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[Richie London]

been awake since 2am. tried counting sheep byt they wont keep still. got real bad news at hospital yesterday and cant get it out my mind.  was gonna get car done this weekend but now pointless bothering. cant make any plans for next couple of months now. 

[Banjax]

hey Richie, in my experience people worry about all the unknowns, I'd speak to your doctor and get them to go through your concerns, lack of sleep wont be helping you think straight either and the more info you have the easier it is to rationalise and deal with your worries 

hope that doesnt sound trite - all the best bud 

[Richie London]

they ex plained everything what was going to be done,and what will happen after. and if i dont have it done. i have basically 2 choices which neither are not good. i was so unaware how bad my situation was until yesterday and its frightening.  although i'm trying to think positive its pretty hard.

[Dishevelled Den]

That's sad news indeed Richie and I hope that things eventually come good for you.

Although things have been explained to you a chat with a nurse practitioner or someone from a support group, about the practical aspects of whatever you will be facing, will give you an idea of how other people have approached and dealt with the physical nature of your condition and how they’ve handled their recovery.

All the best.

[Lazydocker]

I feel for you on the lack of sleep front Richie

I do hope that they get you sorted as best they can... I get the impression that you, like me, are usually active and generally fit. I know I've been knocked for six with my recent problems and have to work hard not to let it get me down. Last weekend was a real morale booster for me, getting away from home and having a weekend of constant p!$$ taking and jokes did me the world of good... Any chance you can go out for a day or 2 with some good friends and just "take your mind off" the troubles? :-?

All the best Richie and remember... There are always people worse off than ourselves, even if it doesn't feel like it

[Richie London]

basically there is a chance i may lose my eyesight or get menengitis from this operation. if i dont have it done then i must expect the worse. they know the tablets wont halt the spread now so have to go to central middx hosp now within 28 days.  so just have to see and hope for the best now.

[Lazydocker]

basically there is a chance i may lose my eyesight or get menengitis from this operation. if i dont have it done then i must expect the worse. they know the tablets wont halt the spread now so have to go to central middx hosp now within 28 days.  so just have to see and hope for the best now.

Unfortunately Rich, it appears that you have no choice but to go and have the op... Is it a high risk of those side effects or are they just warning you to cover all bases?

[Richie London]

 my eyesight has got worse over the past few weeks due to it spreading but was told there are high risks involved and all 3 surgeons will be present when i go under. but i guess they are covering themselves whuch i can understand. mind you i look pretty cool having to wear sunglasses all the time

[Field Marshal Dr. Opti]

Try and keep as chipper as you can Richie. Anticipation is often far worse than the reality....

[PhilRich]

Sorry for the late reply Richie, just seen this! Bloody Hell what a Bummer mate!!
Remember, the Docs have to cover all the angles when they tell you Rich, so think about nothing but the best possible outcome mate as that's the one you'll undoubtedly end up with 
Mind you, i'm not sure how you'll cope with coming out of the operating theatre looking like Sheryl Cole  Lets hope you don't talk like her as well mate or you'll get some funny looks in your Local!

Chin up Son, we're all thinking about you & wishing you Well 

[Nickbat]

Sorry to hear about this, Richie. Think positively, old son. I know that's easier said than done, but do try!

Wishing you all the very best.

Nick

[Martin_1962]

I saw the figures for dieing while having surgery.

I worked out that if you put the same odds of people in a room more poeple would die there than having an operation therefore it was safer!

[sotmh]

There are always people worse off than ourselves, even if it doesn't feel like it   

I understand this comment is an encouraging comment. I don't purport to know the answer but from my own experiences, what I  understand is that whatever someones going through is unique to them and when it is the first experience of this it can be very hurtfull, disheartening and indeed very very troubling and therefore can be very hard to handle mentally, as so many thoughts will be on your mind consistantly.

As its been said on here, it can knock you for six resulting in you not knowing how to handle it. Physical injuries/traumas etc always take time to heal but the associated psychologcal aspect  could possibly take longer, injury dependent.

So i suppose what I am saying Phil, is that the physical (surgery) side is inevitable and just as there are those who will be there to help so there will be those who can help you in overcoming the psychological aspect.  but I'm sure there is so therefore as already said by a member, check with nurse practioner/or google.

You will come through the op fine and look forward to doing what makes you happy.

[phender]

If an op is the last resort, then best to get it done.
Had an op done on myself recently, and i'm soooo glad I did.
I was reluctant at first, but my family convinced me in the end, and now that nagging pain has gone for good.