10 years ago-having a Radical Cystectomy

Bella, I moved your post as it deserved its own thread. As I do not know what type of diversion you are going to have I can not address that side of things. The pain side of things is for the most part well handled according to most who have been there. You will be on the hospital until your bowels start working again the amount of time varies from person to person, in my case it was seven days. The best thing you can do for yourself is to walk as much as you can as it will help a great deal. Walking will be slow at first but try to do a little more everyday. When you get home you will need someone to help for a few weeks. I am sure you have more questions please just post them and I am sure others will chime in. Know that this is hard but the message we would send you is that it is doable. Good luck and keep us updated we are here for you.