Hi Everyone,
I haven't been on the boards in a couple of months, due to a lot of medical issues that I've had to address. Just a bit of background, I am 35, and both my dad and sister died from colon cancer at very young ages (41 & 28). I have had 7 colonoscopies, and with all of them I have had polyps. In May 2006, I had the genetic testing done, and I am positive for AFAP. In August 2006, I noticed a lump on the top of my left foot, and my doctor ordered a MRI. The lump on the top of my foot, was a benign tumor. It's linked to the polyps. I was diagnosed with Gardner's Syndrome. With this being said, I am having my colon removed hopefully by July or August of this year. At this point, I am not sure which pouch is best. I am meeting with three different board certified colon-rectal surgeons over the next two weeks. I am overly depressed and just don't know what to expect. I've only been working at my company for 1 1/2 years, and I am not sure whether to apply for short term disability, which doesn't guarantee my job, or FMLA, which does, because at this time, I really can't afford to be off without any income. For those who have experienced some of what I am going through, I'm hoping you can give me some words of wisdom and keep me in your prayers.
Thanks,
July