Hello lovely people.......am home from Madison and my heart is soaring......This doc can't believe what this local guy did to me and has no idea why.......he has never, ever seen so much cadaver cartilage piled on top of each other and has not ever seen such thick nostrils from the grafts... He was appalled....and then hearing that I had C. diff right after this last surgery, he couldn't believe my positive attitude......He said fortunately this other doc didn't mess with the skin on the outside which is great for this reconstruction as the skin is very healthy and maleable. So, he will remove all the cadaver cartilage ,and even described how this is done, then open my nose on the outside on the skin that is between the nostrils, expose all the crap then harvest my own cartilage from my ear and repair the nasal valves, which by the way were not even close to being repaired by this other guy......he says he may have to take cartilage from both ears to do both sides so they are symetrical....I will have a cast on the outside and a silicone pad on the inside to press the outer nostril against the outside skin as I will have a significant void under the skin when he removes this cadaver stuff. He is 100% confident to improve what I have now and give me a better airway....as far as the pain I experience daily with the pressure of the bulky cartilage, he is hoping to at least improve that if he can't eliminate it as he won't know til he gets in there if I have nerve damage. The small discoloration spot I have by my nose is from muscle damage and would take a laser to improve that.....I am not so concerned about appearance right now....I just want to breathe and I feel I have the right person finally to get me there!!!! Thank you for all your prayers as I believe the prayers have guided me to this doctor......much love to all!!

So glad you have finally had some good news. Praying that this doctor turns out to be the ONE! Can't wait to hear about your progress.

Will keep you in prayers.

I am so happy for you because you really deserve a break. This sounds promising. I wonder what is up with the old doctor. We will keep you in prayers and let us know once operation is scheduled. Hugs

Hi Vicki, this is so encouraging and I'm so glad you've finally found the right person for this surgery. Prayers continuing for a great outcome. Love Chris

What wonderful news, my heart is so happy for you. Sometimes our Lord answers our prayers in ways we never even dreamt of. Thanks be to God.

Such good news Vicki. I am certain you were worried if you could get the help you need! You'll continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!! Loads of hugs to you, Laura!!

This is such wonderful news. It is more than time you were able to breath properly. Sending much love

I'm lovin' this and it is so wonderfu that your heart is soaring. Prayers still coming and I love you attitude. God Bless.

And we will all be holding you in prayer before, during and after. And wishing we could all be holding your hand through it too. Stay strong, stay positive and thank you God that this doctor is so positive and already telling you how he will fix you up so you can breathe like you should have been all along.

Prayers are coming your way. I can not believe the other guy messed up so bad. This new doc seems to know what he is doing. I have watched surgeries like this and the ear cartilage is the right way to go. Poor you to have to go through this again. This time will be the charm. Hope you can get in soon and breath with no pain. HUGS Suzanne

Keeping you in my prayers. Hope you get it scheduled soon. Hugs. Nan

Great that this doctor gives you courage that a new surgery can provide the air and reconstruct the nose again, I wish you luck and good healing, hugs Maria

I am so glad you found a reputable doctor. God bless you...

I’m so glad for you Vicki!
Does he believe your former doctor was negligent or just inexperienced with your problem ? If the latter, he should have referred you to this new doctor that seems more knowledgeable. It’s a shame for you to have to suffered so long and I’m sure paid too much already. If this new doctors skill is as good as his talk you have hope that this will correct every thing finally. Best Wishes and hope he schedules you soon.-Toogie

Wow, finally someone who knows something...great news.

You're almost knowledgeable enough to assist in doing this surgery! I'm glad he was so through in his explanations and know that must have offered you very much reassurance as you listened. Are you scheduled yet? (Before, after, or during the move?) That was a poor attempt at humor. Will continue you in the long term prayer list!

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by basketkase 04 Nov 2021

No, not scheduled yet and I will not budge from here til this gets fixed 😊

What a positive posting and delighted for you