It has been almost 5 years since my Colon Surgery, with no sign of cancer returning.
I am due for my next Colonoscopy sometime in September. Hopefully all continues to go well.
Monday, July 29, 2019
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Feeling GREAT
My DR's review was yesterday. He said I am "good to go", with another review in six months. The cancer was only "stage two", therefore, no follow on medication necessary.
The surgery scars are healing nicely.
I am feeling GREAT!
The surgery scars are healing nicely.
I am feeling GREAT!
Friday, December 26, 2014
Status - Feeling Much Better
It is now (about) three weeks after my Colon Resection Surgery, I am now pain-free and have NOT taken Pain Med's for several days. I am still a little weak, but have climbed the 32 steps to my Loft Apartment several times, with only short rests after each assent. I have stayed a few days at my Loft, but mostly I stay at my Son's house without stairs.
I am hoping that my strength and endurance returns. The Doctors said: for six week after the surgery that I can NOT lift anything more than about 5 pounds , but he also said: "after six weeks you can lift 2000 pounds, if you want"! - That is good news, but I think I may not WANT!
I have appointments for surgery review, evaluation and maybe some more tests, they are scheduled after the first of the year.
Some good news, I have lost about 35 lbs during this ordeal - I hope I can keep the weight off, although I do not recommend this as a weight reduction method.
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I am hoping that my strength and endurance returns. The Doctors said: for six week after the surgery that I can NOT lift anything more than about 5 pounds , but he also said: "after six weeks you can lift 2000 pounds, if you want"! - That is good news, but I think I may not WANT!
I have appointments for surgery review, evaluation and maybe some more tests, they are scheduled after the first of the year.
Some good news, I have lost about 35 lbs during this ordeal - I hope I can keep the weight off, although I do not recommend this as a weight reduction method.
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Sunday, December 14, 2014
Current Status
My Colon Resection Surgery was on Dec 5, all went as expected from the Doctors perspective. From my perspective and while still in the hospital; I had a few rough days with lots of pain, and a few good days without much pain.
On Thursday Dec 11, I was released to go home to Chip's (my son) house for reset and recuperation. So far at Chip's home, I have had a few good days and a few painful days.
The following is a little graphic, so stop here if necessary.
Late on Dec 12, I made a trip to back to the emergency room with lots of pain, followed with little pain and some rest. The initial instruction suggested to take Pain Med's as necessary, foolishly I stopped take Pain Med's when feeling better, and then paid the price.
Late on Saturday Dec 14, more pain and retching from both ends. But I think retching has "reset" my system with empty bowels with very little bloating.
Currently I have been taking Pain Med's on time (via the clock), Late last evening I slept for about 12 good hours (while taking Med's each 4 hours).
Sunday Dec 14, pain has now calmed down to just a slight dull pain that appears to be manageable (fingers crossed). Today I have had two very small meals; early some oat meal and later 1/3 banana.
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On Thursday Dec 11, I was released to go home to Chip's (my son) house for reset and recuperation. So far at Chip's home, I have had a few good days and a few painful days.
The following is a little graphic, so stop here if necessary.
Late on Dec 12, I made a trip to back to the emergency room with lots of pain, followed with little pain and some rest. The initial instruction suggested to take Pain Med's as necessary, foolishly I stopped take Pain Med's when feeling better, and then paid the price.
Late on Saturday Dec 14, more pain and retching from both ends. But I think retching has "reset" my system with empty bowels with very little bloating.
Currently I have been taking Pain Med's on time (via the clock), Late last evening I slept for about 12 good hours (while taking Med's each 4 hours).
Sunday Dec 14, pain has now calmed down to just a slight dull pain that appears to be manageable (fingers crossed). Today I have had two very small meals; early some oat meal and later 1/3 banana.
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Saturday, November 29, 2014
Tinitive Surgery Date
My surgery is currently scheduled for Dec 5 AM, but that is dependant on my lingering Cough.
The last minute reschedule will depend on how much my Cough has been reduced by then. Next available time will be after Christmas.
The last minute reschedule will depend on how much my Cough has been reduced by then. Next available time will be after Christmas.
Monday, November 24, 2014
Surgery Delayed
Due to my developing Cough, my surgery is being delayed. The next available date is Dec 5, but that is tentatively, as the "special" room is normally reserved for only Robotic surgeries. The room status will only be known after this Friday. After that, the next available time is late December.
Sunday, November 23, 2014
An Update
Sorry, I promised details and updates of this adventure, but my heart has just NOT in it.
The CT scans confirmed the size and location of the Colon Cancer, it is located in the upper left corner of my colon, which is just under the edge of my ribs. The surgeon will remove about 1/5 of my colon and then sew the two cut end together. The surgery will be both Laparoscopic (two holes on each of my sides) and open abdomen (the removed cancer and sectioned colon must be remove through the larger center line incision).
Surgery will be Nov 25, but not sure what time, I am to report to the Hospital around 8AM. Last minute scheduling could dictate the actual surgery time.
If all goes well, the Dr said I will probably be able to eat a BIG Thanks Giving Diner on the 27th; Turkey Dark and/or White meat, Dressing, Potatoes, and Pie, . . . as long as it is all made of molded Jello, and it can be any colour/flavour I would like :-)
Monday AM my prep begins, I will be drinking about 1 gallon of "Polyethylene Glycol" which is a chemical that I have used while tin plating circuits boards. Who would have thought I would be drinking a gallon of the stuff.
I will be in the Hospital about 5 days, and then to my Son house for a few days for rest and recuperation.
If all goes well, I promise I will post more after recovery, and this is a promise I WANT to keep.
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The CT scans confirmed the size and location of the Colon Cancer, it is located in the upper left corner of my colon, which is just under the edge of my ribs. The surgeon will remove about 1/5 of my colon and then sew the two cut end together. The surgery will be both Laparoscopic (two holes on each of my sides) and open abdomen (the removed cancer and sectioned colon must be remove through the larger center line incision).
Surgery will be Nov 25, but not sure what time, I am to report to the Hospital around 8AM. Last minute scheduling could dictate the actual surgery time.
If all goes well, the Dr said I will probably be able to eat a BIG Thanks Giving Diner on the 27th; Turkey Dark and/or White meat, Dressing, Potatoes, and Pie, . . . as long as it is all made of molded Jello, and it can be any colour/flavour I would like :-)
Monday AM my prep begins, I will be drinking about 1 gallon of "Polyethylene Glycol" which is a chemical that I have used while tin plating circuits boards. Who would have thought I would be drinking a gallon of the stuff.
I will be in the Hospital about 5 days, and then to my Son house for a few days for rest and recuperation.
If all goes well, I promise I will post more after recovery, and this is a promise I WANT to keep.
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