 pm

    Here’s to less pain and a speedy recovery!!

    Reply
  15. Glogirl says

    01/03/2012 at 8:11 pm

    Hope your recovery goes smoothly!

    Reply
  16. bcIMthemommy says

    01/03/2012 at 8:17 pm

    That was a weird ultrasound for sure. Adios gallbladder!

    I hope you have a speedy recovery.

    Reply
  17. Jennifer @ Mom Spotted says

    01/03/2012 at 8:29 pm

    I’m so use to looking for the baby in those that I didn’t know what to look at! Hope you are recovering well!

    Reply
  18. kristin says

    01/03/2012 at 8:34 pm

    Oh my sweet friend, I hope you recover fast.

    Bye bye body part.

    Reply
  19. Monica says

    01/03/2012 at 8:34 pm

    I’ve never had my gallbladder removed, however, I have worked in the Operating Room for many years…I hope you’re soon feeling better. Take it easy…nurses orders!!

    Reply
  20. Theresa says

    01/03/2012 at 9:02 pm

    What a freaky looking ultrasound! Had mine out about 6 years ago. It took 10 years of intense pain before anyone took me seriously. I don’t know how many trips to the ER and doctors appointments I had. They always told me it was an ulcer or heartburn and would send me on my way. My gastroenterologist told me it was the most diseased gallbladder he had ever seen. If someone would have listened sooner it probably wouldn’t have been!

    Speedy recovery wishes to you!
    Theresa

    Reply
  21. Good Girl Gone Green says

    01/03/2012 at 9:08 pm

    Hope all goes well and you have a speedy recovery.:)

    Reply
  22. Ming says

    01/03/2012 at 9:11 pm

    Hope you’re feeling tons better… no more aches and pain… Have a speedy recovery!
    Blog-hopping over from Sakura’s!

    Reply
  23. It's OK to be WEIRD! says

    01/03/2012 at 9:27 pm

    I say buh-bye, too! If it’s causing such awfulness, it needs to go! Been praying that everything goes really well today! Get well soon, and take care of you!!!!!! 🙂

    ~ Raylene

    Reply
  24. Jenny says

    01/03/2012 at 9:33 pm

    LOL at your gallbladder. I think it is laughing at you! I hope your surgery went well and you recover quickly!

    Reply
  25. Merry120 says

    01/03/2012 at 9:39 pm

    I hope your surgery goes well & you have a quick recovery. Most people I know who’ve had them out swear that they’ve felt so much better after.

    Reply
  26. Orangeheromama says

    01/03/2012 at 9:47 pm

    thinking of you! hope you’re doing well!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:29 pm

      thank you!!

      Reply
  27. SoberJulie says

    01/03/2012 at 10:20 pm

    Oh I’ll be praying!!

    Reply
  28. Corey ~living and loving says

    01/03/2012 at 10:41 pm

    hope you are healing up nicely.

    Reply
  29. Amy {babybabylemon} says

    01/03/2012 at 10:51 pm

    Sending thoughts for a speedy recovery!

    Reply
  30. CoffeeJitters says

    01/03/2012 at 11:06 pm

    I had a gallbladder eviction a couple years ago. Good riddance. I’ve experienced a lot of pain in my life, but no pain compared to gall bladder pain. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

    Reply
  31. Upstatemamma says

    01/03/2012 at 11:19 pm

    I hope you are feeling better and everything went very well.

    Reply
  32. Anna says

    01/03/2012 at 11:24 pm

    Hope the surgery went well and wishing you a speedy recovery as well as a very happy New Year 2012!

    Reply
  33. Nolie says

    01/04/2012 at 12:34 am

    Hope all went well and you are feeling great in no time.

    Reply
  34. Rita O'Neal says

    01/04/2012 at 1:12 am

    I hope you recover well!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:20 pm

      thanks Rita, I hope so too!

      Reply
  35. Jen V. says

    01/04/2012 at 5:28 am

    I hope all went well with the surgery and you have a smooth recovery!

    Reply
  36. Josee P says

    01/04/2012 at 6:03 am

    OMG this is scary funny. People would think it has been photoshop. MY husband had a gallbladder episode in November. He thought he was having a heart attack. Very similar pain apparently. He has stones in his. Haven’t seen the surgeon yet. Don’t know what he will decide; to remove the stones or the whole thing. I get so sick on anesthetic. They have to give me gravol. Hope all is well. Take it easy you deserve the rest. Hugs

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:21 pm

      Hi Josee!!
      As usual, me on anesthetic didn’t go well at all. And yes, it;s the worst pain EVER!
      Alas, I just tried toast and butter – and pain again. No butter/fats!!!
      Ouch!!!

      Reply
  37. Jayme Markus says

    01/04/2012 at 6:24 am

    Hope your surgery went well and that you have a speedy recovery!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:22 pm

      thanks Jayme!!!
      Hugs!

      Reply
  38. Deb Dorrington says

    01/04/2012 at 6:37 am

    Sending you wishes for a speedy recovery…but Tammi warn us the next time you post something as scary as that ultrasound..lol. Take care and get lots of rest.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:23 pm

      ha!!! I throw curveballs once in a while, Beb. Keeps everyone on their toes!
      🙂

      Reply
      • Tammi says

        01/04/2012 at 4:24 pm

        Beb – DEB, I blame the Morphine….
        ok, trying to type laying down. Doesn’t work that well….

        Reply
  39. Mom2Michael says

    01/04/2012 at 6:47 am

    Freaky image! Looks like a mocking ghost 🙂
    I hope all went well and that you are recovering comfortably. Hugs!! xo

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:25 pm

      not so comfortable, but I’m getting by!
      Freaky isn’t it?!
      Good thing I had my phone to sneak a pic when I had my u/s, it was too creepy NOT to take a picture of!!

      Reply
  40. Krista says

    01/04/2012 at 6:55 am

    Hey! Found you through the Wordless Wednesday and am a New Follower! Loved reading through your blog.
    Stop by my blog and follow back 🙂
    http://www.the-not-so-desperate-chef-wife.com
    Thanks and happy new year!
    Krista

    Reply
  41. ErikaPrice says

    01/04/2012 at 7:06 am

    {{{hugs}}} You should feel much better now it’s gone (at least once you’ve recovered from the op) – I know I did 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:25 pm

      thank you, I like knowing there’s light at the end. Right now, ouch!!!!

      Reply
  42. Emma says

    01/04/2012 at 7:09 am

    I hope you are all well & have a speedy recovery – I have no idea you can live without the Gallbladder :O

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:26 pm

      well, let’s hope its possible since mine’s gone!!!
      Ha!!

      Reply
  43. CaroleM says

    01/04/2012 at 7:32 am

    I had mine out in August, recovery was swift (less than 2 weeks), and I have not had one problem since. Wishing you a speedy recovery!!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:26 pm

      thanks Carole, that is so nice to hear right now. Day 1 is the worst right?

      Reply
      • Carole M says

        01/04/2012 at 4:42 pm

        You bet sweetheart 🙂 I actually found trying to get comfortable while sleeping was the worst part, but once I had my configuration of 8 or so pillows – Under the knees etc… I was fine. And heck, it was way better than those nights where I lay awake for hours due to pain from my gall bladder 🙂

        Reply
  44. angela m says

    01/04/2012 at 8:13 am

    That is a really creepy picture, you would see it on a horror movie.. Hope you are recovering 🙂

    Reply
  45. momto8blog says

    01/04/2012 at 8:21 am

    hope you are doing ok….wishing you an uneventful and full and quick recovery!

    Reply
  46. erin m. says

    01/04/2012 at 9:44 am

    Good luck, and here’s to pain free from here on out.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:28 pm

      thanks erin – I’m really hoping so!!!

      Reply
  47. Elizabeth says

    01/04/2012 at 10:47 am

    Oh wow! That is kind of freaky. I hope you have a quick recovery!

    Reply
  48. Verena says

    01/04/2012 at 11:31 am

    I hope you will be okay! Good luck to you! What an original ultrasound photo you have! 🙂
    Many hug´s,,
    Verena

    Reply
  49. Janice F says

    01/04/2012 at 12:59 pm

    Aww, Tammi! Feel better soon!!!

    Reply
  50. Tom/Introducing Mr. Cool says

    01/04/2012 at 1:35 pm

    Gallbladders are definitely no fun, and I’m sure you won’t miss it either, but just be careful what you eat. Since I’ve had mine out bacon & I don’t agree at all! Our prayers are with you.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/04/2012 at 4:28 pm

      no!!!! bacon? you poor guy!
      Well, I may have just kept it if I had know that! lol

      I learned the hard way last night when I tried some toast and butter. Instant attack, no butter for me…. 🙁

      Reply
  51. Chelle says

    01/04/2012 at 5:52 pm

    eeek, that’s quite the ultrasound! You got to lay in bed? Nice. I had my gall bladder out just before xmas & was up with hubby & the baby in the days afterwards. good times :/

    feel better soon!

    Reply
  52. Heather, Mmm... is for Mommy says

    01/04/2012 at 7:22 pm

    That is definitely a creepy pic! I had mine out years ago, was tender for a couple of days, but no biggie (that was before kids though) 😀 Rest as much as you can.

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/11/2012 at 2:23 pm

      Yes, kids complicate matters. I had a rough week, I reacted to 2 of the drugs they gave me… arg! Nothing is ever simple with me!

      Reply
  53. The Funny Hun says

    01/04/2012 at 7:31 pm

    Rest up and feel better soon!

    Reply
  54. Doris C says

    01/04/2012 at 9:54 pm

    Hey Tammi, Now is the excuse to use happy drugs and have hubby cater to you:) Hope you feel better soon!

    Reply
    • Tammi says

      01/11/2012 at 2:22 pm

      Hubby was AWESOME, really could not have asked for better help. Which is a good thing, cause those drugs – turns out I’m allergic to them. What a mess!! I’m finally starting to feel a tad better

      Reply
  55. Louise says

    01/04/2012 at 10:11 pm

    Good Luck Tammy!

    Reply
    • Louise says

      01/04/2012 at 10:12 pm

      Tammi!!!

      Reply
      • Tammi says

        01/11/2012 at 2:21 pm

        Thanks Louise, healing and taking it easy. The first few days were rough, looking forward to having more energy to ‘get my bloggin’ back on’
        🙂

        Reply
  56. Leah H. says

    01/13/2012 at 10:58 pm

    Hoping for your total recovery..

    Visiting late for WW! Here’s my share- hope you can visit:)

    http://www.loveablecassandra.com/2012/01/wordless-wednesday-daughters-pet.html

    Reply

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