Instead of looking for and updating the old thread, I thought I would just start a new one to share the news with you all.
I had my kidney surgery on Wednesday, and it was a success. The doctor removed the tip of my 11th rib and the cancerous tumor, and so believes I am essentially cancer free.
What I'm not, however, is pain free. Thank goodness for percocet. I'm home from the hospital, and the hardest things I have to do are get in and out of bed and go to the bathroom. All things considered, that's a pain but it isn't too bad.
Anyway, I had just realized I forgot to let Hatrack know I wasn't dead. Doubt anyone remembered I was going under the knife anyway. But just in case anyone was worried, you'll have to work harder to get rid of me next time!
Posted by Dobbie (Member # 3881) on :
If you put the tip of your rib under your pillow maybe God will use it to make a really small woman.
Posted by Raymond Arnold (Member # 11712) on :
Nice to hear. Congrats!
Posted by Dobbie (Member # 3881) on :
Thanks!
Posted by Papa Moose (Member # 1992) on :
Congrats, Javert. Glad you're doing well, and pretty darn upbeat for a few days after major surgery. Keep us updated as you recover, eh?
Posted by Raia (Member # 4700) on :
That is awesome. Congratulations, my friend!
Posted by Javert (Member # 3076) on :
Will do Papa.
You don't know what tired is until talking on the phone or taking a shower exhausts you.
Well, that and the huge incision.
Posted by Kwea (Member # 2199) on :
Glad to hear it, man!
Posted by Bella Bee (Member # 7027) on :
Good to hear you're okay. Hope you get better soon! Posted by Noemon (Member # 1115) on :
Glad to hear that it went well, Javert!
Posted by Eaquae Legit (Member # 3063) on :
I'm so glad you're on the mend!
Posted by Belle (Member # 2314) on :
That is awesome! Congratulations. Sorry about the pain, but it is temporary. Being declared cancer free is a wonderful feeling, as I remember!
In other news, Dobbie made me Posted by ElJay (Member # 6358) on :
Congrats!
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
quote:Originally posted by Javert: Doubt anyone remembered I was going under the knife anyway.
Of course we did. I'm glad you're feeling well enough to post.
Get better quick!
Posted by Javert (Member # 3076) on :
I do swear at the end (the b-word), so I apologize for that. I blame my drug- and exhaustion-addled mind.
Posted by BlackBlade (Member # 8376) on :
Ewwwwwwww! Gratz on your successful saving throw! Glad to have you back in commission.
Posted by Fyfe (Member # 937) on :
Congratulations! Hope you're feeling better soon.
Posted by kmbboots (Member # 8576) on :
I'm so glad the surgery was a success and that you are mending.
Posted by dread pirate romany (Member # 6869) on :
That is great news! I hope you continue to heal apace.
Posted by Alcon (Member # 6645) on :
Great news, Javert! I hope your recovery is quick and... well you've already said it won't be painless, so lets go with less painful Posted by Farmgirl (Member # 5567) on :
Great to hear, Javert!
Posted by ClaudiaTherese (Member # 923) on :
Wonderful, Javert. Thanks for sharing the good news.
Posted by Corwin (Member # 5705) on :
Glad to hear it, Javert. Posted by Bob_Scopatz (Member # 1227) on :
Yay for good news!
Posted by Tstorm (Member # 1871) on :
Just watched your video. I commiserate with you on the 'not wanting to bend' feelings. When I had my appendix removed, getting in and out of bed was quite painful. Of course, that was a lot less invasive and left a much smaller scar than your surgery.
Posted by Javert (Member # 3076) on :
OKay, I'm sick of this being in pain stuff. I'd like to be all better now, thank you.
Posted by scifibum (Member # 7625) on :
Sorry about the pain, Javert. Just try to remember it's temporary, and will be totally worth it. I'm very glad the surgery went well! (But seriously I'm very sorry about the pain.)
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
quote:Originally posted by Javert: OKay, I'm sick of this being in pain stuff.
Posted by Strider (Member # 1807) on :
I missed this before. Glad the surgery went well. Sorry you're in pain.
How's the recovery coming along?
Posted by Tammy (Member # 4119) on :
That's wonderful news!!
Posted by Tammy (Member # 4119) on :
Hope the pains getting better.
(need to read more than the first post...sorry!)
Posted by Javert (Member # 3076) on :
The pain is much better, thanks. A little sore. And really hoping that chicks really do dig scars, because I have a huge one.
I see my doctor on Thursday, so I'll share the official pathology when I finally get it.
And thanks again for everyone's concern.
Posted by Javert (Member # 3076) on :
Turns out I had renal cell carcinoma. But it was completely located in the tumor, which was only 2.5 cm and completely removed. The Doc says I should have a 95-100% chance of never having it again. But we're keeping our eyes on it just in case.
And the pain is all but gone! Going back to work on Monday.
Posted by BlackBlade (Member # 8376) on :
quote:Originally posted by Javert: Turns out I had renal cell carcinoma. But it was completely located in the tumor, which was only 2.5 cm and completely removed. The Doc says I should have a 95-100% chance of never having it again. But we're keeping our eyes on it just in case.
And the pain is all but gone! Going back to work on Monday.
Fantastic news, lets hope you did indeed vanquish cancer. Remember Javert, "No Quarter!"
Posted by Javert (Member # 3076) on :
quote:Originally posted by BlackBlade: Fantastic news, lets hope you did indeed vanquish cancer. Remember Javert, "No Quarter!"
It was so strange. The Doc ran me through with his bayonet and just happened to get all of it.
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Congratulations, my friend!
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Glad to have you back in commission.
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Just try to remember it's temporary, and will be totally worth it. I'm very glad the surgery went well! (But seriously I'm very sorry about the pain.)