So far … I am being told I have transverse myelitis. Go ahead and look it up on Wikipedia and please take note that I DO ... DO have control of my bladder and my bowel—- I repeat I DO have control of my bowel and my bladder.
I have the idiopathic sort (it means the idiots can’t figure out why … heeheehee).
It’s gotten a little bit worse over the past week. Hoping it doesn’t progress any further. The lesion is in my spinal cord at the c4 vertabrae, therefore, potentially everything below my chin could be paralyzed. Due to the fact that it came on quite slowly the doctors don’t think it will get much worse.
I skied today. I sucked! Due to a slight weakness on the left side of my body (thanks myelitis) I found it difficult. I was fun to get out and spend time with the kids. I figure I should get out and enjoy my legs while they still work.
Tomorrow I rest!
This is such a fun blog, eh? Come back and check on the status of my partial paralysis tomorrow.
MK xo
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April 19th, 2008 at 9:26 pm
um… I am so impressed that you managed to ski. Wow.
Scary.
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April 19th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Wow, that sounds quite serious! I am impressed that you even TRIED to ski. Look after yourself, okay?!
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April 19th, 2008 at 10:25 pm
Glad that you finally have a diagnosis. Sad that it could potentially lead to paralysis. And I can’t believe you tried to ski!
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April 19th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Oh, wow, I can’t believe it. I’m sending positive thoughts and good vibes your way. You keep that great attitude of yours, and take care of yourself.
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April 19th, 2008 at 11:17 pm
Take it easy!!
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April 20th, 2008 at 5:35 am
I am so sorry to hear about what you are going through. This must be frightening—for you and your family—yet you manage to keep a wonderful sense of humour. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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April 20th, 2008 at 5:47 am
Your in my prayers. Praying that if this is what it is, that you are treated correctly with complete success.
Glad you had fun skiing.
April 20th, 2008 at 6:00 am
Hugs for continued healing!!
April 20th, 2008 at 7:33 am
Your attitude is great, but I’m hoping you recover full use of everything ASAP…hope you caught it early.
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April 20th, 2008 at 8:03 am
Yikes…good for you for going out anyway. I’d probably be too scared.
I usually refer to the Mayo Clinic website fro anything health related…so here’s a link to their TM page:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/transverse-myelitis/DS00854
Let me know if you need anything. :)
April 20th, 2008 at 10:28 am
“and please take note that I DO … DO have control of my bladder and my bowel—- I repeat I DO have control of my bowel and my bladder.”
i know it’s not a “laughing matter”...but…well…(giggle). glad you’re in good(ish?) spirits about it.
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April 20th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
Hi, I have been thinking about you. It is good to hear from you today!
I hope you do not progress any further. Is there something that can be
done with the lesion and the illness? God bless…..Cindi
April 20th, 2008 at 1:49 pm
We’re all thinking about you! Keep up the good spirits, that’s already half the battle!
April 21st, 2008 at 6:21 am
Heavens! I’ll be thinking about you!
April 21st, 2008 at 2:56 pm
Yikes! I hope things turn around (for the better, of course) soon for you! I’ll be thinking of you!
April 22nd, 2008 at 12:14 pm
Your in my prayers, Kim. This sounds pretty serious, and it seems that you are maintaining as positive an attitude as possible…thinkin’ about you, take care of yourself, and keep us posted
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April 22nd, 2008 at 6:52 pm
ah! so i stop checkin your blog for a week or so and THIS is what happens! send u a big hug! we’re having wierd health things going on too! all the best…
April 23rd, 2008 at 10:21 am
Is it wrong to say that you’re funny on a post like this? I mean, I did chuckle. But really, I hope things go well.
Sarah
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April 23rd, 2008 at 5:02 pm
SCARY! Oh my goodness, Kim, this sounds absolutely terrifying. I am amazed that you are as chin up as you are – please know that our thoughts are with you and your family.
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April 23rd, 2008 at 8:01 pm
Kim!
OMG! I have’t been to MK for a while now and visit to find…this, instead of my usual sassy friend and her sassy swaggy giveaways!
I wish you a speedier-than-speed-of-light recovery and am so sorry to hear you are not on top form.
I looke dit up. It does not sound like fun.
Sending best, fanciest, most intensely focused get-wells-soon vibes
your pal, C xxx
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April 24th, 2008 at 1:14 pm
wow you are going through a lot. I hope that your recovery is very fast. Take care!
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April 25th, 2008 at 8:56 pm
I hope you are doing well, I have been thinking of you
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April 26th, 2008 at 2:08 pm
Just checking in on you. Hope you are feeling better!
April 28th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
since there isn’t any new news i’m a little worried about you dearie! know that you’ve been in my prayers and i’m hoping you’re doing better.
April 29th, 2008 at 8:28 am
I hope all is well.
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April 30th, 2008 at 7:34 am
We are still thinking of you!
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May 1st, 2008 at 7:42 am
Hi Kim,
Maybe you remember me, maybe not. I ordered clothing for my son from you 2 years ago and was stunned with your customer support when my package was last in the mail and you send me all clothing again, for free!
My family and I wish you to beat your illness and recover quickly. I know there is a lot of chances you will.
With love from Russia,
Nikolai and family
May 1st, 2008 at 12:56 pm
Holala!!
I did not come here since so long… I found you are so courageous (is it the right word in english???). I am not sure I got everything but I understand enough to know that it is serious.
A thousand of thought for you and your family.