I BROKE MY NECK...

Someone once asked me, "Is your life as great as it looks?" The answer, for 99% of the time is, "YES!". Last night was the 1% that I would prefer not to share, but you're going to find out anyway, so here is the saga. Through my own carelessness, I have broken my neck.

The emotional roller coaster that led up to this seemingly 'happy' photo is far too long to share here. But for a short synopsis: after a night on the town in Palm Springs, I klutzily fell, landing head first onto the concrete hotel room floor. After a misdiagnosis, and three days of treating a 'neck sprain' (a dangerous prescription for neck fractures), it was determined, at 5PM yesterday, that I had two broken vertebrae (one being the very precarious C1). There was a fear of potential paralysis, possible surgery, four major radiation imagery sessions, a great deal of waiting and copious amounts of crying.

After over nine hours in the ER, the spinal specialists sent me home in a NOT TO BE REMOVED neck brace. I will know more about the severity of the injury (and the ramifications of it all) after my follow up orthopedic surgeon appointment on Wednesday.

When I finished feeling sorry for myself, I walked out feeling incredibly grateful. It could have had a completely different, horrible outcome. Please wish me a speedy recovery.

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4 comments:

Four Points Bulletin said...

Get well, get well soon, we want you to get well!
Well, dang it, Denise. I have a picture with you and Steve like this after drinking limoncello in Italy. Now THAT was a good day... you will have those again! :)
I wish you a speedy recovery, Friend.
I C1 hubby who is always there for you...
But I come by if you need anything!

Mark and Carol- "On the road again" said...

Dang...... all we can say is mend well

Nick and Deb's Excellent Adventure said...

My heart hurts for you my dear friend. Please keep us posted. Sending love and prayers,

Unknown said...

Ouch, no joke. Serious but follow Dr. orders for a quick recovery.

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