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Posted 8/18/2011 1:13 PM (GMT 0)
If it wasn't for the exhaustion, super painful urge and rectal pressure and constant trips to the bathroom-I'd through myself a party. Just 4 more night of tortuous sleep and I take my first step to healing.

We interviewed several surgeons and are happy with out choice. It was a prayer of mine to have the surgery scheduled ASAP which I heard does not always happen.

This forum has been of great info since I was diagnosed. It's been 3 years and I've climbed the med ladder faster than a cat up a tree. Try diet and modified diets only to be hospitalized 3 times....

I am so ready for this! And no-if a cure is found I wont regret this. What I will regret is wasting one more day that neccesarry away form my 3 month old Penelope Sage.

Thank you All!! If I'm up to may update my progress in hospital.
Posted 8/18/2011 1:21 PM (GMT 0)
I had a surgeon who also scheduled surgeries close to the consultation date; it really helped because we all know when we reach the decision to have surgery; we are fairly sick and miserable. Good luck with the process. Just remember that recovery should be measured in months, not days. A year from now you will look back at this and wonder why you didn't do it sooner.

Sue
Posted 8/18/2011 1:24 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck with the surgery! Please keep up updated on your recovery and hope all goes well. Is Penelope Sage your baby's name? What a beautiful name! Sorry to hear all has been bad with such a new baby, but good times ahead, right?
Posted 8/18/2011 1:26 PM (GMT 0)
I am sad that you have to have the surgery, but happy for you that you will be better!

Please keep us informed!

I wish you all the best!
Posted 8/18/2011 1:28 PM (GMT 0)
Sue! Your posts have always been honest and informative.

Yes, my little girl is Penelope Sage. She's a just the most amazing baby. This is all for her!
Posted 8/18/2011 1:32 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck with your surgery. Please come back and let us know how it goes okay?
Posted 8/18/2011 1:39 PM (GMT 0)
I have three kids and I got really tired of parenting through the bathroom door. Plus, I missed out on a lot of stuff with them and my husband. I had to have three-step j-pouch surgery. It's been 9 months since the last surgery and I'm doing great. There is a learning curve, and it's not all rainbows and unicorns but it's soooo much better than UC. I don't know if you are having a permanent Ilieo or j-pouch but you'll be so much happier with either. Good luck.
Posted 8/18/2011 1:49 PM (GMT 0)
'Parenting through the bathroom door' indeed, Scrap girl! Getting back to my family is a primary reason I am gearing up for surgery myself and don't want to mess around with this anymore. My kids are definitely my motivating factor to get better any way I can.
Posted 8/18/2011 1:55 PM (GMT 0)
Good Luck with the surgery!! Take Care
Posted 8/18/2011 2:25 PM (GMT 0)
lild, wish you all the best. Keep us updated.
Posted 8/18/2011 2:26 PM (GMT 0)

lild,

I was fortunate also when I went in for my surgery consult and I was scheduled for 10 days later. That didn't give me too much time to sit and dwell on it! I remember thinking those last days before surgery that I won't have to deal with this awful desease ever again! It was a great feeling even though I was scared to death.

Your precious baby with be so happy to have a healthy Mom again....I know my two children are! Sending prayers your way for a speedy recovery!!


Posted 8/18/2011 2:28 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck! I can't wait to hear how your recovery goes!
Posted 8/18/2011 8:32 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck!
I had surgery when my son was 8 months old
Posted 8/18/2011 10:55 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck lild and keep us posted. Goodbye UC!!
B
Posted 8/19/2011 12:07 AM (GMT 0)
Wow, good luck! You must be feeling anxious. As in excited but also a little nervous... but I think it'll make a huge difference in your recovery if you're open and excited and happy with your decision! Good for you. =)
Posted 8/19/2011 2:09 AM (GMT 0)
Wishing you a speedy recovery!  Keep us posted when you feel like it!
Posted 8/19/2011 2:42 AM (GMT 0)
Best wishes for your surgery. You have a great attitude which will go a long way as you heal up. Here's to no more UC and lots of healthy days with Penelope Sage soon to come!
Posted 8/19/2011 2:45 AM (GMT 0)
lild...

We all wish you a straight forward surgery and uncomplicated recovery. Soon you will be feeling SO much better. For our family, this surgery was a blessing....it has given my son his life back and it will do the same for you.

Remember that it is so important to get up and walk as soon as possible (even though you will not feel like it), and then walk some more and then finally some more. Really take your time when they allow you to start eating....you will be hungry but when they tell you to eat small amounts and CHEW well they really mean it. The take-home slogan is "WALK, WALK, WALK and CHEW, CHEW, CHEW" turn

We will be thinking of you on Monday,
Cathy
Posted 8/19/2011 2:49 AM (GMT 0)
I forgot to add......NO MORE DRUGS!
Posted 8/23/2011 3:50 PM (GMT 0)
I did it!!! No more colon.
Minimal pain but I'm getting so much rest.
So far everything iss great.
It felt good to hear the my colon was awful from beginning to end. I made the right decision for me. I can't wait to cross even more hurdles get better each month!!
Posted 8/23/2011 3:53 PM (GMT 0)
Yes!!! Goal is to sit up and walk!!! Anything to assist recovery!
Posted 8/23/2011 3:53 PM (GMT 0)
Great news! turn
Posted 8/23/2011 4:48 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats on getting rid of your icky colon! It'll only get better from here! I was up and walking the day after surgery. It helps a lot.
Posted 8/23/2011 5:04 PM (GMT 0)
That's great lild. I am happy you're feeling good about the decision.
Posted 8/23/2011 6:27 PM (GMT 0)
so glad you are doing well, please give us updates!
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