Hello - I am feeling much better, voice still weak but coming back. I'm healing nicely. My first appointment with endocrinologist is at the end of the month so I will know more then if anything else needs to be done. I have learned more through this support group than any medical professional and am grateful for that. I do have a helpful hint for post surgery comfort. When I needed to use my arms to lift my head and couldn't turn my neck I purchased one of those neck pillows (like you see at the airport), but more on the square side. It became invaluable to me. It was immediate comfort not having to work hard at keeping my head up and my neck was supported comfortably. I hope this is of help for someone else. Thank you all!