Our thoughts and best wishes to your wife's recovery, Tom. It should be routine and she'll be feeling better for it. Let her know your cohorts here are all thinking of her.
And I personally hope your cat has good news and also see through it all. I'm a recent cat owner, after many years allergic. But for some miracle, I am not allergic to my 2 cats. They are a daily joy, and know the love and attachment for any pet. May your's be able to continue to purr for you.
This has been a tough and trying year. But don't throw in the towel. Karma has a way of helping those in need. I wouldn't have believed that until this month. You'll see, stay positive and it'll be fine.