Yes, thank you for the nudge! Today is Nov 5th. The procedure I had performed was “Cystoscopy, TURBT with Intravesical Administration Gemcitabine” and was Friday Nov 1st. When first discussed with urologist, I understood eight tumors were seen during initial consult. That changed The surgical technique and pictures Dr provided post surgery disclosed I had multiple papillary tumors on three sides of my bladder wall. Surgery went well- all tumors were removed successfully.
Post surgery was a bit difficult for me. I counted the minutes (in my mind) until the gemcitabine (chemo) and the catheter would be removed. Had no idea the level of discomfort would be what it was. Once both were removed, I still struggled with pain. The nurse offered a pain med and I accepted. I’m not one to take pain meds. Here is what I found that helped to alleviate my pain the best:
Once home from hospital, (outpatient) later that evening, I took one Tylenol rapid release with one prescription pyridium. (UTI Med) I took these 3 x’s a day for two days.
I am now taking the Tylenol one capsule per day. Also on day two, I took two Colace tablets 4-6 hrs apart to ensure I would have a bowel movement. It was gentle and worked.
It is challenging for me to lay low. I like to work in my home!
Very blessed to have a wonderful hubby who cooks healthy meals daily for me. I am working on drinking 8-10 glasses of water every day.
Awaiting my pathology report, hopefully will receive on Wednesday, Nov 6.
Each day is better than the one before !