Thursday, October 1, 2009

Good News!

Good news- Heidi's surgery is over and she is doing fine. They were able to remove the tumor, and everything went well. They have sent the tumor to pathology, and think there may be live cancer cells in it, which would mean more treatments in the future, but that is all unknown right now. For now we are relieved to know that the surgery is over and she is ok. She is still under anesthesia, so Scott hasn't seen her yet. But she should wake up in the next few hours and then he will get to be with her. It is anticipated that she will be in the special ICU for about 24 hours and then a few more days in the hospital after that. The doctor said he anticipates that her recovery will go well, with no long term effects.

Heidi really appreciated all the emails and phone calls she received recently from everyone expressing their love and concern for her. She wasn't able to reply to the emails, but told me how much each of them meant to her. She really appreciated them! On behalf of Heidi and Scott's family and their families, thank you all so much for your love, support, fasting and prayers!

I'll keep posting as we know more.

Amy

12 comments:

stina said...

Thanks for the updates, Amy. Keep 'em coming!

Rachel said...

Thank Goodness!! Looking forward to more good news! Thanks Amy!

ricciquill said...

So good to hear all went well. Fasted and prayed for her and the family.. Thanks for the speedy update. :)

The Copiers said...

Whew! I have been thinking about it all day. I am so glad you are keeping everyone informed.

kristen said...

I am so glad that it's looking good!!! Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all!

Jessica / Brian Bangerter said...

I am glad all went well. When I have a bad day I remember Heidi, and what a trooper she is, I have no room to complain. You are such an inspiration to us all. You are in our prayers. A speedy recovery to you. Love Jessica

Kendall said...

Thanks so much for the updates! I have been sending out positive prayers all day and I am so glad to hear it went well. Thoughts and prayers, Kendall

Vickie said...

Great news, Amy! Thanks for keeping us posted.

Cindy Jensen said...

Great to hear that the surgery went well! Thank you for keeping us updated.

RP said...

I'm so glad to hear things went well. We're still thinking and praying for her and her family! Thanks for all the updates!

Jo Deann said...

That's wonderful news. We've been thinking about it all day. Thanks so much for the updates. It really helps us feel like we are involved and can offer support...even over the computer. Gotta love technology!!

Grandma said...

Amy, you are great for keeping all of us updated. Scott has called, but I love the news you write. Let Heidi know we love her and our prayers are with all of them.