Counting the hours until my operation

Hi Fraser1

I've just come on to wish you good luck for tomorrow.  It is scary and I remember that all too well (I'm a total woose) but just hold on to the fact that you'll be in safe hands, sound asleep so will know nothing, and it's the very best chance of getting rid of the tumour - that's what worked for me.  You cope well with the colostomy so that's a really great start for dealing with the ileostomy (if that's what transpires).  Just take it a day at a time and come back on here, or to the stoma group, if you need any help or reassurance.

Take care x

Thank you 

Hi Fraser1.

Yes, I was prep'd by stoma nurse for both bags and tattoo'ed up on both sides ready, pre op.

Then during operation they decided to stretch and reattach meaning no bags. It can happen but does depend on lots of things that our out of our control.

Good luck with operation tomorrow

I didn’t know if that happen ,as you said it all depends but at least I know now that it does in some cases  thank you 

Hi, Fraser1 I was marked for both, just in case, so you get some input as to where they might be best for you, re waistband etc. But I  needed neither!!

Thanks everyone again ,well operation went well got everything out by  key hole surgery did get the ileostomy temporarily to let the wound heal and wait for the results from the tumour and lymph nodes ,can’t believe they think I my get home tomorrow ? And the ileostomy is not as scary as I thought!

Well done Fraser1 so pleased to read you are safely through and coping well .

No place like home ! 
take care ,

Court 

Hi Fraser1

Congratulations on op and possibly going home tomorrow.

I remember the wonderful feeling of being back in my own comfy and quiet bed. Bliss!

Hope recovery goes well and we'll be here for you if you need us.

Hi Fraser1

It's good to hear that you're through the operation safely and that the ileostomy isn't as bad as you thought. I hope that you got home today as it's always nice to get back to your own bed.

Take things slowly, both physically and with diet,  and you'll be managing that ileostomy in no time. Fingers crossed for good results too.  Any questions, just ask.

Best wishes x