06/16/20 - Daniel, Mary Ann and I left for Philadelphia at 6:30 am for a 9 am appointment with Dr. Wilson.  We had the consultation and it was determined that I should also have an x-ray of the ankle, foot and chest.  I did fall on 5/30 at home.  All of a sudden, the leg went totally numb and I hit the side of my foot so it swelled up and now the 4th and little got black and blue but I do have range of motion.  Not real sure why the chest x-ray.  After the consult, Mary Ann and I went down to the radiology department to get ready for the biopsy.  Since my mobility is so limited, they determined that I could actullay have the biopsy in the chair.  I was so glad that I did not have to move.  They took some samples and the pathologist came and inspected them to make sure they were good enough.  She then continued to take six more samples to give the pathologist enough to make a diagnosis. Off to x-ray.  She was able to take a picture of the ankle and foot in the chair but we had to figure something out for the chest and we finally got it accomplished.  Mary Ann helped dress me and we were off to find some lunch.  Of course, we did a drive through and then we headed for home.  We got back around 4:.00 pm.

I have been in my favorite recliner since then.  Christina has arrived to sit with me.  We will have dinner and she will put me to bed.  She surprised me with strawberry milk shake so I won't be eating alot of lasagna that Christina brought over.  Now, of course, we are in a waiting period for the results in a week and up to 10 days.

For the medical personnel in my family, Dr. Wilson stated that he feels that the diagnosis will probably be either carcinoma or lymphoma.  We will wait and see.

06/10/20 - Today was a little bit traumatic for me so I will try to put it in words so my friends and family will know what is happening.  Deborah and I left the house at 7:20 am for a 7:45 am MRI appointment.  When I was prepped for the MRI, I had to lie on my back and then they stretched the leg.  I don't do well on my back and of course the leg started to give me excruciating pain and then it radiated to my back and I had been told that is was a 45 minute test.  They put a cushion like thing to my back but it did not help.  I was told not to move or they could not complete the MRI.  I tried all kinds of breathing methods but ended up hyperventilating and I could not take it anymore when the gentleman told me that the first part of the test was done and now he would put the dye in my vein when he also told me that my breathing was out of control.  I then refused the dye because he felt the images were good enough for the doctor to get a diagnosis.  We quit the test.  Deborah and I got home at 9:15 am and I was wore out.  So, of course ended up in the chair all day until my appointment with the orthro doctor to get the results of the MRI.

The MRI shows a large soft tissue mass on top of my femur and actually goes into part of my pelvis.  Also, showed a non displaced fracture of the femur that is ruled pathologic.  Therefore, I now can not put any weight on that leg so Deborah is going to try and teach me to use a walker.

I have now been referred to orthopedic oncologist in Philadelphia which is between an hour and half to two hours away.  Not sure when I will hear from the doctor's office but will try to be a little aggressive to get started on the treatment.  So back in the recliner I go for most of the time except for times I have to use the walker. 

06/04/20   - I need to insert this message before my very last post but don't know how to insert so will just add information.  On 5/27, I finally gave up and went to the ER because I could not get into any primary care office because I would be a new patient. I got a referral to orthopedics and also a referral for a primary care.  The ER felt I had torn a muscle but would need an MRI to actually find out what is going on.

06/04/20 - I had my orthopedic referral consultation visit and learned that I needed to get some lab work because I am scheduled for a MRI with and without contrast next week.  The doctor is looking for a fatty tumor, plain tumor or mass.  Will keep you informed.

5/27/20 - Today, I took the car to a gentleman to see if he can put my old controls on the new car and I need the 3rd brake light fixed and windshield wipers.  When we got there, the gentleman wasn't there but we told the co-worker what we needed so I am hoping for the best.  I then rode along with my brother since he had errands to run.

05/26/20 - I am finally out of quarantine in the state of Delaware.  On 5/22, my brother Daniel and I went to the DMV to get Delaware plates.  They have a state inspection and I failed since I needed windshield wipers and the 3rd brake light in the back was not working.  So I got a temporary license until I can get things repaired. 

5/24, I was able to enjoy a Sunday lunch with my brother Daniel and his wife Mary Ann.  My niece Deborah also was there. 

5/25, My niece Christina and her husband Jesse had a family gathering for Memorial Day.  Jesse smoked and barbequed pork ribs and a pork butt to make pulled pork.  It was delicious.  Everyone contributed to the rest of the picnic.

Today, I worked on trying to find a family doctor who would take a new patient since my leg is not getting any better and I need to do something since I am so tired of the pain and discomfort.  Well, no one is taking new patients until September!  I finally gave up and went to the ER.  I was examined and they determined that it was not the sciatic nerve because the pain is on the top and side of the thigh but he felt I have torn the big muscle and was kinda determined that I must have had an injury but I don't recall anything like that and I explained that the pain was a gradually pain and not a sudden pain.  Anyway, now I have a referral to an orthopedic physician so I can get an MR I to see how extensive the tear is and where the tear is as well.  Also, they are looking at maybe some physical therapy so who knows.  One day at a time.  I also got a number to call to find a family physician who is taking new patients.  I got some medication to hopefully relieve some of the discomfort and pain while I wait for the next phase of my treatment.  Now, sitting in the lazy boy relaxing and going to play a few games on the computer.

05/14/20 - I have been self quarantining since I got to Delaware because of flying.  So far everything is going good except I am still having alot of pain in my leg but Deborah has been helping me with different excerices and I believe that is actually helping.  I am not in as much pain but still can not walk very far or stand before I have to sit down.  I absolutely hate it that I can't seemingly get better.

Tonight, I was invited for a dinner around the fire pit and since it was outside and I was definitely doing the social distancing, I enjoyed a meal of hamburger, baked beans, potato salad, grilled asparagus.  Everything was delicious.  I have attached a picture:

                              Christina (niece), her daughter Charis and my brother Daniel