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Posted 9/26/2014 12:28 AM (GMT 0)
Well, it's official! I signed the papers, I am getting surgery tomorrow! Soon I will be UC free! Not sure what time yet because they're putting me in as an emergency so whenever they have a slot I guess...

I am feeling anxious, nervous and excited. I've been at the hospital since Friday and have just been so unwell. I look so ill and tired, I cannot wait to get this over with. The wait has been hard. They started my on TPN to build up my nutrition because my bloodwork has been bad. I don't know what they mean by that but didn't ask either because I don't really want to stress over it. I also had to have another blood transfusion while I've been here. So done with UC and the trouble it has caused me!
Posted 9/26/2014 12:35 AM (GMT 0)
Good luck tomorrow!
Posted 9/26/2014 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
Wishing the best for you for tomorrow..let us know how you are getting on...
Posted 9/26/2014 1:10 AM (GMT 0)
Best of luck. I really think with some people it really is the best decision. I hope if my time ever comes I don't delay just so I can hold on to the misery as long as possible. Do you have someone who can post on here to let us know how you are doing?
Posted 9/26/2014 1:16 AM (GMT 0)
No, but I have access to internet here so I will post as soon as I feel up to it! I'm sure I'll be groggy the first couple days but apparently they want you up on your feet pretty fast to get things moving! I think what I'm most nervous about is actually seeing the stoma... still can't get used to the pictures I see... oh well, will have to get used to it soon!
Posted 9/26/2014 2:11 AM (GMT 0)
All the best for you and a speedy recovery
Posted 9/26/2014 2:11 AM (GMT 0)
My best internet hugs be upon you! Use your pain pump and you will be fine. The stoma is freaky at first, but try to look upon it as your lifesaver. Have someone with you for the first days, use the Ostomy nurses and write stuff down, use heat for comfort. Wish I could help you, I am just getting good at it. You are going to be in less pain and on your road to health. Today is week 4 from the first biggie for us. Lots of improvement, so be a good patient! Best-to you, and keep us posted as you can.
Posted 9/26/2014 4:00 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you! Katmom, I can't help but keep thinking about you and your daughter because we're close in age and both have (had) UC.

Well, my family and boyfriend just visited and saw me as I am now for the last time! Hard to believe next time I see them I will be a biiit different. But I am happy because while they were here I was in pain and had to run to the washroom a few times. I keep thinking how much this will help me. The past two months I've been basically living at the hospital, so it can only get better!!
Posted 9/26/2014 5:03 AM (GMT 0)
I'm with you in spirit, hon. Hang tough. Glad you have support with friends and fam. Your body will look fine. Being off the Pred and crazy eating/ sleeping patterns will make your face glow again. My girl lived within 10 feet of the loo for the last wks before surgery- that is no life, esp with pain. Take each day slowly...you are strong!
Posted 9/26/2014 8:37 AM (GMT 0)
All the best for your surgery, so excited for your new UC free life!
Posted 9/26/2014 11:11 AM (GMT 0)
LOL woohoo, my colon just gave me my (hopefully) one final **** you. Just had an accident at the hospital, so embarrassing. I'm hooked up to so many things, takes forever to unplug the machines and move around with the IV pole and I just had to go... :(
Posted 9/26/2014 11:19 AM (GMT 0)
well wishes coming your way! Hope you feel better soon. Your young and have a full life wonderful life ahead.
Posted 9/26/2014 12:17 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck!! I hope you have a smooth and speedy recovery. I'm really excited for you. One final aloha from the colon huh? It just wanted to give its thoughts on things...=) goodbye colon!
Posted 9/26/2014 12:40 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck! Hoping for a quick and easy recovery for you!
Posted 9/26/2014 5:31 PM (GMT 0)
Good luck! Hoping for a swift recovery for you!
Posted 9/26/2014 6:39 PM (GMT 0)
Thinking of you today! Hope all goes smoothly and that you get good pain meds ;-)

Looking forward to hearing from you with sans colon updates.
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Posted 9/26/2014 10:36 PM (GMT 0)
Thinking of you!
Posted 9/26/2014 11:30 PM (GMT 0)
i've been thinking about you annadee and i hope you are recovering well! you are a very strong young woman and i am sure that this was the right decision for you. i know you're gonna rock your bag and inspire other people.
Posted 9/27/2014 12:08 AM (GMT 0)
Hope all went well. Let us know how things went when your up to it.
Posted 9/27/2014 12:38 AM (GMT 0)
Hope all is well and have an extra super speedy recovery :)

Do let us know how you're making out...
Posted 9/27/2014 2:52 AM (GMT 0)
hope that sucker went out well !
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