Removing both ovaries and uterus (though the latter is not a priority) and the colorectal mass and some nearby lymph nodes. Will attempt to reconnect colon but if that adds a great deal of time or anything else isn't going well, will skip that part for now.
It is a longer and more risky surgery but seems no other choice. You also can't just up and have colorectal surgery. Now I get to drink a bunch of Miralax in the next 5 hours and I forget what else... need another blood transfusion. It's déjà vi all over agaiin.
And bonus I just spiked another 103 fever!
Well, if I don't send another update, catch you on the flip side, cancer-free?
All the Ballards are sending you love and strength and are cheering for you like crazy. This sucks so hardcore. XXX
ReplyDeleteGood luck Erin, We are all praying for you to beat this! Sending you hope and strength and courage for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. - Christine, Barbara & Bill
ReplyDeleteYou got this
ReplyDeleteYou are unbelievably amazing. Hang in there. Sending lots of love from your other annoying little sister. :-) ~Amy Bancroft
ReplyDeleteYes, unbelievably amazing. I have a print of a mouse facing me (with the look of strength) in front of this looming cat and the caption says to "Do one thing a day that scares you". Well Erin, you definitely have that covered and that is okay. I know I would be, wondering and hoping, but you will see strength you never had and will succeed with the surgery. Wishes of strength and luck are in my thoughts to you, Trish
ReplyDeleteErin,
ReplyDeleteYou are in my prayers. You've got this! Stay strong and kick cancer's ass!
~Taryn Peachey
Praying for positive outcomes and really great nurses. Hoping Ryan and the kids are doing ok. Kick this thing!
ReplyDeleteLori Hunter
Thoughts and positive energy are being sent your way. Your gonna beat this!
ReplyDeleteJay
Good luck tomorrow Erin! You are going to beat this thing! You are in my thoughts and prayers every day.
ReplyDeleteCorina
Sending lots of positive thoughts and strength your way, Erin. You've got a huge army behind you. We'll be thinking of you today.
ReplyDeleteHope the surgery goes well and that you wake up comfortable. Lots of positive thoughts from Jack and Abe's family!
ReplyDeleteErin, We are all praying incredibly hard for you. This cancer b.s. if very close to home for our family & we have passed your name onto our Prayer Warrior's. I had a long run today (b/c I run for my dad and mother-in-law) & it's all about running to fight cancer & being alone with my thoughts and God. I thought about you the ENTIRE time and I had a huge talk with God. You are loved by so many people and we are all rooting for you. I love you Erin. Stay strong and keep up your positive spirit. Much Love, Courtney, The Crowley Fam and all our Prayer Warriors.
ReplyDeleteWe love you Erin!
ReplyDeleteMike Karen and Lainey.