Hi everyone, I hope you’re all doing okay. I posted a couple of weeks ago, saying high-grade dysplasia had been found in my bowel and that surgery might be necessary. I was subsequently told that actually cancer cells had been found. Two days ago I had an appointment with a colorectal surgeon, who offered either a partial removal of my large bowel, cutting out the dodgy bits, or removal of my entire large bowel, ie a panproctocolectomy. I also have Lynch Syndrome (a genetic condition increasing colorectal cancer risk). Due to this, cancer could later develop in the remainder of my bowel, if only partially removed, and I might have to have the rest of it out at some point. So I chose the panproctocolectomy, despite it being a much more drastic op and leading to me needing a colostomy pouch afterwards. Can anyone offer any advice about similar experiences or surgery choices? Thank you in advance.
Hi Mat C
I did answer your question in the stoma group, as even though I had a different cancer and decision to make, like Kath, my decision was immediate so I can understand some of how you feel.
Sarah xx
