Please pray for my daughter

[bchgirl]

Originally Posted by bjh

I just spoke with my sil and he just spent one hour visiting Michelle. He said she looks very good and is very alert. She just has one really bad headache. They will be getting her out of bed either later today or tomorrow. I am so so happy to hear how well she is doing. I know it is because of all the wonderful prayers she has received from everyone all over the world. Thank you all so much. I just pray she has a speedy recovery and that the headaches soon disappear. Hugs to all of you.

That is wonderful news!

[Amazing Yorkies]

Whew! I've been watching closely and continued prayers now for a speedy recovery and release from the painful headaches!

[4doggiemama]

Just reading your updates. Thank our Heavenly Father that things went as well as they did. Now we will continue to pray for healing. Joanne

[bjh]

I spoke with my sil this afternoon and he said Michelle is now out of ICU and in a room. She continues to have a pounding headache and of course she feels terrible. She is feeling nauseous and is not eating much. David is trying to get her to eat a little ice cream and pudding. I just pray her headaches go away soon. Your continued prayers are so much appreciated.

[yorkiesmiles]

Prayers continue. I am so sorry Michelle is having such a hard time.

How long before they have information back about the tumor? Do they have a form of treatment for her?

[luckylady]

I am so glad to hear that Michelle had her surgery finally and will continue to pray that her recovery will go well. (((Hugs to you and your whole family))))

[shirlblack]

Continuing to pray for Michelle that she will be completely be made well.

[Cinq1964]

Prayers for your daughter and family.

[bjh]

Originally Posted by yorkiesmiles

Prayers continue. I am so sorry Michelle is having such a hard time.

How long before they have information back about the tumor? Do they have a form of treatment for her?

The type of tumor Michelle has is called a meningioma. Here is some information on that type of tumor:
Meningioma

From what I read about this type of tumor it is divided into 3 different types and it sounds like Michelle's is a type 2 or type 3. Experts are unsure what causes these types of tumors but I have read on other websites that chemical exposure can cause them. Michelle works for the church and does all the cleaning and does not wear gloves so it is possible that could have contributed to the tumor. Plus the fact that she smokes. These types of tumors are more common in women. It also says that some experts think there could be a link to hormones that causes them. Since Michelle has had a hysterectomy I don't know if there can be any connection there. I know we will never know the exact cause.

I think they said it could take up to a week to get the biopsy back. There is a lot of information we do not know yet and I am sure we will find out more once the biopsy comes back. What I do know is that they clipped the main vessel that was feeding the tumor and the doctors hope that will cause the tumor to stop growing. I know there is a possibility she will need radiation treatment. I think they will know more after they do the next MRI and I don't know how long until they do another one of those. The doctor mentioned maybe having to go in again later after the remaining tumor has shrunk and try to remove it. We really just don't know at this point. Michelle is already telling David that she will not go through this surgery again. I know she feels horrible. We just have to keep faith that the worst is over and Michelle will make a speedy recovery.

[linsvs]

I can understand that she says she wont go though it again , but after she is feeling better if its her best option Im sure she will change her mind, besides where they removed a large part of it maybe the next surgery would not be so dificult.. At least that is what we can hope for..

[Sugar's Mom]

Thanks for the update Barbara. She probably feels better out in her own room. I am still praying.

[Patti]

Originally Posted by bjh

The type of tumor Michelle has is called a meningioma. Here is some information on that type of tumor:
Meningioma

From what I read about this type of tumor it is divided into 3 different types and it sounds like Michelle's is a type 2 or type 3. Experts are unsure what causes these types of tumors but I have read on other websites that chemical exposure can cause them. Michelle works for the church and does all the cleaning and does not wear gloves so it is possible that could have contributed to the tumor. Plus the fact that she smokes. These types of tumors are more common in women. It also says that some experts think there could be a link to hormones that causes them. Since Michelle has had a hysterectomy I don't know if there can be any connection there. I know we will never know the exact cause.

I think they said it could take up to a week to get the biopsy back. There is a lot of information we do not know yet and I am sure we will find out more once the biopsy comes back. What I do know is that they clipped the main vessel that was feeding the tumor and the doctors hope that will cause the tumor to stop growing. I know there is a possibility she will need radiation treatment. I think they will know more after they do the next MRI and I don't know how long until they do another one of those. The doctor mentioned maybe having to go in again later after the remaining tumor has shrunk and try to remove it. We really just don't know at this point. Michelle is already telling David that she will not go through this surgery again. I know she feels horrible. We just have to keep faith that the worst is over and Michelle will make a speedy recovery.

That's what I was diagnosed with 3 1/2 years ago, but mine had calcified, and it was in an area where it was not causing any problems. I was suppossed to get a MRI a year later just to confirm it wasn't growing but I haven't yet. The neurosurgeon I went to said that they are usually 99% benign so I am hoping and praying Michelle's is and will not continue to cause problems.

[mistyblue]

God bless you and your daughter. Our prayers are with you for a healthy recovery.

[bjh]

Originally Posted by Patti

That's what I was diagnosed with 3 1/2 years ago, but mine had calcified, and it was in an area where it was not causing any problems. I was suppossed to get a MRI a year later just to confirm it wasn't growing but I haven't yet. The neurosurgeon I went to said that they are usually 99% benign so I am hoping and praying Michelle's is and will not continue to cause problems.

You are lucky that yours calcified and has not caused you any more problems. I pray the remainder Michelle's tumor will dry up and go away. I pray you do get a MRI soon. You should not take any chances. I wish I knew more about what lies ahead for Michelle. Many thanks to you and all my YT friends for your continuing prayers.

[grandmatoall]

Originally Posted by bjh

You are lucky that yours calcified and has not caused you any more problems. I pray the remainder Michelle's tumor will dry up and go away. I pray you do get a MRI soon. You should not take any chances. I wish I knew more about what lies ahead for Michelle. Many thanks to you and all my YT friends for your continuing prayers.

You and Michelle will be kept in my prayers. Just take one day at a time. Trust in God and it will all work out. Hugs to you and Michelle. I pray that her headache goes away quickly.