Done, I am now an ostomate. I am home with very little pain. I am walking but do tire quickly. Not much of an appetite, but try to eat in small snippets.
Prior to surgery, my wife talked to the surgeon about preserving the prostate nerves so we could hopefully have near-normal sex going forward. He did, but he cautioned us after surgery it cost him time and me blood. The loss of blood took me completely out for over 2 days. But, with 3 transfusions, I finally felt a little alive on Monday.
I got the pathology report as I was checking out. I am now cancer-free. Thanks for all the thoughts and well wishes. It's all about healing and living from here on out.
Killshot_24523
Dec 16, 2022 1:29 pm
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ron in mich
Dec 16, 2022 2:08 pm
Hi KS, it sounds like you had a good surgeon and you're on a path to a good life. Good luck.
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gentlejohn
Dec 16, 2022 2:29 pm
Welcome to the club! My colectomy/ileostomy gave me my life back. Since you have an ostomy for the holidays, I must share this which was posted in the UOAA newsletter:
5 reasons it's awesome to have an ostomy during the holidays-
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TerryLT
Dec 16, 2022 11:05 pm
Hi KS, and welcome to our exclusive club! You seem to be well on your way and your positive attitude will help you going forward. Good for you!
dmo101
Dec 20, 2022 2:56 pm
Welcome to the club!!!!! I am a member for 31 years. It is a bit rough at first, but in time you will hardly know it's there most of the time. Good luck!!!!!!!!!!!
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Dam711
Dec 20, 2022 9:53 pm
Congratulations on your fight to become cancer free! I also got that same great news in July, just 3 days before my birthday. After a 6-year fight myself. Good luck and best wishes for you and yours! ?????????????????????
Killshot_24523
Dec 21, 2022 1:14 am
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Dec 21, 2022 1:15 am
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