This is very new for me to get on a site and connect with others but, you people seem like the group. 5 years ago I had surgery for colorectal cancer. Took awhile to heal but did pretty good. I really felt all was well. Unfortunately polyps have been growing like crazy the last couple of years. Now my colon is so brittle and inflammation is quite severe. My gastroentologist is nervous that he will not find cancer in time or the bowel could be perforated during examination. Anyway, in short for familial reasons I am "high risk" for colon cancer to return... it is not "if" but "when". So I had a choice.... to go as I have been going ... frequent colonoscopies where they may not find the cancerous polyps in time, continual removal of the ones they do find OR have a subtotal colectomy. I am choosing my best chance at life.... the "gratitude" surgery I call it. (Although I am very scared as I wait for my date.) I certainly did not like my last surgery. This one with be more invasive. But, I will have my terrific surgeon back. All the medical team I had will be the same so I am not nervous about them.
Funny, I was just at the point that I had control over my bowels.... things going well.Started even putting the "cancer thoughts" way, way in the back of my head.
My life is pretty good. I have an awesome husband and family. My new grandson just arrived! I have a lot to live for.... so here goes .... I am on this forum for support. I trust I can also support others.