Varicocele

I went to the urologist several weeks ago and was told that I have Varicocele. Wikipedia defines Varicocele as "an abnormal enlargement of the veins in the scrotum draining the testicles. The testicular blood vessels originate in the abdomen and course down through the inguinal canal as part of the spermatic cord on their way to the testis. Up-ward flow of blood in the veins is ensured by small one-way valves that prevent backflow. Defective valves, or compression of the vein by a nearby structure, can cause dilatation of the veins near the testis, leading to the formation of a varicocele." Basically I had too much blood sitting in the scrotum stewing my sperm which results in malformation.

So last Tuesday I went in for corrective surgery to re-route that blood flow so my boys don't overheat. They made two incisions about 3" long right above and on both sides of my penis. From there they cut off the bad vein and used another to route the up flow of blood.

The surgery took about 2 hours and I went home that day. I spent the next 3 full days bedridden. Saturday was the first day I was able to really walk around without any pain. I tell you what...my boys were very swollen. The whole package was about he size of a large orange....which is quite large. Let's just say that I walk bow-legged because of it. LOL.

The pain was not that bad. But for three days it felt like I had been kicked there. There was some pain in the incisions but today they itch so that's a good sign. Means they are healing.

It will be at least three months before we are able to see any results but we are very hopeful. Will keep you informed.

Oh yeah saw Ironman last night. Good flick. Two testicles up.

Message from Kelly

Dear Family and Friends,

A few weeks ago I participated in the Komen 5k Race for the Cure in San Antonio. I walked with friends and family to commemorate Jake's Aunt Norma's 5 year anniversary of being a cancer survivor. It was so wonderful to be a part of that and to experience the great camaraderie. I was so moved that I decided that I wanted to do more, not only to show support, but to raise money for the fight. So after some research I have decided to participate in the Breast Cancer 3-Day here in Dallas November 7-9. For those of you unaware of this "race", I will walk 60 miles over the course of 3 days with thousands of other men and women. This is not a race for personal gain or glory, but rather a challenge. A challenge to raise $2,200 for Breast Cancer research in hopes of one day eradicating this horrible disease. Without a cure, one in eight women in the Unites States will continue to be diagnosed with breast cancer. That is why I am walking in the 3-Day, as everyone deserves a lifetime.

Breast cancer will touch all of our lives in one way or another. Whether it is my husband's aunt, who after 5 years is still fighting or a co-worker who is an 8 year survivor, we all are affected. Not only will I walk in their honor, but I will walk to hopefully protect my mom, my mother-in-laws, Margaret and Lydia, my sister-in-law, Clarissa, my aunts, my cousins, and all of my incredible friends.

I am so excited to have the opportunity to complete this challenge. If you would like to be a part of this experience with me, please help me to raise the money necessary to participate. You can give online at www.The3Day.org. Follow the "Donate Now" link to enter my name as a participant from Texas. You will then be connected to my personal fundraising web page and can make a donation. You can do a one time donation or you can spread it out over four months, using the payment plan option. Or feel free to call 800-996-3DAY to donate over the phone. I appreciate any support you are able to provide.

Please pray for me as I train through the hot summer months to prepare. Thanks you so much for helping me complete this goal. Together we can impact the future by supporting such a worthy cause.

Sincerely,

KG
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