My pelvis is broken. You can see one of the breaks in the photo above (I asked for a copy of my films). See that clear line in my bone, surrounded by a big white area? Yup, fracture. Also my whole hip/leg is completely swollen thanks to the edema (bleeding) in the area. I had no idea...I don't have any external bruising...maybe it's because I have had a compression bandage the past few days? According to the radiologist I broke my inferior and superior pelvic ramus. That means that two bones--complete fracture. The radiologist thinks it was a stress fracture before the marathon, and the clean fracture happened during the race. He couldn't believe that I ran the marathon. He said that he has only seen this type of fracture in car crash victims. I don't know anything else right now--I will see my doc tomorrow. What's scary is that the doc said this isn't supposed to happen to people my age, and I should get a bone density scan. All I know is I am F*CKED. Sorry to use that language, but I think it is warranted here. Since my roomates suck and haven't asked me once if there is anything they can do to help, even as they see me crying just trying to get a glass of water, I am moving in with some friends for a few days. I don't think it has emotionally hit me yet, as I keep cracking jokes about it. I just feel really out of it and nauseous. I'll update you when I hear more.
That does suck, and I'm sorry to hear that. Also sucks that your roommates suck, but thank goodness for caring friends to help you out. We'll be thinking about you.
ReplyDeleteI won't even make any references to the episode of The Office where Michael hits Merideth with his car and she breaks her pelvis and then she asks Jim to sign her cast. Not even to make you smile. Nope, not a word.
Holy Crap is right!! I'm so sorry! I'll send healing thoughts your way. I'm glad you'll have friends around to give you some TLC. And when all else fails, try using the VITALS method (Vicodin, Ice, TV, Alcohol, Lunesta, Sleep). Take care of yourself!!
ReplyDeleteHaha Allison I love the VITALS method. I actually plan to drink heavily tonight. As much as my roommates suck, my friends rock!
ReplyDeleteI'm sitting here just shaking my head in disbelief. I can't decide if I'm more amazed by the nature of your injury or that you actually ran a marathon on it. Unbelievable either way.
ReplyDeleteI'm overnight Fed-Ex'ing all my good thoughts and well wishes your way.
Gosh F.L., I knew you were a tough girl, but pelvic fractures in two separate places. Jeez! I'm so sorry about your injuries. Here's hoping you heal quickly from your injuries.
ReplyDeleteAnd like we talked about, please get the bone density scan and the hormones checked...
If there's any additional info or help I can provide, you know where to ask.
Here's to a speedy recovery. I'm pulling hard for you!
Holy crap is somewhat of an understatement, I have to admire your reserve!
ReplyDeleteAs a late, late entry I think your going to sweep the boards at the 2007 World's Toughest Chick Awards!
I am sorry to hear you have such crappy room-mates, I guess they forgot the "mate" bit!
Get well soon...we're transmitting healing rays from the West Coast to you!
You really are a tough cooky! All my prayers to you for a quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness!!! That was definitely not what I was expecting to hear after your marathon. Best of luck for a speedy recovery!
ReplyDeleteI've been just cringing reading these posts. You are just amazing to be able to finish a marathon in that condition (and yes, a bit crazy). I certainly hope your recovery goes well.
ReplyDeletefrayed ... i cannot believe this!! i am sending good thoughts your way - take care of yourself - you crazy girl, who finishes a marathon with a stress fracture! holy crap! you are one tough chick.
ReplyDeletefrayed ... i cannot believe this!! i am sending good thoughts your way - take care of yourself - you crazy girl, who finishes a marathon with a stress fracture! holy crap! you are one tough chick.
ReplyDeleteYou really are a tough cooky! All my prayers to you for a quick recovery.
ReplyDeleteThat does suck, and I'm sorry to hear that. Also sucks that your roommates suck, but thank goodness for caring friends to help you out. We'll be thinking about you.
ReplyDeleteI won't even make any references to the episode of The Office where Michael hits Merideth with his car and she breaks her pelvis and then she asks Jim to sign her cast. Not even to make you smile. Nope, not a word.