Ed Kennell 35,773 #26 Posted October 17, 2017 We're all pulling for you Jim. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,782 #27 Posted October 17, 2017 (edited) hope all goes well & keep the spirits up Jimmy D! Edited October 17, 2017 by WHX12 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cafoose 3,148 #28 Posted October 17, 2017 4 hours ago, 953 nut said: Dear Lord, Jim DeLong has a medical condition that needs your divine intercession. Please guide the surgeon's hands to be steady and effective to do the task at hand, and not create any further damage We pray against any infection or complications. Calm the heart of his family. Give Jim your peace so his body can heal under the best conditions. In the name of Jesus, bless Jim to be healthier after this procedure than before. Lord allow this temporary trial to bring this family closer to you and each other. When he is coming out of surgery, let the side effects be minimal. Work a miracle in this whole situation and bless it from beginning to end. Thank you Lord for your blessing on this family. We praise you as we know we are in good hands- the very hands of God. In Jesus name, we thank you for each day. Amen. Amen agreed in Jesus name 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldlineman 1,450 #29 Posted October 17, 2017 Although I don't know you personally, I do feel I know you through this form.We serve a great GOD and through Jesus we can ask for his help in times like these. 953 Nut said it very well, that all things are possible through our savior Jesus Christ.Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary,They shall walk and not faint, Isaiah 40:31. God speed and a quick recovery. Bob 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,230 #30 Posted October 17, 2017 Holy Cow Jim !!! When will you ever just get to sit in a lawn chair and Skype again. My prayers with you Mate. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tunahead72 2,341 #31 Posted October 17, 2017 Jim, I kept waiting for the punch line, but I guess there isn't one. Good luck man, it sounds like you're in good hands, we'll be thinking of you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougC 2,641 #32 Posted October 17, 2017 Jim, in 2011 I went through a biopsy of the liver, something I really didn't want to go through. With the results of that I was able to be cured of the Hep.C virus that had been eating away at my liver for over 25 years. Best decision I ever made. I hope you also have a positive result from your procedure my friend. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elcamino/wheelhorse 9,047 #33 Posted October 17, 2017 I hope you have a speedy recovery and every thing works out. Make sure they don't leave any tools inside or you will be setting off airport alarms. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #34 Posted October 17, 2017 I'm sittin here with tears in my eyes being thankful for the wonderful people of this forum. I thank you all for your good wishes and especially the prayers. You have made me stronger just knowing you are with me in spirit. Thank you all, Jim D. 10 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SPINJIM 1,978 #35 Posted October 17, 2017 (edited) Cleveland Clinic is the best. I pray for the wisdom of the surgeons, and for your fast recovery. We'll all be thinking of you. Jim Edited October 19, 2017 by SPINJIM 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #36 Posted October 17, 2017 Good luck Jim and my wishes for a speedy and healthy recovery. My thoughts, as well as everyone else's here, are with you. Sounds like you're going to the best place for the procedure too. Steve 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daddy Don 891 #37 Posted October 17, 2017 Wish you the best and let us know how comes out. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #38 Posted October 17, 2017 Prayers for a successful outcome of the surgical procedure. Hopefully it will allow life for you and your family to get back to normal. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakota8338 115 #39 Posted October 22, 2017 Haven't noticed this one before, but we will say a special prayer for you and wish you a speedy recovery along with the others. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,942 #40 Posted October 23, 2017 Jim, I wish you the best. Praying the Lord's hands will be directing the surgeons and nurses as they perform your procedure. I pray for your recovery and hope you have plenty of rest and little pain. Take care my friend! Here is a blue thumbs up for you! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #41 Posted October 29, 2017 Jim wishing you the best! My father had a bout w cancer if the bile duct 7 years ago. Duct was removed and intestine tied directly into the liver. Liver had some cerosis, this is all due to having Hepatitis c. About 30 days post op he began collecting fluid on his abdomen. Approx 10 liters were removed every 10-15 days for 4-8 weeks via a shunt. Finally the surgeon recommended a procedure. A line was run from low pressure side of heart to the abdomen. A "primer" was used inline and installed by his hip. He would "prime" just like a small engine 2x a day while lying flat in bed. He pushed the button 10x to prime. Then the fluid would get pulled from abdomen thru heart and give his kidneys a chance to get nutrients from fluid and filter it out via urine. Crazy as it sounds worked! The pump was left in between 30-60 days. Dr said it could've been romeved aroubd 30 days. It gave the liver enough time to heal from surgery and chemo. I really thought my father was going to die. A year later they came w a cure for hepatitis c. $35000 month for 6 months. There were grants in place to cover the costs, we didn't have the $$$$. Today he's hepatitis free. His liver hasn't been this good in 20 years. And he's still here. I hope you're as lucky as my father was! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #42 Posted October 30, 2017 Well, the procedure has been scheduled for November 10th. See you all on the flip side. 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,278 #43 Posted October 30, 2017 Nancy and my prayers are still with you Jim. We'll see you at the big show next June. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #44 Posted October 30, 2017 10Nov is the USMC birthday - we got your back on this one...best of luck . Sarge 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,230 #45 Posted October 30, 2017 My prayers with you Mate. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
js5020 111 #46 Posted October 30, 2017 Hey Jim wish you well with the procedure and everything turns out as you hope for! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #47 Posted November 12, 2017 Well, I had the surgery yesterday and the Doctor told my wife and Sister that I came through it very well. He then went on to say that he was just as happy with how he did as how I did. So it appears it was a successful surgery. I woke up with a lot of and nausea in my abdomen . It subsided in the wee hours of the morning and I was finally able to get some sleep. Slept a lot actually even with the pain because I was just exhausted. They turned me loose this afternoon and I got home around 3:30 and went to bed for a few hours. There doesn't seem to be any confusion or other side effects other than a very dry mouth. A sip of water helps here and there. So again I thank you all for your support, good wishes and prayers. Prayer works folks. I firmly believe this. Thank you all again. 10 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,547 #48 Posted November 12, 2017 Well that's a great update! Your positive attitude is a huge plus! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrc 727 #49 Posted November 12, 2017 Jim, wishing you the best my wheelhorse brother! take care mike in mass. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #50 Posted November 12, 2017 I showed up late, but glad you made it through OK 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites