I am in the ER UPDATE I'm home WITH my toes intact THANK YOU for ALL the good vibes!!!

[Omaha Steve]

Last edited Tue Sep 12, 2023, 09:55 PM - Edit history (1)

I have two toes on my right foot that have black tips. I couldn't get in to see my doctor. I went to an emergicare and they sent me to the ER. They said be prepared I could lose parts of the BIG and second toes. After sitting in the waiting room a couple hours I got to see the ER doctor. I have clots. But I have good circulation. He is sending me to a vascular surgeon. He thinks I will keep the toes intact. I'm sorry I worried everybody.

Note that an in-law lost two toes to diabetes about four months ago. Original post below.

OS



Looks like I will lose parts of 2 toes. Diabetes. I'm going offline for a while.

OS

[Wounded Bear]

1. Damn, sorry to hear that! Best wishes to you...

[Hekate]

2. Steve, we will all be pulling for you. Thanks for letting your DU family know. Hugs...

[Ilsa]

3. Hang in there. I hope that is all that is needed to be removed.

[LuckyCharms]

4. So sorry, Steve.

[2naSalit]

5. Oh dear!

Sending best wishes and healing vibes. I hope all goes well as it were.

Will be watching for your return.

[niyad]

6. Holding you in light and love. Your DU family is here for you. Lean as hard as

you need.

[highplainsdem]

7. I'm so sorry, Steve. Healing vibes and prayers for you, and hugs.

[samplegirl]

8. Sending you

healing wishes.

[XanaDUer2]

9. I'm sorry nt

[ms liberty]

10. So sorry to hear this! Take care of yourself

And we are all sending love and healing vibes to you

[ms liberty]

11. So sorry to hear this! Take care of yourself

And we are all sending love and healing vibes to you

[pwb]

12. Ah shit !

Look forward to your return. Peace to you.

[LoisB]

13. I am so sorry to hear this. Take care of yourself. We will be here when you come back.

[Raine]

14. Sending you good healing vibes. 💕 nt

[happybird]

15. Sending you love

[Karadeniz]

16. Very sad to hear this! Just do whatever needs to be done. Sending loving thoughts to you....

[OAITW r.2.0]

17. Wow, sorry to read this.

Hope you have a quick recovery,

[hunter]

18. Take care of yourself first.

[sinkingfeeling]

19. Very sorry to read this. Here's to a quick and

total recovery.

[chillfactor]

20. Dang it! So sorry to hear that.

You will be so missed while you are offline. Will be sending prayers your way to heal quickly.

HUGS

[yardwork]

21. I'm so sorry. Take good care.

[LetMyPeopleVote]

22. I am sorry

Take care and be careful. A good friend in the Texas Democratic Party and one of my former secretaries have lost toes to diabetes and/or one of their feet

[Lucid Dreamer]

23. Steve, I hope you know there are many people here hoping for the best.

I am wishing for a successful recovery.

[japple]

24. Sending healing energies in your direction. Do the best you can. Stay positive.

As my late mother always said: eat your green leafies and stay regular. Peace & love~~~

[TexasTowelie]

25. I'm sorry to hear that.

I'm also concerned about you since that was the original scenario that I faced when I had my leg amputated. Unfortunately during surgery the physicians found that the infection had spread throughout my foot much farther than they originally diagnosed. Good luck with the surgery.

[rurallib]

26. best wishes, Steve!

[yonder]

27. Sorry to hear this and hope for a quick recovery.

[Easterncedar]

28. Very sorry to hear it.

You are so much a part of this good place and will be missed. Heal up soon. Love and peace.

[Aristus]

29. Oh, Steve.

I wish I could come visit you. See that you're getting good care.

[honest.abe]

30. Sorry to hear this Steve.

Hoping the best for you and fast recovery. We need you here!

[SCRUBDASHRUB]

31. Prayers for a speedy recovery.

[UpInArms]

32. Take care of you

[ProudMNDemocrat]

33. Take care, OS....

You got this.

[spanone]

34. BEST WISHES OS!!!!

[AltairIV]

35. Sorry to hear this.

I'm sorry to hear this, stay strong and take care of yourself. Best of luck to you.

[Alliepoo]

36. I'm so sorry that you're going through this.

Sending you all kinds of good vibes and good wishes for healing. Your DU family loves you and we’re here for you.

[redwitch]

37. I'm sorry Steve! Diabetes sucks.

We’ll be here when you get back.

[dem4decades]

38. Sorry, but don't be gone too long. We'll miss you.

[diva77]

39. So very very sorry, Omaha Steve.

I hope you will heal quickly and avoid being in pain and any further need for surgery.



You've probably checked this site out before, but if not, I hope you will find something helpful here:

https://diabetes.org/

[NowISeetheLight]

40. Sad To Hear

Diabetes is a nightmare. I'm on Jardiance and Glipizide and Metformin for years and couldn't get my A1C down. Had to quit Metformin because off all the GI side effects.
Went on Ozempic about six months ago and I'm down from 10 last year to 6.9 a few months ago. They were talking insulin before that. It's been a miracle drug.

I had a couple years where I took celebrrex for peripheral neuropathy. I still have issues. Having worked in hospitals I'd read charts where patients had diabetes related surgeries. They always scared me.

I really hope you do OK.

[GarColga]

50. Ozempic!

My doctor at the VA prescribed Ozempic for me about 6 months ago, I was diagnosed with Type II Diabetes in 2013. My A1C was nearly always in the 8 point something range, and she was talking insulin. Three months ago my A1C was 7.2 and I had labs done before a doctor's appointment this morning - my A1C is now 5.8! Plus I'm losing weight like crazy.

[NowISeetheLight]

77. VA

I'm 100% with VA so they're my primary healthcare. They had a diabetic pharmacist doctor PharmD start handling my meds. She's been awesome and it's really helped. Ozempic has been a game changer. Every month the Styrofoam cooler shows up at my door with the injector pen.

[cayugafalls]

41. Sending you best wishes OS, you are one of DU's best! Get well...

Get well!

[Diamond_Dog]

42. Take care, Steve

Sending good vibes and healing thoughts.

[Grasswire2]

43. I lost part of a big toe a few years ago.

Don't miss it at all! No hospital stay, just the surgery and home after a few hours.

So here's hoping your experience will be as brief.

[calimary]

44. Awwww, I'm sorry to hear that, Omaha Steve.

Just try to keep yourself rested and as unstressed as possible (under the circumstances).

This too shall pass.

[blm]

45. 💐💐

[blogslug]

46. Oh, Steve I'm so sorry

My heart is with you. ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[BigmanPigman]

47. Oh no!

That has happened to three people I know with diabetes. One had toe spreaders put in between the missing toes and it helped.

My thoughts are with you.

[AllaN01Bear]

48. eek.

[hlthe2b]

49. Ohh, Steve, I'm so very sorry, but know you will take this in stride. I hope for your ready recovery

and to see you back on DU as soon as you feel up to it. In the meantime, my very best wishes coming your way.

And, you might keep in mind that Deion Sanders (Coach Prime) had two toes amputated just a few weeks back (his problem was blood clots) and is obviously feeling well enough to be the talk of the NCAA football world albeit "running" a bit slower than his players--as one might surely expect

[dlk]

51. So sorry for the rough situation.

Wishing you all the best.

[iluvtennis]

52. Sending positive vibes your way. n/t

[AmBlue]

53. Feel better soon!

So sorry to hear this. Update us when you can and know our thoughts and very best wishes are with you.

[multigraincracker]

54. Best of luck to ya.

[Hermit-The-Prog]

55. Take care of yourself! We need you, but will muddle through for a while.

[mzmolly]

56. I'm sorry Steve.

Take care of yourself. You'll be missed.

[bluestarone]

57. Oh man, so sorry to hear this

BEST WISH'S Steve.

[Evolve Dammit]

58. Dammit I am so sorry to hear this. Best wishes for the days/weeks ahead. Sending all the best I can

[riverbendviewgal]

59. Sorry to hear this.

rest and get better.

[beveeheart]

60. Pulling for you for a quick recovery.

[sdfernando]

61. So sorry you are going through this Omaha

Please take care yourself f yourself
The entire DU family is by your side.

[Hotler]

62. Healing vibes ..... nt

[Hope22]

63. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

Take care and we’ll see you soon! Hugs and love to you. 💗💗

[TheBlackAdder]

64. Sending Positive Energy ⚡️ Your Way!

[Prairie_Seagull]

65. Sorry to hear Steve.

Bright side, 2 less nails to trim.

You got this.

[Faux pas]

66. Healing vibes

and good thoughts

[mahina]

67. Sending you aloha.

Good luck mate!

[duhneece]

68. I'm thinking of you and hoping you have a quick recovery

I’m sorry you have to go through this

[Elessar Zappa]

69. I'm thinking of you, Steve.

[appalachiablue]

70. Wishing you all the best, sorry to hear this. You have many supporters here, take good care.

[tavernier]

71. Recover quickly and come back soon.

You’ll be missed!

[debm55]

72. Omaha Steve, I am sending you good vibes and prayers. Love you.

[PlutosHeart]

73. So sorry Steve

Hang in and pleaser keep us posted.
Positive thoughts for you.

[jmbar2]

74. So sorry. Who will keep us in line?

Diabetes sucks. I hope it goes as well as can be expected, given the circumstances.

[Naio]

75. All the best Steve and wishing you a speedy recovery.

[malaise]

76. Damn

Get home soon and heal

[AuntieKatie]

78. Healing vibes to you!

[gademocrat7]

79. So sorry OS

Take care

[emulatorloo]

80. Best wishes, hang in there.

[markie]

81. sending positive thoughts your way...

take care

[TygrBright]

82. Holding you in my heart, Steve. n/t

[Mr.Bill]

83. Get well soon,

we will miss you here.

[Marthe48]

84. I am sending healing thoughts

We're here for you

[senseandsensibility]

85. I am so sorry Omaha Steve

Hoping for a miracle! You should know that you are very appreciated here.

[Wild blueberry]

86. Best wishes

Good healing. You have all of us with you.

[Niagara]

87. Sending healing vibes and best wishes.

We’re here with you for support, OS.





Thank you for all your hard work right here on DU.

[Spazito]

88. I'm sorry to you have to go through this...

Sending only positive thoughts to you and hoping you have a quick and complete recovery.

[BootinUp]

89. Healing thoughts. nt

[SharonClark]

90. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[Wingus Dingus]

91. Get well soon Steve!

[Mz Pip]

92. So sorry

Diabetes is a horrible disease. My thoughts are with you. Heal quickly.

[Grumpy Old Guy]

93. Please keep us posted.

Our thoughts are with you.

[BumRushDaShow]

94. Aww man.... (((hugs)))

Sending you healing thoughts, that DU energy, and hoping you recover quickly.

[electric_blue68]

95. Oh, dang! Very sorry to hear. A safe surgery, and full quick recovery!

[irisblue]

96. Best wishes OS

[ismnotwasm]

97. I am so sorry!

I wish you as much healing as you need. Take care

[Bettie]

98. Sorry to hear that Steve

hoping you are feeling better soon.

[MLAA]

99. Sending you healing vibes.

[Hekate]

100. Great news update!

🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺

[blogslug]

101. Yay!

I hope it all goes fast, easy and well

[spanone]

102. !!!!GREAT NEWS!!!!!

[Spazito]

103. I am so happy for you!

That is very good news!

[wendyb-NC]

104. Oh no, that sucks

Sending good vibes and lift you up for healing. Keep in touch a little at least. I will miss your regular posts. You need to do what you need to get your health in balance. Hope you won't loose any of your toes, rest up, I hope the vascular guy works miracles for you. Get better soon. Peace and Blessings.

[Raine]

105. WONDERFUL news ... THANKS so much for the update

All the love, good vibes, wishes and thoughts worked ... hurray!!!

[highplainsdem]

106. Just read your update! What fantastic news!

More healing vibes and prayers that the treatment from the vascular surgeon will go perfectly.

[ornotna]

107. Thanks for the update Steve

Great news! That has to be a load off your mind.

[usonian]

108. All ten piggies are going to kick GOP ass!

Just wear safety shoes when you do so.
So glad that you are going to remain mostly intact.

[niyad]

109. Excellent news! Healing vibes continuing your way until cleared by your

vascular surgeon. Please take good care of yourself.

[Bluethroughu]

110. I hope you get well quickly and manage that diabetes

Well enough, to not have this happen ever again.

[herding cats]

111. I'm so happy to hear this should be ok!

The big toe is a tough one to have issues with. I want you to know you're in my thoughts.

[pansypoo53219]

112. shoes kill feet. i have been barefoot all year in wi since 2000. been a lifelong barefooter.

my circulation + sensitivity is amazing.

[liberalla]

113. I'm so happy to read the change in prognosis -- Sounding so much more positive!

Will keep sending healing vibes!

[littlemissmartypants]

114. We love you. I hope all goes well with the vascular surgeon. ❤️

[DFW]

115. I didn't see any of the previous posts about this

I’m glad the first one I did see had the best news!

[murielm99]

116. I am sorry.

My brother lost his big toe this way. Take care and feel better soon.

[BumRushDaShow]

117. THANKS FOR THE UPDATE AND GOOD NEWS!!

Still sending those healing vibes and hoping this gets resolved quickly!!!

[ProfessorGAC]

118. Well, That's A Bit Better News

Hang in there Steve.

[Maeve]

119. Thank you for the update and take care!

You are a vital part of DU--we want you to stay that way for a long time yet!

[electric_blue68]

120. Great to wake up to Good News! And good luck for...

improving your situation. 👍

[AmBlue]

121. Glad from the good news!

Please keep us posted!

[Marthe48]

122. Extremely good news!

and I sure needed to hear you did better than you expected! Be nice to yourself!

[Niagara]

123. Glad to hear that your ER UPDATE has changed for the better.

Please continue to keep us updated about the vascular surgeon when you can.

[JohnSJ]

124. Sorry what you are going through. Hope they can be saved

[True Blue American]

125. Good news. I know they can perform miracles today.

I am glad for you!

In June I was in the hospital, not able to breathe. They found low sodium. Pumped me full of sodium, within 3 days I was getting better, dismissed after 7 days. On medication to heal my heard.

Clean EKG last week. Cardiologist.told me to drink more fruit juices than water, eat plenty of salt. He would see me in a year! I still go to FAMILY Doctor.

So glad you are much better,too. j

[JohnSJ]

136. I am glad things are going well for you, but I don't think your post was meant for me?

[True Blue American]

142. It wasn't. Just

General observation of modern medical cures. Positive thoughts!

[JohnSJ]

143. +++

[Hortensis]

126. Sorry, Omaha, but glad you're home and being taken care of.

[Donkees]

127. Maybe it's related to your Labor Day parade events ...

(similar to blood blisters that turn black)

Wishing You a Speedy Recovery

[DownriverDem]

128. So happy for you

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My brother had circulation problems and lost his right leg above his knee. it's been determined that the lack of circulation is due to agent orange exposure.

[KPN]

129. Thanks for the update Steve, even though I missed the original post. Sounds like

darn good news. Must have been quite the scare waiting around to see the ER doctor. Hopefully, all goes as well and as projected. We'll be sending good vibes.

[LiberalFighter]

130. Better news than yesterday.

[GoneOffShore]

131. Good luck!

[Hotler]

132. An Orthopedic Surgeon Explains Why Deion Sanders Had to Have 2 Toes Amputated

https://people.com/health/an-orthopedic-surgeon-on-why-deion-sanders-had-2-toes-amputated/

The traumatic experience began a few weeks after Sanders underwent routine surgery in September to fix a dislocated toe and inflamed nerve. A few weeks after the surgery, his big left toe and second toe started turning black.


Sports tidbit; Dion Sanders the only pro athlete to hit a MLB home run and score a NFL touch down in the same week.

Heal fast and be well.

[peggysue2]

133. So sorry to hear this, Steve

My husband is diabetic. Terrible disease with all sorts of ramifications for a person's overall health over time.

Stay strong and get well soon. Sending good vibes and blessings in your direction.

[hamsterjill]

134. Take care of yourself, Steve.

Sending a huge hug and wishes for good news from the vascular surgeon.

[pandr32]

135. That is wonderful you are home and ok.

[stage left]

137. I'm so glad.

That you will keep your toes. I'm a diabetic, too, and that's always something to be feared. I've worn compression hose for years now.

[Jarqui]

138. Don't fool around with the infection.

If something changes, you get on it immediately.

My buddy in Florida just buried his wonderful (diabetic) wife. Black toes turned into sepsis and killed her.
She resisted treatment due to onset of some dementia. The delay was fatal.

Sorry for the harsh words. The wound of the ordeal is still fresh.
I do not care to see anyone else go through it.

[crickets]

139. I am so sorry to hear you're going through this, OS.

Please take all the time you need to take care of yourself. Feel better soon.

[senseandsensibility]

140. So happy to hear that! I didn't want to jinx

it, but when I said above that I was hoping for a miracle, I had a feeling that this might happen. I know you're not out of the woods. Take care of yourself.

[C Moon]

141. Oh my god! Please be well, OS!!

[honest.abe]

144. Fantastic!

Maybe all our good wishes helped!

[Demsrule86]

145. Steve...best wishes and prayers...all good things for you...I wish you the best!