I joined this community about 6 weeks ago, although I had been browsing and learning from its members and interactions. What I saw impressed me. I, too wanted to participate and give forward to offer hope to others. I have been absent for awhile. In the hospital with a small intestine obstruction and extensive surgery. My colon perforated about a year ago due to high-dose steroids for adrenal insufficiency, so I am not a stranger to intestinal reroutings. Yesterday arrived 2 messages from members here inquiring as to if I was alright. My absence had been noted and, like family, they were worried. I was and am deeply touched. That 2 people would reach out to a relative new commer to see if I was lost or needed connection speaks volumes as to the depth of care and compassion on this forum. I am deeply touched and humbled. My health situation is serious. I underwent surgery yesterday, and came through with flying colors. Thr more significant speedbumps have to do with my limited endocrine function (pituitary failure and severe adrenal insufficiency). With prayer and a strong spirit and positive thoughts/energy all will be well. Thank you, one and all here, for caring and sending positive energy in my direction. It is working! As a point of information, I am on a 14 hour continuous hydrocortison IV drip to better titrate and infuse my daily maintenance dose + small stress dosing. It seems to be most helpful. IV bolus solumedrol or hydrocortisone is still needed, but much less frequently than without the continuous drip. My endi says this is a new treatment approach of adrenal insufficiency that is showing promise. I am posting from my hospital bed using my iPhone. Are not smart phones amazing? Be well and best to all in the coming room, - Button/Button - Pan-hypopituitarism, pituitary adenoma (2011)
Primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency (2011)
Ileostomy due to extensive intestinal perforation (2011)
Mixed connective disorder (auto-immune)
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