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Posted 5/17/2011 5:07 PM (GMT 0)
As I write,  I am doing my prep for tomorrow's surgery.  Can't figure out why they call it Go-Lytely...it is anything but  that! lol  Although I could comment on the delicious flavor and the almost immediate effects (trying to find some humor in all this) it is difficult to live in the moment and enjoy it.  Guess it's a simple fact that all moments aren't enjoyable.  Kind of hard not to future think with surgery so close and all the fun I'm about to have.  I know ya'll have been there, done that, got the Tee-shirt, and I know I will muster the will to face what's ahead one day at a time, but I must admit I am a bit uneasy.  If all goes well I should be home by Friday or Saturday and will let you all know how it went...or is going...I think the next biggest hurdle after surgery will be waiting for the pathology report the following week unless the doc has some observations he shares from the surgery indicating one thing or another...but there I am living in the future again...like I said, it's just hard not to.  I'll hopefully be in touch before too long.  Thanks.

-Bob R.

Posted 5/17/2011 5:11 PM (GMT 0)
Bob, the very best of luck to you and your surgeon tommorow. All us surgery guys have been at this spot before. On the Go Lytely junk, it is gross, but the colder you can make it, the easier it is to get down you. And don't pre-shave anything ahead of time in the surgical sites, that may cause them to postpone your surgery.

I look forward to seeing you on the "other side" as we call it, the recovery side.

David in SC
Posted 5/17/2011 5:19 PM (GMT 0)
I am right behind you, keep us updated.  HD Rider behind me.

Our (HD Rider, You & Me) age and stats are similiar.

 

Posted 5/17/2011 5:24 PM (GMT 0)
Bob,

Yes, been there/ done that works here too. Don't worry too much about what the doctor has to say after surgery, because he won't be able to tell much himself.

And don't sweat the pathology report - it will be there when it gets there. Just concentrate on becoming mobile - get that walking started and enjoy the water - need to keep that bladder clear.

We will be watching for your report from the other side.

Best wishes for an uneventful surgery.

Posted 5/17/2011 5:29 PM (GMT 0)
Bob, I think you just set the HW record of 3 1/2 weeks from diagnosis to treatment!  In any case good luck tomorrow and I know we all hope for a good report.

Best regards,

Tudpock (Jim)

Posted 5/17/2011 5:29 PM (GMT 0)
Sagittarian...Another coincidence...our DOBs are close too...mine's 12/7/57. Thanks for the well wishes and will keep you updated.
-Bob R
Posted 5/17/2011 5:32 PM (GMT 0)
I think all of you who have surgery are brave men, doing what needs to be done. Best of luck.
Posted 5/17/2011 5:33 PM (GMT 0)
Jim, no one has ever accused me of being slow at anything! :)
(Nice to know I have a record though)
Posted 5/17/2011 5:41 PM (GMT 0)

Wishing you all the best and a quick and complete recovery. We'll see you in the zero club in a few month.

Mag

Posted 5/17/2011 6:00 PM (GMT 0)
Mine is 15 Dec.

I looked at my Pathology report for date, you got me beat.

Probably because your older than me, and they didn't want

to waste time wink

Posted 5/17/2011 6:10 PM (GMT 0)
Bob, I think what makes this process you are now experiencing is that you get to set the "auto-pilot", and leave everything to others.

My doc asked me in the OR prep room if I was nervous, I said no, as I planned to sleep through most of the 2 operations I had (back to back RARP and hernia repair). I was more concerned if he was nervous!

Take comfort in the fact that all you really have to accomplish tomorrow is to show up and let your team of pro's do their thing.

Just like the multitudes here on this board, you'll be fine in 24 hours. Achy, sore, sure....but safely on the other side.

Good luck!
Posted 5/17/2011 6:24 PM (GMT 0)
Best of luck to you, Bob. I can only imagine what the stress level is like as I will soon find out. I hope everything goes well. By this time tomorrow, you'll be on the downhill slope.
Posted 5/17/2011 6:24 PM (GMT 0)
Wishing you the best and good luck...

Heal well!

Posted 5/17/2011 6:25 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks again guys. You all are just great, as is this forum. I just called the hospital for my check in time. It's 6:30 a.m. and surgery is scheduled for 8:30. I'm a morning person so that's good...just hope my doc is! Git-er-done, right?. Plus more time to rest and get everything working again cause I am shooting for a Friday release. Will keep you all posted. Thanks again.
-Bob R.
Posted 5/17/2011 6:26 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck, may your surgeon have a steady hand, may you have someone there to help you over the next few days, and may we see you 'on the other side' soon. Remember- drink, walk, repeat as often as you can. Don't sweat the small stuff, because after this, it will alll be small stuff.. wink
Posted 5/17/2011 7:38 PM (GMT 0)
Wishing you and your family well on your journey
Posted 5/17/2011 7:48 PM (GMT 0)
Bob - you're one step closer to recovery now. Best wishes to you.

By the way, drinking the "magic potion" didn't work quickly for me. Took over six hours before things started "moving". Then they barely stopped in time to leave for the hospital.

Keep us posted.
Tom in CT
Posted 5/17/2011 9:28 PM (GMT 0)
Bob,

Thanks for sharing. I'm going in for my pre-consultation on Monday and have been getting a little more nervous so I can "feel" your pain.

Keep us updated, and remain strong brother.
Posted 5/17/2011 9:33 PM (GMT 0)
RC Roller. Your'e a guy of action , I had morning surgery also, but, 8 weeks post, i considered proton, went for the open, rather than robot locally. Mine was an ignorance is bliss descion that I believe would have been same with knowledge I have now. tou are going in eyes open. Personal instincts, good self knowledge,being able to listen to both sides respectivly, faith in surgeon, IMO, trumps everything else. I am impressed. My pathology came a week post/op and seriously I was so happy with the whole thing up to them, I totally forgot about it till surgeon called. On a 12 core biopsy, the 3.5 weeks is cool. Your guy knows wht he'e doing , so turn the corner on all that stuff. Trickyiest part after will be the shower, watch the tugs and go easy on morphine drip, I had sobbing melt down with it.
Posted 5/17/2011 11:28 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck to you and pleae let us know how it went.  My most vivid memory of the morning of surgery was fascination with the whole process.  Then I was sedated, and then it was all over.  Too much going on to be scared.  We'll be thinking of you tomorrow.  Bill
Posted 5/17/2011 11:48 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck. I will expect a full report from you before noon tomorrow

Mel

Posted 5/18/2011 12:50 AM (GMT 0)
Do well, Bob. Once the "magic medicine" kicks in all will be a blur. As was stated, drink lots of water, do lots of walking. Keep us posted.

Bob (no relation, but same situation)
Posted 5/18/2011 1:58 AM (GMT 0)
Bob, best of luck for tomorrow morning. I will be thinking about you. Give that prostate a good workout tonight.

See you on the other side.

Cajun Jeff
Posted 5/18/2011 3:08 AM (GMT 0)

Bob,

All the best tomorrow to both you and your surgeon. Remember what everyone has told you already. Drink / walk / drink / walk walk walk!

Jack

Posted 5/18/2011 3:24 AM (GMT 0)
Bob,
I wish you the best on your journey. I know what you are going through now and the anxiety that comes with the whole PCa surgery, catheter, pathology and follow up PSA tests for the rest of your life. We will welcome you on the other side and I have an application for the zero PSA club for you. Best wishes.
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