Hello Dhaaarlings...
Have a look at some of the architecture at Melbourne's Federation Square...
While I bring you an update on the Empress
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| Inside the Atrium Federation Square Melbourne |
After another exhausting trip to the big smoke the Empress finally had some good news regarding the bone lesion in her skull... The Specialist is quite convinced that it is a benign lesion and there is at this stage no need for treatment. He would however like to continue to monitor the Empress regularly to note if there are any changes with time that may cause to rethink treatment options....
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| Federation Square Melbourne |
A further review of the MRI Scan has shown a patch of ? low grade cancerous tissue in one of the ventricles in her brain. At present it is very small and only warrants continued regular scans to see of in fact it is growing. It may be slow growing and might not need further intervention or it might not and therefore may require surgery. Either way it is too small to even biopsy at present so again it is a case of wait and see. More scans at Monthly, 2 monthly and then 3 monthly intervals over the next 12 months to see if there are any changes with either of the problem sites. Unless of course the Empress becomes symptomatic ie starts to have seizures!
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| Federation Square, Melbourne |
Last week I took the Empress again... down to the Big Smoke... For her annual review of her hip replacements. The right hip is fine. The left hip is showing some changes on X-ray and is possibly working loose, which would account for a recent series of jarring events while walking... leaving the Empress in intermittent pain. So, again they want to continue to monitor her hip for any further changes via x-rays on a six monthly basis and any changes noted may lead to requiring more surgery. Mum doesn't seem too phased by any of this. I on the other hand am just a little stressed getting my head around it all... At this rate... Come Christmas...there will be no need to string up Christmas Lights as the Empress will be glowing after all these scans!
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| The Empress returns from the comfort station.... very much relieved.... |
Well, that is some good news, in a way, isn't it.
ReplyDeleteHopefully the yearlong monitor session will prove to be nothing at all.
Still, a Glow In The Dark Empress is kinda cool.
Thanks Bob
DeleteI think the Grand children will Love decorating Nanna come Christmas....
wow, sugar! just wow! hang in there, luv and please tell The Empress she looks divine! xoxooxoxo
ReplyDeleteHi Savvy
DeleteI'm hanging Darling... Having slept on it overnight It doesn't seem as daunting this morning.
Hello Princess:
ReplyDeleteWell, there is at least some reassuring news here and, whatever, we are sure that the Empress must be relieved that the scans have revealed nothing of an immediately critical nature. And, the monitoring sounds to be a good idea which will continue to keep a check on things.
There is currently much debate in the UK about certain kinds of hip replacement joints. We are so sorry that this is another concern for you both and also, a worrying source of pain for the Empress, all of which can be very draining and energy sapping. However, the Empress does seem to have a very sprightly look in the final photograph.Clearly, a formidable woman!
Hello Hattats!
DeleteFortunately the model of hip replacement is not one of those that have been causing concern in many places around the world!
It is good that there is nothing critical to be of concern at this stage. The Empress is quite remarkable in her attitude to it all. "The unsinkable Molly Brown" comes to mind....
Very best wishes to The Empress. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteDear Mr LAx
DeleteThe Empress thanks you for your kind thoughts... and hopes that your news is just as promising...
Mistress MJ suggests a nice cuppa tea and a biscuit.
ReplyDeleteThank you MJ The kettle is on as we speak and the Empress has a batch of ANZAC biscuits cooling on the rack. Might I tempt you with one or two?
DeleteDear Gods. If they will be monitoring her this much...can't she just move in? Save all the too-ing and froo-ing, which must be so stressful for you both.
ReplyDeleteBut great news that nothing immediately nasty is going on.
Don't mind me, but I'm going to pour myself a stiff one. Unless this one here is yours?
Dear Roses,
DeleteThe too-ing and fro-ing is quite draining in itself with early rises and 3 hour train trip one way then catching several trams just to get there. Then there is the 2 hour wait for a 15 minute consultation with the specialist. Then the turn around and repeat in reverse order to get home again! We are becoming quite the experts having done this 4 times in the last month!
But at least we have some answers now and the schedule for monitoring is a little more strung out over time.
I'll have a refresher thanks... Can you make it a double?
Well, you two better take good care. For for these ups and downs, I suggest you have one of my house boys to take you around, and forget the damn tea, have gin instead honey! It always helps.
ReplyDeleteHi Maddie.
DeleteI'm trying to coax the Empress into partaking of the occasional "medicinal" gin... With out much luck! On the other hand... Open a bottle of Champagne and she's there with a flute before the cork has had time to land!
Oi! Stop giving away trade secrets Princess.
DeleteThe Empress has spoken!
Despite everything, the Empress looks splendid!
ReplyDeleteHugs to you Princess. My Mum is recovering from two crushed vertibrae. I feel your stress.
Sx
Dear Miss Scarlet Ouch! one crushed vertebra should be quite enough for anyone! Even minor back pain can be troublesome to deal with. It is just as well that these Mothers have kids that care! hugs to both of you...
DeleteAll in all not bad, especially whne you think of the not so good alternative. My best wishes to the Empress!
ReplyDeleteYes Mr Mags it was reasonably good news....
Deletethe Empress thanks you for your best wishes.
Hooray!
ReplyDeleteAnd the Empress reigns supreme.
Yes Mr Pirate she does! And might I add with an iron Fist!
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