As previously noted, surgery was performed yesterday to install stints in my left and right kidneys. The surgeon decided to install in third stint in the right kidney since it was not draining well into the bladder. Went in at 9am and was home by noon along with my new catheter friend. Slept for three hours yesterday afternoon which is the longest I have slept since August.
Went back to the Dr. this am to have the catheter removed (after they filled the bladder and made sure it was working) . Have to go back tomorrow and give them a urine sample to verify again that the stuff is working.
Positive results from the surgery:
All pain from the kidneys is gone. What a relief.
Energy level has improved although I am still pretty weak.
There is no cancer in the left kidney and the bladder. The Dr. installed two stints in the right kidney to get around the cancer area.
Next major test is the MRI on Jan 5. The oncologist will determine a protocol after the test results are in on Jan 5.
Challenges still out there…appetite and desire for food is not there (I do not recommend the cancer route for a weight loss program)… will address the kidney cancer with the oncologist.
Our family continues to appreciate your prayers and encouragement.
Praying for you. Hope your MRI and oncologist visit goes well. Praying for peace and perserverance. Love you guys. Bob and Barb
By: Bob and Barb on January 4, 2010
at 3:35 pm
Since it is New Year’s Eve go ahead and follow Paul’s advice to Timothy and “…take a little wine…”
GOD bless and Happy New Year!!!!
By: JIm MacNally on December 31, 2009
at 2:14 pm
Thank you for keeping us all updated. We are thankful that your surgery went well and that the pain has decreased. You are in our prayers.
Love you both,
Ashley & Myles
By: Ashley Gordon on December 30, 2009
at 9:49 pm
Glad your pain has subsided. Always great to hear good news. God Bless. ~Terry
By: Terry on December 30, 2009
at 5:49 pm
Bob
You continue to be in my prayers on a regular basis. Will be out from work until mid Jan due to some back surgery but please call me at home at 704-541-3329 if I can help with anything at CMC.
Greg G
By: Greg Gombar on December 30, 2009
at 12:14 pm
“You keep me going when times are tough – my bedrock, God, since my childhood.” Psalm 71:5
I will continue to pray – knowing that God loves you more than anyone can imagine and that God is good – all the time.
I have such wonderful memories of our times together at Charlotte Christian and Calvary Church. God bless you and yours. Love, Joyce
By: Joyce on December 29, 2009
at 11:06 pm
Praise God for such good news. God has heard our cries on your behalf. We will continue to keep you and your loved ones in prayer.
God be with you Bob as you work with your oncologist as to what the next step should be in your treatment. Thank you, again, for keeping us informed.
You are such a blessing. Rich and I are always so glad to see you at our small group studies. You are such a trooper.
Love to you and Suzie,
Chris & Rich
By: Chris on December 29, 2009
at 8:37 pm
We are so relieved that surgery went well. I have been checking the blog every couple of hours so thank you for posting so quickly. Danks and I will continue to pray for all things concerning you and of course Suzie, Scott and Krista.
We love you guys!
danks and renee
By: renee on December 29, 2009
at 6:19 pm