Well, wow, that was some to-do. Went for op on Monday 4th October at 7am. Tried to give me epidural but failed, so went under general anaesthetic at 10am. Came round after op at 1400pm. Then it all went slightly wrong!!
A side effect for the operation suddenly hit me, a total shutdown of my digestive system which backed up to my stomach. Trafford General are an operating hospital only now, they contacted Wythenshawe, but needed High Dependency beds, no spaces. One was available at Manchester Royal Infirmary, so I was finally moved by ambulance at 0030am, on my birthday. I was very well looked after by MRI and finally moved onto a general ward a few days later. I reached many low points during my stay. I still carry the memory of messing my bed, crying and saying I want to go home. A nurse sat with me and comforted my with her arm around me, saying it was nothing they had never dealt with before. I cannot underestimate the value of the care I have received from our dear NHS. On Monday after 1 week I felt better, and started my physiotherapy to get me back on my feet.
During my stay in hospital I was able to use Radio Robins and our sites, to stay in touch. I also picked up I had a mention during half time, and heard Brian talking about me on Radio Robins.
Never before has the Alty family ever been so important to me, it lifted my spirits during my low points, and cheered me up immensely. My foster daughters were taken to the match by Carys my wife, and I heard them singing in the main stand with the other under 10's girls. Brian even pointed it out during his commentary.
Finally released from hospital last Wednesday, 13th October, after a record 9 day hospital stay. I am now recuperating at home. The repair job and recovery is very slow but I am taking things a little step at a time. I will listen in this afternoon, and I wish everyone at Alty all the best wishes. Lacie has gone off to play football for the Under 10's v Timperley.
I have come out of this a much wiser man, look after your health everybody, it is important to you, and things can change in an instant.
Fondest regards
Steve from Sale
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