My Left Leg Was Amputated

by TOTH 35 Replies latest jw friends

  • TOTH
    TOTH

    Hello everyone. I have been out of commission for several weeks. Back around the first of the year I developed an infection in my left foot. Due to diabetes and poor circulation the doctors were unable to save my foot and so I received a below the knee amputation. It has been a struggle but I am finally going to be fitted with a prosthesis next week and I will be on my feet and back to it soon.

    I am wondering if there are any other amputees here on the board that may be willing to share their experiences with me so I can have an idea of how things may go as time progresses. An exchange of information may benefit all who participate.

  • wasblind
    wasblind

    Glad to know your gettin' along ok TOTH

  • Quandry
    Quandry

    Glad you are back...I have both legs so don't have advice other than keep up the positive attitude and you'll be walking soon!

  • notjustyet
    notjustyet

    Sorry to hear about that,.. hang in there.

    NJY

  • slimboyfat
    slimboyfat

    That is a tough break. But you seem to have a good attitude. I wish you all the best.

  • BluesBrother
    BluesBrother

    Hi TOTH.....I am not an amputee, but I just wanted to welcome you back and add my best wishes for your full recovery . It must be hell to face that.

  • sooner7nc
    sooner7nc

    Wishing you the best TOTH.

  • smiddy
    smiddy

    Sorry to hear that TOTH.I hope things continue to get better .Take care.

  • moshe
    moshe

    You seem to be getting good medical care-- and that means you will have good recovery. Being handicapped won't stop you from enjoying life- and you can now go to the head of the line on those rides at Disney World- look at all the time you will save. Good luck.

  • THE GLADIATOR
    THE GLADIATOR

    TOTH I can't begin to imagine what it is like to have to adjust to such a loss.

    Hope that you get used to the prosthesis when it arrives and are able to get back to your normal routine.

    My thoughts are with you.

    Trevor

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