dogdoc Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 I've received a few PM's from long time members about my big decrease in posting for the last year or so I thought I'd give a run down on why. Some thought it might be b/c I was made a moderator that I don't post as much but this has nothing to do with my less time in here. About 2 years ago my wife developed a cyst on top of her head. It started out about the size of a quarter on the left side of her mid-scalp. The cyst ruptured and we went to a plastic surgeon to have it removed. The cyst was infected so after the infection was cleared up the cyst was removed. Everything went fine until it reappeared about 2 months later. This time it ruptured under the scalp and we were sent to a wound specialist. A 2nd surgery was done and during the surgery my wife contracted MRSA (a bad staph infection). After numerous surgeries and loads of antibiotics and 2 years later my wife's lesion finally healed. She lost 3/4 of her scalp on the left side and will never have hair where all the tissue was lost. It took a total of 23 surgeries and 3 skin grafts to get the lesion healed. Then about 3 weeks ago she started having intestinal problems and joint problems. After she was examined by her physician she was admitted into the hosptal for further tests. After a week in the hospital it was determined that she has lupus--an autoimmune disease that attacks tissues and organs in the body. All her joints are swollen and she is in a lot of pain. There is no cure for this disease but hopefully we can get it under control with medications and proper diet. So for the last 2 years I have pretty much been a single dad, nurse, and veterinarian. My two young daughters have handled this well and daddy is getting pretty darn good and putting in pony tails and painting nails:) My family is in for a tough time with this new diagnosis so if you can keep us in your thoughts and prayers the Mauldin's would really appreciate it!! todd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Dang Todd, I am so sorry to hear that. We're here for you bud. Prayers on the way for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unioncountyslayer Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 This is why I try to never speculate about why someone has been MIA for awhile. Your family is now in my family's prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
punkinslinger Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Wow...thoughts and prayers are with you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Sorry to hear this Todd, heck I didn't even know you were a moderator, just a title to me, don't really pay attention to who is but I do pay attention to people that need prayers. I pray that everything works out my friend and that proper diet and medications help your wife out. My family will keep your family in our prayers Todd. May God watch over your family and aid in whatever comfort you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 You and your family will definately be in our thoughts and prayers Todd .. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 About 1.5 years ago I drew Todd as my Christmas exchange partner and he told me about this. Ever since then Todd your wife has been included in my prayers. I have always wanted to know how she is doing but never dared to ask. I will continue as always to include her in my prayers and now I will include you as well. Good luck Ranger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 My heart and prayers go out to you and your family Todd. I've been there, I know what you're going through. Heather's gestational diabetes never went away after son #2 was born, and then she got rheumatoid arthritis with son #3. She was tested for lupus when her joints swelled up and got painful. and daddy is getting pretty darn good and putting in pony tails and painting nails:) That just about brings a tear to my eye, because I've been there too. Hang in there, let us know if we can do anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Sorry to hear this! I hope she is on the road to recovery to as good as it can get! I have a couple of friends that have lupus and they are hanging in there! Best of luck to all of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Andrea Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 So sorry Todd. My mother and sister have both been diagnosed with Lupus. Luckily they manage it pretty well with meds. But when my mother was first diagnosed she stayed in a LOT of pain. Couldn't even get out of bed most days. We were really afraid she might be like that for the rest of her life but nowadays she feels just fine.( Though some days aren't that great)I will keep your wife in my prayers that she will find the right combination of drugs and diet to help with her discomfort. Congrats on the ponytails Dad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnf Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Prayers sent for the whole family Doc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aksheephuntress Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 .........Gosh....Our family will be holding your family in our prayers. Your wife and daughters are fortunate to have a husband and father as strong as you. .Prayers for her strength and healing....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NS whitetail Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 you know we are all behind you Todd. I wish all the best for your wife and family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 very sorry to hear of all your families troubles, doc. prayers said for the whole family. i agree with tominator.. let us know if there is anything we can do. please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beagleboy Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 You are in our family prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archerjg Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Thoughts and prayers go out to your wife and your family. Archerjg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohiobucks Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Wow Todd, talk about alot to go through for your wife, you and the girls. We'll send prayers up for you and your family, stay strong buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Hey Doc, so sorry to hear about what your family is going through....prayers sent for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 WOW.. You are all in ours Prayers here Todd. My troubles seem so small all of a sudden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 You and your family are in my prayers, Todd. I don't keep up with a lot that goes on here at Realtree, but every now and then I click on a post that really touches the heart. As Buckee says, our problems seem small all of a sudden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuntnMa Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 my thougths and prayers are with you and your wife and the girls.... Hang in there..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Todd..you's are on our prayer list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 I am so sorry for what you and your wife and family must be going through. Will definitely have you in my prayers! I hope she gets some pain relief very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 Very sorry to hear all that Todd. My prayers go out to your family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texastrophies Posted March 8, 2008 Report Share Posted March 8, 2008 I am so sorry to hear about your wife's problems, Todd. But it sounds like you are getting her the best care possible and being a pretty good daddy to boot!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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