Hi guys!
I'm wondering if anyone out there can help me with some questions, or provide some details of their own regarding some post op issues that won't seem to go away. I'm sorry, there may be some yucky details ahead.
I had APR surgery on 1/25, incisions were laparoscopic, everything went as planned and colostomy was created. I was in hospital for 8 days, wound vac and catheter for 6 of those. Drainage in hospital was very minimal. After 2 weeks discharge started and I've been on antibiotics off and on for 5 weeks since. Things just last week seemed to be clearing, very little discharge and pain was much more tolerable. I then started Folfox after being delayed 4 weeks, and my antibiotic cycle ended this past Sunday. Things seem to be coming back again?? Drainage has increased, and color is returning. The wound is deep, approx 3inches where it hasn't closed. Has anyone else experienced these kinds of setbacks with their perineal wound? I really look forward to sitting comfortable someday.
Next question, same area. I've had some discomfort urinating since the middle of my radiation treatments. Mainly a little burning, frequency, just not the norm. I was hoping things would clear eventually. Since surgery, things have gotten worse. Strong burning, the feeling of not being able to empty, frequency, but the most concerning lately is pressure, it feels as though I'm only able to pass 1/4 of what would be my normal flow. I have a pain similar to a small piece of glass or sharp object stuck in there. I do believe there was a little blood present as well.
I'm sorry for all the gory details... this has been quite a ride so far. I just want to look forward to the day where I can enjoy my kids, husband, family, and feel a little better again.