Last night my dad was taken in for surgery, after signing a consent for possible amputation. When the surgeons went in, there was so much decay/necrosis and infection that they had absolutely no choice but to amputate. From what I understand, the amputation was right at the knee. In a few days they will have another surgery to cut down the bone and seal up the end of the stump as soon as it drains enough...and to make sure there's not any more necrosis or infection.
Elder Dickson of the Quorum of the Seventy came to the Highland Ward today ("for Mary Watson") and spoke. He then went to the hospital to visit David and give him a blessing. He's talking a little bit now, but very labored with the trach. Dad asked Elder Dickson what he should do about consenting for amputation. He lifted up his coatsleeve, and revealed that he himself had an amputated arm. He had bone cancer when he was 19 and required an amputation. He advised David to do what would save his life. What a perfect man to be counseling dad on this life-altering decision.
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Its so great to have the blog so we can all keep up. We are all praying for David. Elder Dixon was the area president of South East Asia while I was on my mission and he conducted a zone conference once. He is an amazing man and a great person to be taking advice with. We are glad that David has the support of such great men. You cousin Thomas.
Nicole your posts continue to be our lifeline to David. Thanks for your time and love. Aunt Julie
Dixon is a Neat man, he personally took the time to talk to me and make sure I was alright. Along with a blessing from him.
Dad is going to be alright. When he was awake last night before the amp. and I came into the room, and he saw me, hes eyes and mouth widened and he gasped. It made me pretty happy. This guy is amazing
Please correct his name to Dickson.
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