quote:

Originally posted by ebony:
Hello all-Well how amazed when I saw FIL in hospital yesterday-doing really well-only 3 days post op but obs and everything going brilliantly. Will be kept in HDU for further 24hours then possibly transfer to ward.....the treatment and care form Drs and Nurses has been first class....he is in good spirits

quote:

Originally posted by JohnD:
Hi Jilly, thanks - I was a bit freaked when I saw the size of the incision on the abdomen, but it never really caused any pain thankfully.

I had what seems to be standard over here - 35 days of radiation treatment with some overnight chemo (cisplatin). In truth, it doesn't seem like a year since surgery, time has flown by - but I'm very pleased with the progress given where I started from. Having cancer has certainly taught me the virtue of patience and taking one day at a time!

How long has your husband had the tube in? My first tube was called a 'RIG' and settled down real quick. I had that replaced after a few months with the 'balloon' type which I found more prone to causing discomfort, although by that time I was beginning to wean myself off it anyway. If it doesn't settle down maybe you should see about getting it changed or adjusted, might just be the position it is in.

good luck,
John

quote:

Originally posted by jilly:
Hi John, Was that painful having them take it from your abdomen rather than your forearm? My husband had his forearm. His G tube is really hurting his stomach. Did you have chemo or rad? You must feel so good having one year behind you. We can't wait.

take care,.

jilly