Today was the day, our visit to the Cleveland Clinic for cat scans and office visit.
Our experience went like this,first blood work was done, then Gene had to drink about 32 ounces of liquid to light up his kidneys and pelvic area to see if any return of cancer was present. He also received a injection before the test. Our office visit proved to be a happy experience, no signs of any cancer. Dr. Campbell gave us the news with a big smile on his face. Then Gene wasn't smiling as he did a rectal exam to check the area where he once had a bladder. Next they cathed him , flushing the area taking some of the liquid for testing. An explanation was given but I left the room and Gene doesn't remember what he said. Just can't leave them alone for a minute..I will find out. A chest exray was done in December so there was no need for it to be done again....thats a load off for us, One comment I found interesting was, Dr. Campbell said with this cancer its likely for a reoccurrence to show up in the first 12 to 24 months. So we are safe for now, and look forward to getting the same news in 6 more months!!!!! This is what our surgeon did at the 6 months post-op, compare it to your experience, the same for you,? and the ones who have it coming up soon, THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TOO!!! Oh,,,we have an appointment on the 24th with Dr Laken, he specializes at the Cleveland Clinic in how to regain your sexual function after an r/c, the shot will be discussed, if Gene is a candidate with a heart attack and 4 stents 2 years ago.
If he gets the all clear we will give it ago, Dr. Campbell showed us where the shot is given, its not directly into the penis but in the skin at the base where it is loose.. the needle used is a diabetic needle which is very thin and short for no discomfort. I left the room then too!!! YIKEES!!! 3 people in a room looking at my husband penis, too much for me!!!
Ginger
