Sometimes it is necessary to make a decision in the interest of self-preservation. The reality of such decisions is that it can be a difficult decision. Sometimes, however, the answer is glaringly obvious. So it is with my decision to return to a skilled nursing facility. I know it is the right decision, the only decision that makes sense. Losing my foot is not an option I wish to consider, but it is a disturbing reality. I have been fighting with wounds on my feet for the past 5 years. On my right foot for about 3 of those years. For the most part, it has remained at it's status quo for the majority of the time. Open wound, wound care, some healing, undermining, debriding, dressing, wait a week repeat.
It has been a long and frustrating time as the wound showed little signs of healing as I was unable to stay off of it. So finally, had to lose a small bone from my foot. The surgeon also performed a radial graft, and for a moment, the wound looked great....
Until it didn't.... (four days later)
Update: The appointment went well! Both the podiatrist and I were pleased and surprised at how different the wound looked after only a week. I still may have to be here a month, but at least I know that it is possible for me to walk out of here at the end of this.
