It feels like we won the cancer lottery today! My final pathology showed clear margins and negative lymph nodes and we thank our lucky stars. What a feeling of relief and happiness.
We also confirmed all of my symptoms are normal for the most part although I experienced more lymph fluid edema due to my increased water intake (not recommended). Dr. G. confirmed it is okay to ice the perineal area and that walking/activity is good but can cause more swelling so should be balanced with equal time with my feet elevated.
Pearls:
- Don't drink too much water! As in my case this will actually make the lymph edema worse. (I had NO idea and was drinking huge amounts of water to prevent constipation and thinking it would decrease risk of urinary tract infection with the catheter)
- You may be able to drive as long as you're not on certain pain medications
- You may be able to work out as long as you don't feel pain (get the okay from your doctor!)
The next follow up will be 6 weeks from today in late August. I am sure some nervousness will precede this visit but for now I should sleep like a baby tonight and I will make the most of tomorrow!
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