The Next Time You Blow Your Nose
Bizarre June 9th, 2008My dear niece, Amy * recently had surgery to remove a growth on her pituitary gland. The pituitary gland is located at the base of the brain, which I thought was at the back of the head, just above the neck.
That’s not where it is. Here’s where it is:
Actual Amy brain, with growth
You might wonder how a surgeon reaches this part of the brain. Well, they don’t saw your skull open and pull unwelcome pieces out through a hole. They actually take a trip through your nose and do all the work from the front of your face.
The surgeon was very blunt about how she’d feel after surgery: “You’ll feel like someone punched you very, very hard.”
Amy’s surgery went extremely well and she’s home resting for three weeks, complete with colorful bruises from the medically-sanctioned beating she got. Along with some lovely pharmaceuticals, she was given a list of restrictions she must adhere to for a whole month.
The one restriction driving her batshit is that she cannot blow her nose, not even once. FOR AN ENTIRE MONTH.
Think about it.
I blew my nose twenty times since she had her surgery and every time I stopped to think “What if I couldn’t do that just now?” It pains me to think that no matter how desperately she needs to blow, she can only let it drain.
I try my blessed best not to blow my nose in solidarity to her predicament, but I just cannot NOT blow my nose. She’s not handling the restriction well at all, as you might imagine. She continues to wear gauze taped above her lip as a reminder that she can’t touch her nose, blow her nose, or God forbid, pick it.
Here’s my plea: Would you guys please think of Amy the next time you blow your honker? Say a little prayer next time you use a tissue? The girl needs some help getting through the next three weeks.
We’re just counting down the days for her. On Thursday, June 26th, that noise you hear will be Amy letting loose for a month’s worth of plugged up nostrils. After that, we’ll all breathe a little easier.
Thanks, guys.
* This post was pre-approved by Amy’s brain.
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June 9th, 2008 at 10:50 am
Yikes! I doubt I could do it.
I couldn’t go a day without cleanin house a little.
Best wishes to Amy on a speedy recovery.
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June 9th, 2008 at 10:50 am
Oh, poor Amy! I don’t actually ‘blow’ my nose either. I have little nose bleeds on a very regular basis, sometimes daily, so don’t want to entice them ;O) I do, however clean my nose constantly, and dread to think how I would feel if I couldn’t!
Perhaps it’s like your hair. They say that if you don’t wash your hair, it self cleans after a couple of weeks. Maybe all the little boggaloos run out on their own ;O)
Not really funny though, and I do hope she manages without too much difficulty. The surgery will have been worth it.
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June 9th, 2008 at 10:51 am
I certainly will, and believe me I have been doing a LOT of that lately.
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June 9th, 2008 at 11:13 am
First of all, I’m glad you got approval for this post by “the rest” of Amy’s brain! I hope she is making a good recovery, not too snotty!
I did a post some time ago about a growth hormone secreting pituitary tumor. There are a few educational links on it.
http://tinyurl.com/5cavpy
My best to Amy!
June 9th, 2008 at 11:24 am
Holy crap. What will happen to poor Amy if she sneezes? Hopefully her brains won’t come out of her nose. That would be bad.
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June 9th, 2008 at 11:24 am
Hi there! I just would like to drop in my get well soon wishes too
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June 9th, 2008 at 11:35 am
Yikes I got claustrophobia of the nose just reading this. When I broke my nose and it was so stuffed I could barely swallow, I was told no blowing and no nose drops. I happened to have a terrible cold when I broke it. I just about needed sedatives. That poor girl, I can almost relate.
June 9th, 2008 at 11:45 am
Oh and for the folks who are voracious house cleaners up there, a quick tip: anterior epistaxis (nose bleeds from the front portions of the nose), in the majority of cases results from trauma (even minor, such as scratching) to the Little’s area on the nasal septum. You might want to be a little gentle there
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June 9th, 2008 at 11:48 am
You’re a brave girl Amy and I wish you a speedy recovery !
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June 9th, 2008 at 11:49 am
Poor thing!
I think we can totally understand what she’s going through over here. My husband had a septoplasty operation last a year ago to take care of a deviated septum. Like Amy, he was unable to blow his nose, BUT not for a whole month! It was just for a week or so. He was DYING to do it, but refrained as prescribed. It must be awfully hard for a young girl to stick to that rule.
I’ll keep her in mind. With the frequency with which I blow, she will have a shower of prayers raining down on her from the heavens. (Is there a novena for nose-blowing, I wonder?)
Give her our best!
Kat and Kev (Survivor of the Septoplasty)
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June 9th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
Maybe Amy and I can be nose twins for a few weeks. I do not know how to blow my nose, so anything icky just accumulates in the corners of my nostrils. Then, my Mommie just wipes it away.
I wish Amy an easy and quick recovery.
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June 9th, 2008 at 12:44 pm
o my god i would die because i have allergys this time of year Amy i feel for you
June 9th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
Holy crap. I am dizzy just reading this. And I shall never take blowing my nose for granted anymore.
Hope Amy is feeling better real soon…
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June 9th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Talk about self restraint and Amy’s the best role model. Please say to Amy to hang in there. We’ll be holding on to the tissue paper until the 26th. God bless!
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June 9th, 2008 at 1:43 pm
I am allergic to SOMETHING here in my office, so I’m constantly sneezing. If I wasn’t ALLOWED to sneeze, well…
You might as well shoot me now.
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June 9th, 2008 at 1:50 pm
I now have this crazy urge to blow my nose!
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June 9th, 2008 at 3:14 pm
There is an oxymoron in terms of modern medical science when you can’t blow your nose for a MONTH!!!!
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June 9th, 2008 at 3:19 pm
Thank you all for the well wishes. I realize how bad things could be right now, so I’m grateful that non-nose-breathing is my most time consuming worry. Oh, I can sneeze, but only through my mouth. Try it, you’ll like it. As always, you guys crack me up, it’s a party in here.
June 9th, 2008 at 3:21 pm
Well, I hope Amy gets better. Aunt Marlene sens me email updates from time to time.
I’d die now. I have a cold, a small one, I’m not staying home from school or anything. But, I am blowing my nose often. I honestly couldn’t stand not being able to blow my nose.
Feel better soon Amy!
June 9th, 2008 at 3:35 pm
Aw, gosh, Kathy, I really feel for the girl. I have pretty big sinus allergies myself, so the very thought of not blowing my nose for a month, well, it seems like an absolute impossibility.
I just hope she gets through it without… drowning!
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June 9th, 2008 at 3:42 pm
Oddly enough, I feel the need to blow my nose. Right now.
Thanks a lot.
I an not believe what she’s been threw. I’ll be thinking of her and praying for her every time I blow my nose. Luckily it is allergy season and I have a lot of allergies. So this will be very often.
June 9th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
Damon — I’m worried she’ll be so plugged up, she’ll need another operation to get everything out later.
Babs beetle — “boggaloos” Love that word! I’m using it! Hmmm, so my hair can possibly clean itself? Look at all that time and shampoo I could have saved!
Memarie Lane — Oh, thank you. The more the merrier.
FerdC — Talked to her today. She doesn’t sound as snotty as she did a few days ago. Yea! Thanks for that link. I’m happy to say Amy didn’t have the “ugly” symptoms, as in the patient you described. She’s quite beautiful!
Jeff — Holy crap is right. See her response above. The sneeze must be done with the mouth open, so as to allow the sneeze to pass freely. I’m afraid if she sneezed with her mouth closed, her head might actually explode.
Firas — Thanks so much! I can feel the good wishes. Awesome. And thanks for the helpful information about how to properly “clean house.” I learn so much from you people.
Gizmo — I’d say you can absolutely relate. Your experience sounds truly awful. I’d be such a baby. “Wake me up when it’s over!”
Jaffer — She is. We’re all rooting for a fast recovery. So far, she’s doing great.
Poetikat — I’m sure your husband counted down the days and hours until he could blow hard! I don’t know if there’s a novena for nose-blowing, but I found out that St. Blaise is the patron saint of otorhinolaryngology (ears, nose and throat), so let’s pray to him, OK?
Daisy the Curly Cat — I think Amy would appreciate your being nose twins for the next 3 weeks. Thanks for your support!
brooke — I’m lucky that I don’t have allergies. Sorry that you do. You must be blowing your nose all the time. Not fun!
Maureen — I don’t take it for granted now, either. I blew my nose today and felt a little guilty.
Strider — It’s restraint I don’t know that I have in me. But I suppose if the surgeon absolutely forbids it, you really can’t cheat. But, boy, I’d be tempted. Thanks for your good wishes.
kev — Same here. I mean, I’d have to find a new job or something. It’s like saying you can’t breathe for a month.
Bee — I know! When I talk to her on the phone, we never speak of the nose-blowing. Anything else but the nose-blowing.
Bruce — Crazy, isn’t it? There should be some appliance you can use or drug you can take to give the effect of blowing without blowing. Come on, people! It’s the 21 century.
Amy — Thanks for popping in! Lots of sympathy and prayers coming your way! I’m glad reading the comments might be a bright spot in your day. Sorry you had to read about so much nose-blowing (or NOT nose-blowing). Now go take some happy pills and forget about it.
Regan — Well, if you must blow, say a prayer to St. Blaise. And get well soon! Geez, everybody’s stuffed!
Jenn Thorson — It does, doesn’t it? Hard to think about it and no one would do it voluntarily. But she can create absolutely no pressure to the head, which is why she’s also not supposed to bend down/over. But it’s all good. She’s doing very well.
Lisa — Oh, thanks for that. Maybe she’ll sleep better tonight knowing everyone’s rooting for her. Nothing like sleeping and not being able to breathe except through your mouth. Ugh.
June 9th, 2008 at 5:01 pm
I hope Amy does well and I’m confident she will. I never thought about it before, but I rarely blow my nose. Usually only when allergies kick up or I catch a cold. I guess I should count my blessings.
But I have to tell you that I will have nightmares tonight with your description of the procedure. My eyes are watering just at the thought of it.
June 9th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
It’s allergy season, so yes, I’ll think of Amy. Poor girl, my goodness. I get nose bleeds very easily, and I worked with a woman who did too, hers was much worse than mine. She had to have surgery and couldn’t blow her nose for some time as well afterwards. Poor thing, she was a mess for a while. So my heart goes out to Amy. Rest well. Enjoy the drugs
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June 9th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
I’m very happy to hear that Amy is on her way to a full recovery.
A few important thoughts….
1) I’m pretty sure that is the same spot that I “lost” an eraser in second grade. Got bored, had an eraser, and needed to do something with it.
2) I wonder if that is the source of my sinusitis???
3) I use a neti pot every morning, as part of my morning ritual.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nasal_irrigation
I wonder if a Amy could’ve used a neti pot instead of the painful surgery? Imagine that thing flying out some morning? Now, THAT’S a wake up call!
4) No picking? “No pick, NO PICK!!!!” (Seinfeld)
Really, no pick? There goes one of my favorite past times!!!
June 9th, 2008 at 7:18 pm
Ouch … Ouch … Ouch … OOOOUUUUUCCCCHHHH!
That’s horrible. I shall indeed remember Amy’s plight and, when I blow my nose (which for some reason isn’t all that often), I promise to put chin to sternum and send up a request that God help her forget about what she can’t have, which unfortunately is always what we want most.
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June 9th, 2008 at 7:51 pm
Just sending my good wishes too! I can’t even imagine her pain! My prayers for a speedy recovery!
June 9th, 2008 at 7:57 pm
Lee — You are lucky. As for me, I have to blow my nose whenever I eat. Doesn’t have to be hot food, either. Drives me nuts. Yeah, I don’t want to know anymore about how they got to her brain other than what I already know. Some things are better left unsaid.
DrowseyMonkey — Wow, that must be difficult to have your nose bleed whenever it wants. Can’t imagine. Amy will see everyone’s well wishes, as she’s visiting here every now and then.
Jenny — Ah, so nice of you. She’ll appreciate it.
Donna — She’s doing great 10 days out of the chute. Another three weeks and she can blow to her heart’s content. Thanks for your support!
June 9th, 2008 at 8:04 pm
OMG! Poor thing. Can’t they give her something to make it so that her nose stays clear, like Dristan only prescribed?
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June 9th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
You know, this isn’t very nice, but wouldn’t it be kinda funny if she blew her nose and a bit of brain came out with it?
You know, funny but not funny?
Ok I know, it’s not funny, and I hope that doesn’t happen, but if you saw it in a cartoon it would be funny, right?
June 9th, 2008 at 9:27 pm
Amy, I feel for you! There is nothing worse than being told you can’t do something like that, because then it’s like it triggers something and you feel the need to constantly do the very thing that isn’t allowed.
Years ago I broke my nose (actually, my horse broke my nose, long story) My Dr told me that if I would NOT TOUCH MY NOSE for 3 weeks, he could set it and let it heal instead of packing my nose to immobilize it leaving me to breathe through my mouth all that time. I said, sure, I can do that. Yeah, right! My nose itched, dripped, sneezed, drove me nuts needing to be touched the whole time. It also didn’t help that I totally had to show the guys at work how I could lay my nose over against my cheek! (trust me, the effect on the co-workers was worth the pain and the fact my nose is crooked now)
I think if he hadn’t said anything, I would have been fine. It’s like telling a 4 yr old not to eat the donuts in the kitchen…
June 9th, 2008 at 9:53 pm
I’m glad that everything went smoothly. Get well soon, Amy.
(I couldn’t just quietly lurk for something like this.)
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June 10th, 2008 at 12:21 am
Thanks to all for the positive vibes!
I’m such the Mouth Breather at present; I must eat with my mouth open, too. My poor husband is a saint.
Hey, eating induced nose running must be a family trait because it happens to me too. So, again my husband is a saint. Open mouth chewing, mouth breathing, nose running wife. Ew. Oh, well, things could be much worse, so I’m grateful THIS is my concern.
June 10th, 2008 at 1:39 am
I had a nose job when I was younger and it’s the same thing. Plus you can’t breathe AT ALL. And I was a regular nose-blower. AND I had to sleep on my back and I can’t EVER sleep on my back! So Amy, I can totally relate. Hang in there. And as long as you’re all fixed up on the inside, that’s all that really matters.
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June 10th, 2008 at 2:55 am
WoW for a minute there I thought you were going to ask US,not to blow our noses for a month,WHEW!
That can’t be easy for her, when you can’t do something, you want to do it.All the best Amy.
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June 10th, 2008 at 5:04 am
Lauren — You would think so. But it’s one of those things where nature has to take its course, I guess. No drugs, no magic. Nothing.
Mike — It would totally be funny in a cartoon. In fact, I’m sure that must have happened at one point to Itchy or Scratchy from The Simpsons. Hilarious in cartoons. In real life, not so much.
Shadowsrider — What? No link to a blog post about how a horse broke your nose? That sounds like perfect blog fodder. That trick you did with your nose sounds like something you should have charged admission for. But at least you had the satisfaction of grossing everyone out. Kudos.
Stephanie — She came out of hiding! Good to see you, Stephanie! And thanks for the well wishes.
Amy — Oh, poor Amy. Eating with your mouth open is no fun either. Except for small children who probably also like to show people what they’re eating. I think we all know some mouth breathers, but they don’t have an excuse.
Suzy — Sleeping on your back is almost as bad as sleeping sitting up. I know you’re laid up right now yourself, so of anyone here, I’m sure you can relate to Amy’s issues.
Janice — If I asked you, would you do it? Hmmm, sounds like a contest. I haven’t had one lately. Thanks for your good wishes!
June 10th, 2008 at 5:59 am
BabaBooey — Sorry you got stuck in my spam tank again. I wonder how many kids stick stuff up their nose each year, who have to get it removed by a professional. I’d guess the number is fairly high. I’ve heard of a neti pot. Freaks me out to no end. I thought it was a joke the first time I heard about it. “No pick! No pick!” Classic Seinfeld.
June 10th, 2008 at 7:14 am
I blew my nose 20 times just since the start of this POST!
Poor little Amy! But wait . . . she has “lovely pharmaceuticals,” she gets her brain posted on The Junk Drawer, AND she gets to be Daisy’s nose twin. Maybe we shouldn’t feel too sorry for her.
Seriously, I hope the time passes quickly for her and she enjoys a gigantic honking nose blow on June 26. I’ll be thinking of her.
(PS: Bababooey: I have a Neti Pot but I’m afraid to use it. It just seems so unnatural, pouring water in your nostril.)
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June 10th, 2008 at 11:30 am
Best wishes to Amy for a speedy recovery and my heart felt sympathies that she cant’ blow her nose…I have allergies and sinus problems…I would be in big trouble if I couldn’t blow my nose.
My daughter had sinus surgery about 5 years ago and couldn’t blow her nose…it was torture for her…
By the way her ENT doctor told her that we shouldn’t blow our nose ever!!!
Cheers
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June 10th, 2008 at 11:44 am
Amy I thought I was alone in the fact that my nose runs when I eat! I always have to get a tissue, and even have to ask for one when I go to dinner at friends houses.
These blogs have a way of making us expose more and more personal details too ha ha!
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June 10th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
1) It’s a good thing they don’t go in through the butt.
2) Think of the money she’ll save on Kleenex.
3) Speaking of, I just put a new box on my desk at work and I will dedicate this box to Amy.
4) She’s black ‘n blue because the surgeon never had the game “Operation” to practice with.
5) Did they give you your defective gland in a bag like when you have a repair done on your car?
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June 10th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
Hey, I know…. in honor of Amy’s nose dilema, maybe we could join forces and strike on nose blowing for a whole month, right along side Amy.
Nah…. let’s don’t. Sorry Amy, hope you feel better soon!
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June 10th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
JD,
Do the pot! Seriously, I can’t live a day without it. I used to get four to six sinus infections between the months October through March.
Since using it, none in six years.
Honest!
Use it!
June 10th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
I hope I am not being too nosy ! But I couldn’t resist nosing around with this:
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/142/348509088_bc81df9ae8.jpg
June 10th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
That must be rough on Amy. Even when I refused to blow my nose, when I get cold I would sneeze involuntarily. I have a very sensitive nose. She needs our prayers.
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June 10th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
JD at I Do Things — I know! It’s like winning the trifecta of The Junk Drawer. I think she gets a magnet for that! Go ahead, use the neti pot. At the very least, you can blog about the disaster that ensues.
Heather — Oh, that ENT is out of his or her mind. Not blow your nose EVER? Impossible! I feel like blowing my nose right now. Geesh. Thanks for the good wishes. Sorry your daughter had to go through it.
Babs beetle — I hate when my nose runs when I eat. Especially at a nice restaurant and I don’t have a tissue, ill-prepared that I am. Wiping your nose on good linen is so rude (but I do it anyway. I try to be delicate). You can’t get much more personal than your brain in a blog.
Well, well, well, BigNerd is back! Oh, how I missed you! And what an awesome 5-point comment for your return visit. Good to have you back. Oh, and I’d totally want my brain tumor in a jar. Keep it out on my desk and shove it in the faces of people I don’t like. Would that work?
darla — Did I tell you today how much I love your Gravatar? I love the poodle! I’m thinking of Amy, but I’ve yet to deny myself a good nose-blowing. Gun to my head kind of thing.
BabaBooey — If you have a picture taken of you using the device, I will blog about it. I dare you.
Jaffer — Too cute! There’s a nose, up close and personal.
jesie — Bring ‘em on, and thanks!
June 10th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
Kathy:
You are just so funny that I actually felt guilty reading this stuff. I mean, “Ouch!” Geezo, what a thing to happen - intra-brain surgery through the nose. Wow. That hurts just thinking about it.
Okay. We’ll cut down on our nose blowing in support of your good friend. Sneezing might be a problem, though. Do you suppose the inside of her nose itches? That makes it even more difficult.
As always, your razor sharp wit has transformed a tragic real life situation into something to smile about. You made my day again.
Happy trails.
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June 10th, 2008 at 6:41 pm
You can save a brain tumor in an permanently sealed container filled with a Formaldehyde solution. I think it’s the same chemical used to preserve dead insects and amphibians in biology labs.
But I think Dr. Firas can tell you more about it. Biology was his favourite subject when we were in high-school !
June 11th, 2008 at 10:46 am
Kathy:
If you are interested, I just posted an article about fibromyalgia and the new drug Lyrica on my http://seniortales.blogspot.com site.
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June 11th, 2008 at 12:28 pm
It won’t happen on just a dare.
It needs to be a double-dog dare!
June 11th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
Oh, how miserable! I can’t imagine. I do wish her a speedy recovery.
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June 11th, 2008 at 3:19 pm
Swubird — Not blowing your nose is one thing. Not scratching an itch is another. She’s got ‘em both going on. At least she can sneeze freely. Happy to make your day!
Jaffer — Now that I think about it, not so sure it’s a good idea. I’ve been known to drop & break a jar or two. Not the kind of thing I’d like to clean up, you know?
BabaBooey — Just think, you’d be helping all the people scared to use a Neti pot. I haven’t posted a tutorial on anything in a long time. We’re due.
Crazy Working Mom — Thanks for the sympathy. Amy’s doing just fine. And she’s got a few more days behind her. Looking forward to the day of The Big Nose Blow!
June 11th, 2008 at 6:51 pm
Something so everyday we take it for granted. If I need to blow my nose. I will think of your niece.
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June 12th, 2008 at 12:21 am
Yikes. They told me the same things after I had my tonsillectomy. No nose-blowing, sneezing or coughing.
No coughing? That’s crazy talk. I had two ginormous scabs on the back of my throat. Good thing Saint Vicodin took the edge off.
Here’s to a speedy recovery!
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June 12th, 2008 at 4:07 am
Wow! That’s horrible. I’m glad the surgery went okay, but the no nose blowing thing must be maddening. Here’s hoping to a speedy recovery, and I will think of her every time I blow my nose…no way I couldn’t after reading this. In fact, I will probably think about her every time I blow my nose for the rest of my life, because that story will be hard to forget.
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June 12th, 2008 at 6:32 am
When my husband had sinus surgery i heard the repeated warnings NOT to blow his nose. He found a million ways to redefine the phrase (how much force constitutes a nose blow). My heart was in my throat for the weeks after the surgery, and I slept with my keys and shoes next to the door. It does sound awful.
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June 12th, 2008 at 6:53 am
Just visiting your nice blog. Welcome to my blog.
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June 12th, 2008 at 10:08 am
It’s a temptation, once someone tells you you can’t do something it just makes you want to do it more. That would be hard! Hope your niece is doing well. Warm wishes
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June 12th, 2008 at 4:16 pm
Oh dear Lord. That is so scary! I can’t even imagine not being able to clean out the honker. =) *shudder*
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June 12th, 2008 at 4:40 pm
Curtis — Thanks. I’ve must said 20 prayers for her since I wrote this. I’m always blowing.
Alice — Those are ridiculous restrictions. Ever wish you could just remove your head, set it down somewhere, and then put it back on when it’s over?
Theresa — I’d be the worst patient. Like calling the surgeon over and over… Are you serious? Are you sure I can’t blow? Come on! Can I? Can I? Can I?
Stacey — Cripes. Don’t know how you both survived. I’m sure this is tough for Amy’s husband, too. But he’s a saint. He’ll keep her from blowing if he can help it.
MP3 — Welcome aboard! Hmmm, those are freaky frogs you’ve got over on your blog. I’d want one, but it’d have to be painted ceramic!
Sue — Absolutely! Like saying “Don’t think of rattle snakes.” Go ahead. Don’t think of rattle snakes.
castocreations — Welcome aboard! Yes, it is scary. Especially the part where she’s going to clean house when she’s able. She might need some assistance. p.s. I’m a sucker for pet blogs. I’ll be visiting yours again.
June 12th, 2008 at 6:07 pm
Oh, poor baby! You’d think that blowing your nose isn’t a big deal, but when you can’t do it it’s misery! That post made me want to blow my nose. And I will absolutely think of Amy when I do.
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June 12th, 2008 at 10:19 pm
I have to blow my nose, just from reading that post…ick. A while back when I had a major surgery in my tummy area, I didn’t sneeze for 13 days. My SOP is to sneeze at least three times first thing in the morning. I was very conscious of this little phenom… honk!
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June 13th, 2008 at 6:18 am
Yikes! That poor girl. I’ve been getting over a sinus infection, and now allergy season is upon us, so I will definitely give her a thought every time I need to blow. Hope all goes well for her.
chris’s last blog post..Some leading “Natural or Organic” personal care products contain this carcinogen
June 13th, 2008 at 10:39 am
I blew my nose 20 times just while reading that. What a horrible predicament! Tell her I’ll be thinking of her everytime I blow my honker, and that I wish her well.
Momo Fali’s last blog post..That Song Is About Me
June 13th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
How’s Amy doing, four days on?
Kathy, the setting on my Canon is called ‘Colour Accent’ but you could also look for ‘Colour Isolation’ or similar, I suppose.
Babs - beetle’s last blog post..Summertime blues
June 13th, 2008 at 4:51 pm
Corrina — Blow away and be glad you can. I actually didn’t blow my nose once today in solidarity. Of course, I did five other times, but at least once, I didn’t. Amy would probably think “What? You want a medal?”
Carla — Wow, that’s even worse. A sneeze is almost involuntary. Have to really think hard NOT to. Yikes. Two weeks?
chris — I’m sorry for anyone who has allergies. I have my fair share of issues, but that’s not one of them, thankfully.
Momo Fali — Thanks, she’ll appreciate it. She might be stopping by later to check in here.
Babs — Amy’s doing OK. I just talked to her and kidded her about not coming back to comment on her progress. You can’t get your brain written about in The Junk Drawer and then leave everyone hanging. There are people here! I’ll let her chime in on her progress.
Thanks for the info on your camera and how you got those pictures. I loved that effect!
June 13th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
Kathy, did you get my email? I just signed up.
Babs - beetle’s last blog post..Summertime blues
June 13th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
Sorry, I’ve been off the grid, reading a book. I know, sacrilegious. But, you just can’t curl up with a PC the way you can with a book when you’re not feeling well.
Ya know, being in the hospital made me wonder just where they go with all that medical waste, my growth included. Ew.
OK. This is gross; get ready. The inside of my nose and I have managed a new truce. I’ve used my eating induced-nose running to my advantage. I eat and wait. This is technically not blowing, nor picking! Just wiping. Thank gawd I don’t have to go out in public. Again, my husband is a saint.
Thank you all for the well wishes. It’s always a party in here, you guys crack me up!
June 14th, 2008 at 7:31 am
Babs — Yes, and now you know I’m still confused!
Amy — I’m glad you’ve found a way to empty your nose without actually blowing. Where there’s a will, there’s a way. Really sorry to hear how it is you’re eating right now. Amy, you’re getting there! Only 12 days to go!
June 16th, 2008 at 12:26 pm
my parents think i have a cheese tumor on the backof my head
June 16th, 2008 at 7:06 pm
brooke — I’ve always thought “cheese tumor” was the most disgusting ailment to have. We must never mix brain with food, and for that matter, never eat brain AS food (see rubber band post).
June 17th, 2008 at 7:42 pm
it was just two odd shaped bones on the back of my head
June 17th, 2008 at 8:40 pm
how many more days until she can blow her nose
June 18th, 2008 at 4:02 am
brooke — She can blow her nose on June 26th.
June 18th, 2008 at 7:34 am
8 more days Amy
June 19th, 2008 at 4:21 am
brooke — And now only 7!
June 19th, 2008 at 6:07 am
Hello Kathy, thanks for your entrecard drop at my blogsite. I found this post very hilarious. You wrote this post in a very entertaining way. I’ll pray for your niece’s quick recovery.
tasha’s last blog post..14. Making Love
June 20th, 2008 at 7:51 pm
tasha — Glad you dropped by, and thank you for the compliment! Amy doing well, thanks for your good wishes. She doesn’t have long to go now. Yea!
June 22nd, 2008 at 4:13 pm
Poor Amy! Hope she has a speedy, safe recovery! Nice blog, btw
La Pensive’s last blog post..Firefox, we love you!
June 29th, 2008 at 6:01 pm
amy who really wants to blow her nose- you can blow now right and if u can how many times did u blow ur nose
July 1st, 2008 at 7:12 pm
La Pensive — Her recovery was amazing. She’s doing very well now and has been preparing for The Big Blow!
brooke — I talked to her Sunday and she hasn’t actually blown yet. There are some preparations. She’s taking it slowly.