A Month Later

[Bob cp]

Well, a month ago today (32607)was the surgery that removed the right testicle.
A month has gone by, and I've been told I probably need further treatment as a precautionary step, but it is not until April 5 that I see Dr. Williams in Indy. This leads me to some questions. If I end up having RPLND surgery; one that to my understanding is much more extensive and an even longer incision than the orchidectomy, how long is the normal recovery period?

I am grateful that they got the bulk of the cancer out. I would tell anyone that the moment you notice something is not its normal state with a testicle, go to the doctor, get an ultrasound.

Don't wait!



Bob
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Diagnosed: 2/14/07 Right Orchidectomy:2/26/07 Removed 1.6cmX 1.5cm lesion demonstrating hemorrhagic appearance in mid portion. Larger lesion of 3.0cmX1.0cm in superior portion adjacent to epididymis. Mixed germ cell seminoma 60% embryoma carcinoma 40% Primary tumor pT2 with vascular/lymphatic invasion.
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[Bob cp]

Thanks Chris

Bob

[Margaret]

Hi Bob,

You may be able to do some seraches here to find some great posts about RPLND.

For my husband, the quick version of the story, it was 7 days in the hospital, walking after the first day, painful but given medication to help with that. Walking with comfort 4-5 days after surgery and 4-5 days post surgery allowed to drink something. 2 weeks post surgery on a zero fat diet and back at work part time. 4 weeks post surgery, enjoying his normal routine. 8 weeks post surgery, able to pick up our 7 year old son with no discomfort.

I hope this helps and feel free to ask if you need anything.

Margaret