[Marilyn]

Today I visited the doctor, and he took the bandage off my left hand. He said that I'm doing really good!! I asked him about the two fingers on my right hand that are still kinda numb/prickly, and he said that this is to be expected and once all is healed will go away. He said it should be gone within 4 to 6 weeks. He also said that my hands will continue to heal and adjust to the surgery over the next six months. I should see progressive improvement.

The cut on my left wrist is a bit red and tender, but now that the air can get to it, I know that in a couple of days it will be healing nicely.

I have friends who had the open carpal tunnel release where they cut from your wrist to your palm, and they have scars and tell of longer healing times. My hands look good and the skin healing will be over very quickly.

It will take time for my hands to return to total normal function though. I can't squeeze very hard, like to squeeze out a sponge. Have to be careful pulling or pushing on things and can't lift much yet.

My carpal tunnel symptoms have almost completely gone. No longer am I waking up at night with my arm(s) numb. I can wash my hair without my hands going numb. It's sooo nice.

I'm thinking in a couple of weeks, I should be in pretty good shape.

Overall, this has not been a bad experience at all. Inconvenient, yes, but actually pretty easy.

The yorkies need a good brushing and bath, but that will have to wait a little longer.

Just wanted to report on all of this since some of you are experiencing some of the same symptoms that I was. If anyone has any questions, please ask. You can pm me if you wish.

Thank you all for your kind thoughts and prayers going through this. By the way, typing is not a problem now, so hopefully I can finally catchup with all of you!!!