Hi all. I went for a short walk today to the local shop. Feeling very well so I'm having to remind myself not to do too much. Two days since turbt and no pain or blood so far. I feel lucky to be so well. Positive vibes for all awaiting news or treatment and to those recovering. Have a nice day everyone.
I've been having a small problem with the catheter and bag. For one the bag and the elastic made me itch but, more importantly, I kept feeling like I wanted to pee and wasn't sure the bag was in the right place. I thought gravity may help. So, I strapped the bag to the front of my calf, I'm using the strap to keep the tubes from flailing about and wearing a bath towel as s maxi skirt until I buy a couple. I cannot…
My turbt was done yesterday. I arrived a 1pm, had op at five and home before nine. Everything went smoothly. I had the BCG in for an hour, no problem. Had saline to wash it out, the nurse said my pee afterwards was the clearest he'd seen. I have a catheter and bag for four or five days then back to have it removed. I will get my biopsy, etc. results in three or four weeks. So glad to have the bugger out. I'm coping well…
Well, today's the day. My op is at one this afternoon. I had sardines on toast before seven and am drinking only water til eleven when I have to stop. We will be leaving at eleven so not drinking will be easy as it is a two bus journey. I want to arrive at the hospital half an hour early so we can find out where everything is and stuff. Dean bought me a new dress to wear in case I come home with a catheter.
It's a lovely day in Bristol this morning. I shall take advantage and get some shopping done. I'll be off my feet for a few days after the op tomorrow so may as well prepare. I shall get loads of spring water cos I have to drink a couple of litres a day plus for the first week. A bit nervous about the anaesthetic but not too much. Wondering what my prognosis and any further treatment will be...
