Six months on from APR surgery

Hi Wendy,

how are you feeling today after the infusion? Did they pick that up from your pre-op?

I really hope you get a date soon, the waiting is just horrible.  
xx

Hi I don't feel too bad but it's the waiting 

Yes my bloods were low after the chemo and after the pre op they've said I'm anemic I suppose there being cautious as it's major surgery and it does help with recovery xx

Hi Claire 

I've finally got my date for surgery 25th March.i feel like I've been waiting for ever but ar least I've got something to focus on now xx

Wendy 

Oh finally, Wendy! That’s great news. 
You’ve had such a long wait so I’m really pleased it’s moving on for you. 

Yes, focus on keeping fit and well for the next few weeks and hopefully the time will go quickly xxx

Thanks Claire any tips for hospital.how long were you in ? Xx

They said I’d be in for 2 weeks but I escaped on the 8th day - have you already got a stoma though? I had mine formed at the same time so had to prove I could manage it before they let me go.

Definitely take some headphones and make sure you’ve got some good podcasts or audio books to listen to as the ward is very noisy, and an eye mask to block the light out so you can get some rest. 
I also bought a she wee from Amazon as you can’t sit down to pee for a while. Practice using it before you go in!! 
I’ll have a think if there was anything else xx

Yes I've got a stoma the shee wee sounds interesting I'll have to look into it and the eye mask thanks for the tips x

Wendy, you must be so relieved.  The time will probably drag but it is probably a good idea to have as much prepared at home so that you can really recuperate.  We are all rooting for you and are here should you need that virtual hand-holding!

Irene xx

Hi Wendy (Weekend Walker ), I’m so pleased you’ve finally got a date! You must be so relieved, as you say you’ve got something to focus on now & it leaves you a couple of weeks to do some last minute prep. It’s been a long drawn out process for you but not too much longer now & you’ll be able to begin your recovery. 

I’ll be thinking of you. 

Nicola 

Thank you .I know its a complicated surgery but I need it so have to have it and recovery is long but it's better than sitting waiting 

I'll keep everyone posted and thanks for the support snd good wishes xx Wendy