March 2015
Yes, I'm hoping not to hear the word 'chemo', but I'll cross that bridge if I come to it. All I know is they send the cancer and lymph away for testing, and that will determine if I have to have any further treatment. My father in law had the same thing, and the surgery was the end of it, so fingers crossed!!!!
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March 2015
I live in Merimbula on the Far South Coast of NSW. I am having the surgery in Canberra.
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March 2015
Thank you Maureen. The waiting is the worst. And I've never had surgery before so I really don't know what to expect. This time next week it will all be over and I can move forward xox
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March 2015
Thank you Netti for your message, it quite made my day! Yes, the waiting is certainly the worst part. I am having exactly the surgery you describe, so feeling pretty positive about it. I already had walking on my recovery agenda, as I'm a very active, fit person, so sitting around is going to be difficult for me. But I've taken note of your advice on the optiate meds. Fortunately I have an excellent GP. It's only due to her thoroughness that my cancer was picked up at all, so I will be able to debrief with her post-op and can talk about all these things with her. Just putting one foot in front of the other for now. Thanks again xx
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March 2015
Hello, I was recently diagnosed with bowel cancer. I am having surgery next Thursday March 19th. They're telling me it's early stage and well contained, a tumour on the ceacum. I'm feeling really well, positive. I've never had surgery before so I'm finding that more daunting than having cancer. My friends have all been wonderful, I am blessed to be surrounded with some wonderful people. My sons coped well with the news, parents not so well, and my husband is my absolute rock. Just thought I'd join up here as I think the aftermath of the surgery will be my challenging time.
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