OK, so four weeks ago today I had my operation at St Thomas'. It took 9 hours rather than the predicted 10 to 12 hours, and they didn't take out as many things as they thought they would have to.
Initially I had a few issues keeping the pain under control so it took a couple of days to get back onto the ward. It was a relief when I did, as the nurse looking after me in recovery was scary!
Once back on the ward, I was unable to eat for about 2 weeks as my body took a while to adjust to the changes. I ended up having to have a tube down my nose into my stomach which was highly unpleasant. I also managed to develop a chest infection and a UTI while I was in there! Fun times. However, the nurses and doctors looking after me were all fantastic!
I'm home now and slowly trying to build up my strength. I can't sit for long periods so spend most of the time in bed which does get frustrating but I know it won't be for long.
I also found out the other day from one of the specialist nurses that they were confident they'd got clear margins which is obviously a huge relief. I've also had my picc line out and lost my chemo weight so already starting to feel like me again.
I would like to thank my lovely husband and mum for visiting me at every opportunity, my in laws for driving down south every weekend (and my father in law for looking after mum and hubs during my op!!), and my brothers, sis in law, aunts and cousins (from both sides) who came to visit. Also, thanks to everyone who sent cards, messages etc. Especially my besties without whom I would've gone mad! The support I've had has been amazing and I feel so lucky!
Now I have to make a recovery and look forward; have two weddings to go to this year for a start!!
Onwards and Upwards!
