Stent Update

derMaus

I've had my stent for three weeks now and am happy to report no problems thus far. To recap, they tried a nephrostomy tube (aka pee bag) but couldn't insert it because the tumor was in the way. The urologist gave 30% odds of being able to insert a stent; with odds so low I thought why even try? Plus, I was really, really apprehensive based on poor Cheese's horrible experience with her stent. And, the whole idea of a stent - a piece of plastic permanently stuffed up your ureter - sounded horrible. Mercifully, the surgery was a success and, after 48 hours worth of pain (think of the worst UTI you've ever had) things settled down and the stent and I are co-existing relatively well. The stent is actually doing it's job and my circulatory and fluid retention issues have abated dramatically. Some days it's more sensitive and I move in a gingerly fashion, and I often have what feels like low-level premenstural cramps, but this is very manageable compared to what others have experienced.  I start my new chemo next week - Torisol, an IV version of the Everolimus that Lulu was taking - which will hopefully shrink the tumor that's pressing on the kidney and ureter. Meanwhile, I'm eternally grateful that thus far the stent has provided nothing more than minor and intermittent irritation. Thanks to all of you who offered encouragement ! 

oldbeauty

What a relief!

literally (you) and figuratively (me).  So glad to learn that you have regained function and a degree of comfort.  I wish you peace and confidence as you head in to your next treatment.  Best wishes.  Oldbeauty

Jairoldi

What oldbeauty said

So glad you've found relief and wishing you everything good and great as you continue your treatment.

Donna Faye

So good to hear

Have looked daily to see if you have reported how the stent was working and how you were feeling. So good to know things are better. You write so clearly and we can get a great understanding of the way your treatments go. Wishing you all the best feelings and good vibes I can muster.

TeddyandBears_Mom

So happy to hear this update!

So happy to hear this update! I hope you have amazing success with the new treatments.

Love and Hugs,

Cindi

EZLiving66

So so glad to hear the stent

So so glad to hear the stent is working, Bobbi, and you are starting on your new chemo. I am praying this works to shrink those tumors. Just being out of pain is such a relief! Please keep us updated on your progress. (((Bobbi)))

Love,

Eldri

LisaPizza

So happy for this

So happy for this

MAbound

Yay!

So happy that this is being manageable for you and doing what you need it to! Let's hope that your next step with chemo goes well, too. It feels like such a relief to hear something go right for you! 

Forherself

Your persistence pays off again

Another good decision for you.  Now praying that you can enjoy some goood days.   We are cheering for you!!

ConnieSW

Good news

I'm so glad to learn your experience with the stent is a positive one. 

BluebirdOne

Beating the odds again!

You have shown a remarkable resiliency that is so admirable. None of us know what is in store for us down the road, but I only hope I can face adversity and thrive as you have. Not to mention your extraordinary support of others while you have been fighting so hard. Glad to hear of the good news.

Denise

cmb

Moving forward

I'm so glad to hear that the stent has relieved some of the pain that you were experiencing, with mostly tolerable side effects. And I'm sure that getting rid of the excess fluids is also helping you feel better.

With this big step behind you, onward to Torisol to shrink that persistent tumor!

Wannabeatit

Good news!

Good news!

Kaleena

Hugs!!!

so happy to hear you are getting some relief.    I know that first day when you get the stent in is like......I don’t know how I’m going to do it.....  then it finally calms down

sending you sone positive vibes to help shrink those tumors

all the best

Kathleen 

SF73

So glad to hear that surgery

So glad to hear that surgery was a success. Wishing you all the luck with the chemo sessions.

Armywife

Woohooo!!!!

Oh, derMaus, I'm so glad to hear this wonderful report!  Onward.  So proud of you, brave girl.  I learn from you every time you post.

jan9wils

Glad you are getting relief

Glad you are getting relief and the stent is working. Now for the everolimus to do its job.

barnyardgal

I'm so glad to hear your news

I'm so glad to hear your news! What a relief! I've heard good things about everolimus!

Lulu7582

Yes good to hear!!

Glad the stent is working, now for the chemo to do it's job and shrink that beast. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you an easy chemo cycle and managable side effects!! xoxo

MoeKay

Hope the good news keeps on coming

I hope the chemo is working like a charm and big congratulations on the good news with the stent!!  I like your urologist's style; better to be conservative on the statistics beforehand than to over-estimate the odds of success and end up with a disappointed patient.