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    momof4

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    March 23, 2008 at 11:01 pm

    Newbladder,

    you are very welcome…I hope that when the catheter is removed you can get a good nights sleep…that is so helpful in your recovery too.

    Karen


    Caregiver for my Wonderful Husband Angelo, who has Metastatic Bladder Cancer.

    Life isn’t about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain.

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    Newbladder

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    March 23, 2008 at 10:05 pm

    Thanks for you advice Karen. The pain is aggrevated by lying down. I am having my catheter removed tomorrow. Hopefully this will allow me to sleep in a more anatomical & comfortable position. It is also difficult to walk without favoring one side. This web site is really very helpful & educational. Thank you.

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    momof4

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    March 23, 2008 at 2:59 am

    Where is the back pain?

    Remember that you were put in various positions on a hard surface during a lengthy surgery. It may be the stent as you suggest, but it may also be sore muscles, a nerve, or your kidneys…I had 4 C-Sections and I know that your posture and the way that you walk and sleep after abdominal surgery can put a strain on your back…quite a few of people complain about leg pain and back pain after an RC…Try not to over do it, or push yourself. You should still be resting and off your feet quite a bit. Also, remember that your kidneys are an intricate part of the “Plumbing” (so to speak) that has just undergone a tremendous shock, your kidneys are in your lower back on either side of your spine. If this is where your pain is, I would tell the Dr. right away. I am sure that it is possible to have some blood work done on the same day they remove your catheter. They can and probably will check your kidney function (creatinine levels) to rule that out or in.

    I know there are others who have had the surgery (I have not) that will chime in with more specific and helpful information…

    As for the loose stools:

    Have you ever heard of the “BRAT” or “Bratty” diet? It is used for those with diarrhea (I use it for my children when necessary) it includes: Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Tea, Toast and Yogurt).

    Please check with your Dr to make sure you can have any or all of the above.

    Wishing you well,
    Karen


    Caregiver for my Wonderful Husband Angelo, who has Metastatic Bladder Cancer.

    Life isn’t about how to survive the storm, but how to dance in the rain.

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