ICE and GAUZE were the prescription for the day ….

Irene had two rear molar extractions today …. one Superior and one Inferior, one directly on top of the other, as illustrated in the schematic below.

Chemotherapy, as part of the stem cell transplant process in June of 2007, created long term gum damage and chronic pain in the region.  Root canals or extractions are the only mitigation measures available.

The major challenge was this: Irene was unable to use any painkillers after the extractions because of allergic reactions.  Her body will not tolerate even the least amount of Tylenol or similar pain medication.

So, ICE and GAUZE were the only remedy.

Combining the procedure with unrelenting nausea made for a very long day …. and it would not be characterized as amiable.

Caminando con Fé

Dave