Husband APR surgery soon

BradleyJ 4 days ago

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Feeling very anxious now the date is coming nearer (end of Jan)

I am remaining positive for my husband and trying not to show I’m worried

I can see he’s getting more unsettled and feels he’s wasted resources having radiotherapy and tablets to still have the first outcome surgery

Any tips would be grateful I bought two kylies for the bed keep reading about pregnancy pillows will help with recovery ??

thanks

Lagatha 2 days ago

Hello I have been given the surgery option APR and permanent stoma - I too am very very nervous and still asking for alternative treatments as I feel this should be a last resort ! did your husband get offered any please ? I have spoken to others online who say yes it’s big but they got through it and recovery is reasonable with the right care and meds xx best wishes

LB54 1 day ago

Hi there, my husband had APR surgery in 2023 after achieving a complete response after chemo radiotherapy and further chemo. He had a reoccurrence within 3 months. After the Op, he did have a few complications but now he leads a normal life. He’s 62 and has just left the house to go running this morning. He found irrigation to be a game changer. I hope this message will help lessen the anxiety that I know you will be going through. I have everything crossed for a good outcome for you both. Take care xx