2010 Can't Get Over Soon Enough!

Jean 0609

What a year! I can't wait for it to be over. I went to a urologist today, because my last few urine samples have had small amounts of blood in them. I have to have another ultrasound next week. Then on December 20 I have to have cystoscopy. They wanted to do it on December 1st, but that is my exchange surgery. Hard to coordinate all these doctor appointments.

Has anyone had a cystoscopy? Just wondering how uncomfortable they are.

Just something else for me to worry about.........Can't take much more...

Hugs, Jean

ccincin

hope it goes well
For you! I'm not sure what that is but just doesn't sound any fun! How do you know there is blood in urine? are you in pain when you go? Do you test for it?
And I agree...bring on 2011!!!

Jean 0609

ccincin said:

hope it goes well
For you! I'm not sure what that is but just doesn't sound any fun! How do you know there is blood in urine? are you in pain when you go? Do you test for it?
And I agree...bring on 2011!!!

Hi ccincin,
A Cystoscopy is when they use a Cycstocope (like a telescope or microscope) to see inside your bladder & urethra. This all started last December when I had pain in my lower left side of my stomach. They did a urine test and that's how they found the blood in my urine. I have no pain when I pee and I can't see the blood. Hugs, jean

cahjah75

Jean
it never ends, does it! I think my sil had that test a few years ago. She was peeing frequently but not much was coming out. She has to avoid anything with caffiene and other foods. I do know she takes medication. Unfortunately I don't know whether the test itself hurt. Try not to worry about it. You have enough going on with the exchange surgery coming up. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
{{hugs}} Char

missrenee

cahjah75 said:

Jean
it never ends, does it! I think my sil had that test a few years ago. She was peeing frequently but not much was coming out. She has to avoid anything with caffiene and other foods. I do know she takes medication. Unfortunately I don't know whether the test itself hurt. Try not to worry about it. You have enough going on with the exchange surgery coming up. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
{{hugs}} Char

Jean--it all just sucks doesn't it?!
My friend had microscopic blood in her urine--went through all the tests, cysto, IVP, etc. and guess what--nothing found. Hopefully, this will be you too. I think they numb the urethra, it's a bit uncomfortable, but like we all say here--doable!!

I'm sure CypressCynthia would give you the professional low-down on the procedure.

Good luck,
Hugs, Renee

Stace_aka_Pollyanna

Oh Jean... wishing I had a
Oh Jean... wishing I had a big fast foward button for you Haven't heard of the procedure either so I can't advise. Know we will all go with you for the poke and prod... and whatever else you have to go through to get to the finish line!!

Blessings and hugs,
Stace

linpsu

Jean
You have been through so much already - what a bummer to have to deal with all this new stuff. Prayers to you for a positive outcome from your procedure!
Linda

smalldoggroomer

You sure have been through
You sure have been through the wringer haven't you. I'm sorry for what your going through. And Yes it will be nice when this year is OVER. I pray they don't find anything and you bladder is clean. take care Kay

disneyfan2008

sorry to hear rough year
I will be thinking of you...and hope things calm down and have some peace

MyTurnNow

The gift that keeps on giving!!
Yes, this whole cancer journey sucks!! Try to focus on the positive things going on...like your upcoming exchange surgery. I just had mine last Monday and I can promise you some relief from the rocks on your chest. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and know we're with you all the way!!

VickiSam

MyTurnNow said:

The gift that keeps on giving!!
Yes, this whole cancer journey sucks!! Try to focus on the positive things going on...like your upcoming exchange surgery. I just had mine last Monday and I can promise you some relief from the rocks on your chest. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and know we're with you all the way!!

Here .. Here ... Can't start on why I want 2010 to
be over ... otherwise, I would vent, text and email for days ... ... Come on 2011! I can hardly wait.

Vicki Sam

Giant Poodles

VickiSam said:

Here .. Here ... Can't start on why I want 2010 to
be over ... otherwise, I would vent, text and email for days ... ... Come on 2011! I can hardly wait.

Vicki Sam

I had that test about twenty
I had that test about twenty years ago. It does not hurt. You don't feel anything. No worries.
Rhonda

Noel

linpsu said:

Jean
You have been through so much already - what a bummer to have to deal with all this new stuff. Prayers to you for a positive outcome from your procedure!
Linda

Sending prayers and cyber
Sending prayers and cyber hugs!

jnl

MyTurnNow said:

The gift that keeps on giving!!
Yes, this whole cancer journey sucks!! Try to focus on the positive things going on...like your upcoming exchange surgery. I just had mine last Monday and I can promise you some relief from the rocks on your chest. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and know we're with you all the way!!

I've never had this test,
I've never had this test, so, I can't offer any info on it. Want to wish you good luck with your surgery.

Hugs, Leeza