Surgery is set

[alicia]

After another painful week I had another ultrasound done and there is a big cyst on my right ovary this time. My GYN/ONC agrees with my thoughts that when I ovalate that my INR/PT levels get higher therefore it causes me to bleed into a cyst and cause so much pain. This is the 4th major surgery in 3 years! Enough already! Sorry, just wanted to whine for a minute. My surgery is scheduled for March 12th but I go into the hospital 2 days prior to go on a Heparin drip. She said I will probably be in for 10 days or so. She doesnt think any of the cysts are cancerous, bit due to my family history and high CA-125 levels, she is being cautious. Please say a prayer for me.

Alicia (Ali)

 

[LUVMyBirman]

Hi Alicia,

You will be in my thoughts and prayers for smooth sailing.

It's funny how females that still have monthly concerns react to the Coumadin. My INR usually takes a dump at that time of the month. Bleeding is horrific though. Go figure. Did not have a care in the world prior to sugery. I cannot agree with those who say "Coumadin does not cause women additional concerns". Have been staring a hysterectomy in the face for a few years and just can't "find a good time" if you know what I mean.

Actually, I know it's the "denial factor" that I require more surgery. I truly feel for you.

Take good care and please keep us posted on your recovery.

 

[Dee]

Hi Alicia,

Sorry to hear that you have to have yet another surgery. Are you going to have a full hysterectomy? I had a full hysterectomy at the age of 32, that was 7 years ago and then I just had a Mitral Valve replacement 3 months ago. So I had them in the opposite order of you, didn't have to worry about the Coumadin factor. I have felt so much better though since my hyst. I was in constant pain and just didn't feel good at all. The surgery really wasn't too bad, I was painting my son's room 2 weeks later (don't tell my Dr.) I hope your's goes as well as mine did!

I will be saying a prayer for you and waiting to hear how the surgery went.

Thinking of you,
Dee

 

[Bryan B]

Alicia,

I've been whining non-stop over in the head cold thread. I think your whining is much more warranted given what you've been through. I'll be thinking of you and I hope everything turns out well for you!

 

[Karlynn]

Alicia,
If you can't whine, then there's a lot of us that need to shut up too!!!!

I hope your surgery and recovery goes smoothly. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[Bill Hall]

Alicea - Sorry to hear you need more surgery, however, they will finally get it right and you will be better and feel better. March is not very far away and I am wishing you the best of luck. I just drove through Currituck Co, NC this afternoon and maybe you enjoyed the snow if you are that far north.

 

[Kathy]

Alicia,

I think gyno surgery is something to whine about! I had an ovary removed years ago because of an abscess. Unfortunately, the surgeon had to do a large incision. I hope that your surgery will be less invasive.

Once I recovered from the surgery, I couldn't believe how much better I felt.

 

[catwoman]

Alicia:

Good luck with your surgery.

I had a total hysterectomy 19 years ago at age 34. Precancerous condition plus heavy endometriosis. Very glad now not to worry whether a hysterectomy might be in the cards for me...
My mom stayed with me a couple of days after hysterectomy. Didn't sit on me tight enough -- I pulled a few stitches (internal) trying to reach for a cookie sheet in an overhead cabinet.
So, do be very careful post-op with OB/GYN surgery, wherever the incision is.

 

[SJJ]

Alicia,
If it's appropriate, compassionate and caring to feel badly for someone facing difficulties, why shouldn't be feel badly for ourselves when faced with the same? It took me 3 years of therapy and two graduate degrees in psychology to figure out that it's just fine to whine...and then move onto dealing with the task at hand. Indulge yourself a little, you can do the maturity thing soon enough.
Good luck,
Sue

 

[Nancy]

Hi Alicia-

I put your surgery on the calendar and I noticed that Al Lodwick is also having surgery that day. So you have some company, and fine company it is.

 

[Anne-Marie]

Hi Alicia,

If anyone should have the right to whine, it's you! You've been through so much, but your posts leave me with the impression that you're a fighter.

I just had day surgery today, just an endometrial ablation and a removal of a polyp. Easy stuff compared to OHS! They took me off my coumadin last week and started me on fragmin injections Saturday. I start back on coumadin tomorrow along with the fragmin. It gets complicated when you have to start fooling around with the blood thinners, even for a simple procedure like mine.

Best wishes to you. I'll be thinking of you!!

 

[Abbanabba]

Boy, sometimes the "fun" just never seems to stop does it? Sorry to hear you have to go in for another surgery. I hope it all goes well and will be sending positive thoughts you way.

All the best
Anna : )

 

[Kathy]

If it's appropriate, compassionate and caring to feel badly for someone facing difficulties, why shouldn't be feel badly for ourselves when faced with the same?

Sue,

Thanks so much for your insight. I had never considered that point of view.

 

[alicia]

Thanks for all the encouragement and support. Surgery will go fine Im sure. I have to stay positive...I had a partial hysterectomy in 1995 and for the last year (exactly after starting Coumadin) I have been plaged with difficult ovarian pain. The cysts come and go but now this one is pretty large and since I have a strong family history for cancer AND with my heart problems, my GYN sent me to a great GYN/ONC just in case it is cancerous (which Im sure its not). Im just a wee bit worried about the cancer possibility. Who wouldnt be? Ive had 2 open heart surgeries and breezed thru them so this will be a piece of cake (carrot cake LOL)
Thanks again to all..

Ali