Finger Update

Today is day 17 since the accident.
Been to the doctor 5 times since I've been back from Europe.


1-3rd doctor visits

• Must keep the hand elevated above the heart at all times. (that includes sleeping...)
• When showering, cover hand & wrist with plastic bags and tape the end to prevent water to seep through
• Must not raise heart rate...
• No physical activity. No running. No swimming. No walking the dog either.
  

4th doctor visit

• Took off the big bulgy cast.
  
• Stitches on the wrist were removed
• Must not bend wrist backwards. Wear support.
  
• Epidermitis on the finger. Removed top layer.
  
• No physical activity.
• Keep heart rate low.
  

5th doctor visit

• Change the dressings yourself.
  
• May get the finger wet.
  
• Must keep finger bandaged at all times except when showering.
• Change the dressing 1-2 times a day.
• No physical activity. (May take short walks around the park)
  
• Keep heart rate low.

Pictures from day 17. [7/20/2009]
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2. Nail is there. Should the finger grow to its normal length...in time?

3. That's a little...gross?

4.Wrist taped to prevent bacteria from entering.

5. Stubby... :(

6. Digusting...