Operation update

[Postdog]

OK, after a kerfuffle getting there, I was admitted into hospital Sunday night and had my operation early the next day. The kerfuffle came about because the hospital is far away from me, over an hour's drive, and by 3pm they still couldn't guarantee a bed for me. Against advice, I set off on the off chance, figuring it would be better to be there and waste my time if no bed, rather than be told late and not be able to get there (which was possible the later it got).

The op was scheduled first thing Monday, and I recall the first thing I did after the op was to see if I could see and move bits, having been made aware I might not be able to. It was only when I was in ICU I realised the op had not lasted as long as expected and I figured something had gone wrong.

Turns out I was right because while doing it the surgeon realised that the tumour was not as expected, and to proceed would have put me at risk. He was expecting something soft, and this was hard and bone like. So full marks to him for stopping when he did.

Anyway he took some tissue for analysis, the results of which will be known in a few weeks, but apparently it is not cancerous. I don't know yet whether it is still growing or what they'll suggest instead if it is. That said if it IS still growing, they'll probably have to try conventional surgery.

So after ICU I was put back on the ward for observation, and this morning I was told I could go home. After a long day (woken at six) I was discharged about half past three and am now back home knackered.

I have decided to ask that treatment now be either local (Northampton area) or in London because both are easier for me (and others) transport wise. The John Radcliffe in Oxford is a very nice hospital but getting there is difficult and expensive - I've only been there and back 3 times but it has cost a small fortune and I can't keep doing that.

Doubt I'll say more tonight cos I am tired and have a bit of a headache (expected, they gave me meds) so I need a rest.

Ta for all the good wishes.

[jackthehat]

Glad to hear that you're up and about, if not completely sorted. :o)

[ummmm]

Ditto :-)

[Mamyalynne]

Hi there, so glad the results say non cancerous and of course all efforts will be made for the removal as and when results known. Rest up and get strength back.♥

[DTCwordfan]

Great to hear from you and the news that it isn't the big C. I am sure that their biopsies etc will work out the best way to take it forward and get you back to full fitness.

Enjoy your bed tonight, it's always a better feel to be there than some hospital ward - hope you have someone to look after you and take care in these days to come.

And thanks for taking the time to brief us all....esp when you are so sore...

[cazzz1975]

thank you for the update, I was thinking of you.

[Purple_Popple]

Good to hear from you Postdog, I imagine you are tired ! Sleep well...

[rsvp]

best wishes for a speedy recovery postdog.

[Euphemia]

Hope you get a good night's sleep and all the best for the rest of your treatment.

[Barmaid]

Sorry it's not sorted yet, but glad it's not the dreaded "C". Best wishes to you and I hope it is sorted soon and you recover. Bm x

[maggiebee]

Sorry to hear everything didn't go exactly to plan, but you did get good news. Hope you manage to get a good night's sleep, you must be kna**ered.

[askyourgran]

It's good to know it isn't cancerous, hope you feel better tomorrow.

[marval]

It is good to hear from you, I am glad it is not cancerous. I wish you well for the future.

[firewatch]

glad to hear from you honey. fingers crossed they can sort treatment nearer to homex

[Ann]

All the very best postdog - hope the test results are not as bad as you feared, glad its not cancerous, thats a real blessing for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers x

[Caran]

Great news Postdog, so glad its not cancerous.

[Lie-in King]

Good to see you back here, Postdog!

I wish you all the very best with your ongoing treatment & for a speedy recovery :-)

[sadielady]

All good wishes for a speedy recovery Postdog, I hope all future news is good news for you. Take it very easy and rest alot. Barb x

[anneasquith]

im glad your home, take care.

[boxtops]

Postdog, glad to see you posting again today, sorry I missed this thread in the week - how are you feeling now, a few days later?