Illness it's a bugger ennit ?

Snowfire · Post by **Snowfire** » Tue Apr 16, 2013 12:11 pm

Yeah that really sucks. I reckon though, that you have the kind of character to help you beat this kind of thing. You will always find a friendly ear or two here if you feel the need. I wish you all the very best.

AnneBoleyn · Post by **AnneBoleyn** » Tue Apr 16, 2013 1:19 pm

Bryn Mawr;1424640 wrote: That's as shitty a piece of news as can be

:yh_rotfl

That's funny.

Bruv, laugh as often as you possibly can. It's the best medicine of all. :-4

tabby · Post by **tabby** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 9:35 am

Sending get well wishes from Virginia, Bruv and hoping that you have a speedy recovery and an easy time of it. It sounds like you have a strong constitution in general which is a plus!

Is the presence of bowel cancer & the lymphoma a coincidence or is common to have both conditions at the same time?

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 9:41 am

That is another question to add to my list for my pre-admission clinic on Tuesday.

I am not a greedy person, suppose it's on offer at the moment two for the price of one.

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 9:41 am

Good question Tabby

I don't believe one is related to the other

certainly if you have a poison/disruption is your system it can/will cause other issues.

Patsy

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 9:48 am

Bruv;1424726 wrote: That is another question to add to my list for my pre-admission clinic on Tuesday.

I am not a greedy person, suppose it's on offer at the moment two for the price of one.

Colon Cancer Treatment (PDQÂ®) - National Cancer Institute

I still want to see you In your modesty shorts.

Often bowel cancer Is associated with spreading to the lymph nodes.... the article Is a good read.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 9:58 am

I will not be doing any research on the internet............I have been warned off.

I shall get all my answers from the physician treating me......................if he's got the time.

Snooz · Post by **Snooz** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 10:00 am

You probably should ignore most of the comments from the peanut gallery on here as well, next you'll be told that you've got leprosy and bubonic plague.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 10:20 am

Bruv;1424733 wrote: I will not be doing any research on the internet............I have been warned off.

I shall get all my answers from the physician treating me......................if he's got the time. Horses for courses Bruv. I did a lot of research but then, that's me and we all approach Illness differently. The Important thing Is that the NHS will get you the best. I have never been able to fault them during Peter's cancer and lung conditions.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 11:51 am

I said I'm sorry! I really did think it was leprosy. Who could've guessed it was just really bad acne?

TÃ½r · Post by **TÃ½r** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:07 pm

Bruv;1424609 wrote: Good news.....I get new pyjamas, and jockey shorts (my wife tells me.....Im a y front sort of bloke)Ah, a photo opportunity presents itself. I look forward to seeing your new album.

Six days in hospital sounds ghastly unless you have a nursing fetish. I do hope they get it right first time and sort you properly.

eta: you'll need a dressing gown too.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:27 pm

SnoozeAgain;1424734 wrote: You probably should ignore most of the comments from the peanut gallery on here as well, next you'll be told that you've got leprosy and bubonic plague.

Peanut gallery ?

Monkeys do you mean, or they are all nuts ?

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:35 pm

oscar;1424737 wrote: Horses for courses Bruv. I did a lot of research but then, that's me and we all approach Illness differently. The Important thing Is that the NHS will get you the best. I have never been able to fault them during Peter's cancer and lung conditions.

I am not opposed to research, but when you are too close to the subject, and you have an active imagination like me, it is best you curb going down too many blind alleys, looking for generic symptoms, when every case is unique.......I know I am unique.

AnneBoleyn · Post by **AnneBoleyn** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:36 pm

You are wonderfully unique. You are Bruv.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:37 pm

Accountable;1424742 wrote: Who could've guessed it was just really bad acne?

Bugger me.......you telling me I am the victim of a dyslexic Doctor ?

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:49 pm

TÃ½r;1424762 wrote: I look forward to seeing your new album. Have you finished with the old album yet, I may have to charge you extra.

Six days in hospital sounds ghastly unless you have a nursing fetish. I do hope they get it right first time and sort you properly.

eta: you'll need a dressing gown too.
Never met an unbecoming barmaid or nurse.

Barmaids improve as the night progresses, suspect the opposite with nurses depending on your length of stay.

I don't want your cast off Gowns, I want a suave silky one.

And finally Thank you.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:50 pm

AnneBoleyn;1424766 wrote: You are wonderfully unique. You are Bruv.

Less of the wonderful......................these days.

AnneBoleyn · Post by **AnneBoleyn** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 3:39 pm

Bruv;1424772 wrote: Less of the wonderful......................these days.

It doesn't show. On FG you're still fabulous! :yh_hugs

Snooz · Post by **Snooz** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 4:43 pm

Bruv;1424763 wrote: Peanut gallery ?

Monkeys do you mean, or they are all nuts ?

That'd work too.

Peanut gallery = cheap seats where the hecklers that throw peanuts sit.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 4:57 pm

You may wish to tidy the chuff area before admittance Bruv...

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 8:15 pm

Bruv;1424768 wrote: Bugger me.......you telling me I am the victim of a dyslexic Doctor ?
Different leper. Long time ago. I don't like to talk about it.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:52 am

Update......

Got a phone call this morning, they have brought the op forward from 3rd May to 30 April.

Some thing tells me it is essential to get it done quickly.........or they had a cancellation.

Im opting for the cancellation

TÃ½r · Post by **TÃ½r** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:21 am

It does sound like a diary adjustment, three days. If you've not got that outer integument yet though, you're pushing the delivery window.

nb: I've adjusted the style, on account of what you said about adjusting the style.

AnneBoleyn · Post by **AnneBoleyn** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 7:20 am

Bruv;1425099 wrote: Update......

Got a phone call this morning, they have brought the op forward from 3rd May to 30 April.

Some thing tells me it is essential to get it done quickly.........or they had a cancellation.

Im opting for the cancellation

The quicker the better. You are 'lucky' to have a surgical option, believe me. :yh_shamrk

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 7:33 am

Don't panic... It's usually the case that a bed Is free.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 11:30 am

I haven't panicked or worried since I heard.......worryingly.

I am concerned about a stay in Hospital though.

Integument for the less learned amongst us.

Number two daughter came bearing everything I might be wanting for my stay, Jamas, slippers, boxer shorts,fleecy dressing gown, tooth paste, shampoo, deodorant, shaving foam, super dooper new razor.........I asked if she was assisting the surgeon.

theia · Post by **theia** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 12:26 pm

Definitely the cancellation, Bruv...that's the way it works. Wishing you all the very best and bear in mind what you posted in my "what is my point" thread some while back. I found it very uplifting.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 1:14 pm

Bruv;1425133 wrote: I haven't panicked or worried since I heard.......worryingly.

I am concerned about a stay in Hospital though.

Integument for the less learned amongst us.

Number two daughter came bearing everything I might be wanting for my stay, Jamas, slippers, boxer shorts,fleecy dressing gown, tooth paste, shampoo, deodorant, shaving foam, super dooper new razor.........I asked if she was assisting the surgeon.

Make sure you take plenty to read also. If you're In for a few days, much of that will be sitting around. Also plenty of fruit juice or something like that. Wax earplugs available In Boots are a godsend If you are In a ward... 20 people snoring Is not funny.

You'll be woken at around 6 am with your first cuppa of the day. Breakfast at 8 am. lunch around 12.30 pm, afternoon tea and bikkies around 3 pm and supper around 5 pm. You'll be offered a milky drink at around 7 pm. Lights out at 9 pm.

I wish you the very best.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 2:42 pm

theia;1425134 wrote: Definitely the cancellation, Bruv...that's the way it works. Wishing you all the very best and bear in mind what you posted in my "what is my point" thread some while back. I found it very uplifting.

Oh no......what........ did I say ?

Are you sure, thats not like me.

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 2:43 pm

oscar;1425138 wrote: Make sure you take plenty to read also.

I wish you the very best.

I have recently refound the joy of reading, the pictures are much better than films aint they?

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:39 pm

Bruv

Take it as a Thankful cancellation - the sooner the better, get this procedure over with.

Your lucky to have this option

Thank You for keeping us posted with your updates and I hope Bruv that you continue to do so.

Patsy

AnneBoleyn · Post by **AnneBoleyn** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:44 pm

I recommend "Shogun" by James Clavelle (sp?) for your hospital stay if you haven't already read it. Very engrossing, you'll get lost in it.

eta--a manly read!

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 4:32 pm

Patsy Warnick;1425149 wrote: Bruv

Thank You for keeping us posted with your updates and I hope Bruv that you continue to do so.

Patsy
This sort of started as a recommendation for the NHS, had no idea it would end up here, not saying it's ended as yet though of course.

I will be asking if I can have a laptop with me so I can visit here, to give all the details immediately in technicolour.

AnneBoleyn;1425151 wrote: I recommend "Shogun" by James Clavelle (sp?) for your hospital stay if you haven't already read it. Very engrossing, you'll get lost in it.

eta--a manly read!

I have two books set aside already, I don't have them to hand though.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:14 pm

Bruv;1425099 wrote: Update......

Got a phone call this morning, they have brought the op forward from 3rd May to 30 April.

Some thing tells me it is essential to get it done quickly.........or they had a cancellation.

Im opting for the cancellation
Only 4 days? Definitely a cancellation. If it were an emergency we'd be reading a quick note from a family member ......... You have designated a family member to log in and keep us up to date, right?

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:23 pm

Accountable;1425156 wrote: Only 4 days? Definitely a cancellation. If it were an emergency we'd be reading a quick note from a family member ......... You have designated a family member to log in and keep us up to date, right?

I will be updating you all myself.......wont I ?

Snooz · Post by **Snooz** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:26 pm

Yes you will, in great detail.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 6:14 pm

Bruv;1425158 wrote: I will be updating you all myself.......wont I ?Dunno. I'm not the one recommending multiple books to get lost in. :-3

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 1:11 am

SnoozeAgain;1425160 wrote: Yes you will, in great detail.

Not too much is it ?

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 1:12 am

Accountable;1425161 wrote: Dunno. I'm not the one recommending multiple books to get lost in. :-3

Two books for a six day stay is not 'lost in'

Snooz · Post by **Snooz** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 3:15 am

Bruv;1425169 wrote: Not too much is it ?

You might have misunderstood, I'm one of those people that wants to hear all the details.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 3:19 am

Bruv;1425170 wrote: Two books for a six day stay is not 'lost in'
Oh good. :yh_sweat

Seriously, though, keeping you in my thoughts.

YZGI · Post by **YZGI** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 8:19 am

Get well Bruv. Hope they let you have a lap top, you tend to be the only UK'er that gets a few of my jokes.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 8:49 am

Seriously bruv, check out the charges for Internet connection. Also be very wary of paying out for the television over your bed and the phone. It really Is a rip off,

theia · Post by **theia** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:31 am

Don't read books during your hospital stay, Bruv, write the book you promised to write in the what's your point thread...not forgetting, of course, that your agent needs the money.

Snowfire · Post by **Snowfire** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:34 am

YZGI;1425182 wrote: Get well Bruv. Hope they let you have a lap top, you tend to be the only UK'er that gets a few of my jokes.

You tell jokes ?

Well I had no idea :wah:

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 12:21 pm

SnoozeAgain;1425171 wrote: You might have misunderstood, I'm one of those people that wants to hear all the details.

Right......you asked for it.

About todays pre-admission Clinic.

The reality has just kicked in........this is NOT a dream or a bad joke.

The good news first, I can have a laptop in there......thats the end of the good news.

After a general chat about allergies, medications, family medical problems, past illnesses, weight taking, height etc etc

We got down to the nitty gritty.

They want me to take some 'buildy uppy' juices for a couple of days previous to admission. A change of diet with minimal roughage for the three days before admission.

The day before there is the disgusting concoction I had for the colonoscopy, but split over two days. Starting the night before, the other packet early morning before admission.......luvely stuff.

That lady handed me over to the Physio Therapist who told me how to cough up my phlegm, the need to breath deeply regularly, and to wriggle my toes, and to get up off my butt as early as practicable........that is my shortened version, but the basics are correct.

Then I was passed to the Stoma specialist nurse...deep joy.

It might be keyhole it might not, I might need a stoma bag, I might not.

I was shown how it all works, now that was interesting, amazing what they do these days......and to me too.....shudder.

Then I had an ECG, if thats what they call it.....think I am right. Then another blood test, another one due the morning of admission.

I carried home a carrier bag of all the stuff, a stoma practice kit, various pamphlets, booklets, and a container for the 'sharps' I will have to self inject to stop blood clotting.

And it all kicks off next Tuesday at 11.00 am

All part of lifes rich tapestry...................sigh..

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 12:23 pm

theia;1425188 wrote: Don't read books during your hospital stay, Bruv, write the book you promised to write in the what's your point thread...not forgetting, of course, that your agent needs the money.

Theia please direct me to where I said this, not denying it, just can't recall saying it out loud, I do ramble on.........sometimes.

YZGI · Post by **YZGI** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 1:00 pm

Snowfire;1425189 wrote: You tell jokes ?

Well I had no idea :wah:
:yh_rotfl

Apparently only American ones..:-2

Bruv · Post by **Bruv** » Wed Apr 24, 2013 2:48 pm

A phonecall at 5.30 am this morning told me my brother ,junior by four years, had died following a heart attack.

This evening his daughter tearfully told me how sorry she was that his demise might hinder my situation.

Now that is a funny emotion to handle.

Snooz · Post by **Snooz** » Wed Apr 24, 2013 2:54 pm

Bruv;1425252 wrote: A phonecall at 5.30 am this morning told me my brother ,junior by four years, had died following a heart attack.

This evening his daughter tearfully told me how sorry she was that his demise might hinder my situation.

Now that is a funny emotion to handle.

That's heartbreaking but bless her for thinking of you like that. My condolences.