Having preventative surgery 3/4/2025: Have IPMN, not cancer

Posted by asufloss @asufloss, Feb 18, 2025

I am on my 70’s , female , do not have cancer and approaching preventative surgery to remove pancreas , spleen, gallbladder, small part of my stomach and small intestines on 3/4/2025. I would be very appreciative if someone could share their experience.

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asufloss | @asufloss | Feb 27, 2025

Hello Friends
I am approaching my surgery , the pre-op and planning for this major surgery is massively stressful.

I wish all of you well and am almost at the point of total acceptance. I appreciate all the advice and shared experiences.

Best Regards
Adele

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Mar 1, 2025

In reply to @asufloss "Hello Friends I am approaching my surgery , the pre-op and planning for this major surgery..." + (show)

@asufloss, thinking of you as you prepare for surgery in a couple of days.

tls | @tls | Mar 2, 2025

@asufloss,

I am writing to wish you the best of everything these coming weeks :(smooth surgery, easy recovery and ease of transition to the insulin world and digestive enzymes) My surgery (same as yours) is on the 13th and would like to keep in touch with you as we are only 9 days apart on the next part of this journey.

Toni

cyrus73 | @cyrus73 | Mar 2, 2025

In reply to @asufloss "Hello Friends I am approaching my surgery , the pre-op and planning for this major surgery..." + (show)

Best of Luck!!!!

asufloss | @asufloss | Mar 2, 2025

In reply to @tls "@asufloss, I am writing to wish you the best of everything these coming weeks :(smooth surgery,..." + (show)

Thank you Toni. I am preparing by trying to quiet my mind and pray.
I will pray for you and your surgeon. Healing for you and guiding the hands of your surgeon.

This is part of are story and we accept it with calm and peace.
Best Regards
Adele

mikewdby | @mikewdby | Mar 3, 2025

Remember that God has you in His hands. He loves you and through his will - whatever the outcome - is the very Best for you. Have Hope and keep your Faith!

plawless63 | @plawless63 | Jan 12 2:15pm

I am scheduled with Dr. Kingham for Whipple on 1/21. I hope your recovery has been smooth and you are doing well. I am 62 with a IPMN that he has been monitoring for over 4 years. please let me know how you have been doing.

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Jan 26 8:04pm

In reply to @plawless63 "I am scheduled with Dr. Kingham for Whipple on 1/21. I hope your recovery has been..." + (show)

@plawless63, I'm tagging @asufloss to make sure she sees your question to her. @matt2024 @cyrus73 @cyrus73 may also have tips and encouragement to share.

How did your surgery go? How is recovery going?

ltg7622 | @ltg7622 | Jan 27 10:40am

Adele. Just saw your posting. Don’t know how I’ve missed this before. I have the exact same diagnosis and exact same treatment option. I am asymptomatic, 74, and otherwise in good health. I’ve been monitoring for 15 months with MRCPs. No progression. I am still considering the surgery. How has the past 10 months been for you? Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

bluemorphos | @bluemorphos | Jan 27 12:38pm

I am considering the same surgery also. Preventative in am 70.

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