My call did get thru this afternoon and S/L was in good spirits and feeling quite positive after seeing today's MRI scans. Medicine is not my area of expertise and no, I didn't stay at a Holiday Inn last night, so take my summary with a grain of salt.
Basically, it seems there is a [benign] tumor near S/L's ear. The right one if I recall. It is touching an area that has some hemorrhaging of a blood vessel. The question is whether it is a single problem or two different ones. The thinking seems to be leaning to the tumor as the cause but it is still being studied. S/L is very confident in both her doctors and her care. And, can clarify any errors I make in translating this medical stuff when she returns home and posts.
One fun event saveliberty related was a call from Surfer-Boy [Griff Jenkins] to check on how she was doing. He is a terrific guy and models many of the virtues he took from Tony Snow when he was Tony's radio producer.
Again, saveliberty wanted to make sure I thanked everybody who has been so comforting with thoughts and prayers. So:
Thank you, FReepers!
Thanks for the update.
I just had a lengthy phone conversation with save.. she is in great spirits despite the gravity of the situation.
. She may go home for a few days before surgery. It sounds like she has a wonderful team at Mass General who are on top of things & caring. Her parents are pretty upset & of course that is the parents job.. worry about your kiddos along the way
The tumor is of “significant” size. A hearing loss has already occurred & is possibly permanent. The internal bleeding is a concern. Her bosses at work have been unbelievably supportive & she is quite grateful
She appreciates everyone’s concern & prayers..