I'm getting out!

kayandok
kayandok Member Posts: 1,202 Member
in Ovarian Cancer #1
I still can't believe the sweet words I just heard from my doctor. "Would you like to go home?" 8 days ago, I checked in, had major surgery (6 hours) and a very rough few days. I turned a corner a couple days ago and feel great today.Have to pack up, but will check in later with more details.
Hugs to all,
kathleen
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  • clamryn
    clamryn Member Posts: 508
    #2
    That is GREAAAT
    Oh Kathleen, you have made me so happy. I am jumping for joy for you.

    Linda
  • clamryn
    clamryn Member Posts: 508
    #3
    That is GREAAAT
    Sorry double post... but hey.... I am still happy happy happy for you.
  • carolenk
    carolenk Member Posts: 907 Member
    #4
    clamryn said:

    That is GREAAAT
    Sorry double post... but hey.... I am still happy happy happy for you.

    Thanks!
    Glad you were well enough to let us know you are doing well.

    (((hugs)))

    Carolen
  • Barneygirl
    Barneygirl Member Posts: 90
    #5
    Wonderful
    Glad you had a successful surgery. It will feel so good to be back home!

    Laura
  • jbeans888
    jbeans888 Member Posts: 313
    #6
    Good good news true teal
    Good good news true teal warrior
  • mopar
    mopar Member Posts: 1,972 Member
    #7
    WHAT WONDERFUL NEWS!
    The best news I've heard all day! Wish I could give you a big HUG!
    Monika
  • zinaida
    zinaida Member Posts: 221
    #8
    Good going Kathleen! Good
    Good going Kathleen! Good for you! (((HUGS)), Zina
  • dreamer007
    dreamer007 Member Posts: 61
    #9
    going home
    that is great news... your own bed, is going to feel soooo good!!!!
  • poopergirl14052
    poopergirl14052 Member Posts: 1,183 Member
    #10
    dreamer007 said:

    going home
    that is great news... your own bed, is going to feel soooo good!!!!

    it's time
    to start packing and celebrate first. Hope you are feeling strong. Do you plan on going home to Japan or stay in the states for a while?? Safe travels and call us when you get home..val
  • carolyn45
    carolyn45 Member Posts: 100
    #11
    Yippee!!
    Tears came to my eyes when I read your post. I'm so very happy for you. Those days after a big surgery are SOOO hard! But you're bounding back beautifully. Have a safe, uneventful trip home. We'll keep up the prayers.
  • kayandok
    kayandok Member Posts: 1,202 Member
    #12
    poopergirl14052 said:

    it's time
    to start packing and celebrate first. Hope you are feeling strong. Do you plan on going home to Japan or stay in the states for a while?? Safe travels and call us when you get home..val

    Fortunately,
    I had to catch a cab with my little 79-year-old mom and was delivered 5 minutes later to the hotel. We are very comfortable here and so close to whre I need to be for now. Just great to be out of th hospital! I will go back on Monday to start removing stitches (have to do it in 2 or 3 shifts). Then Wednesday or so the chemo essay comes in, so we will discuss the next step. If I can receive this chemo that will be the "magic bullet" for me in Japan, I will head back as I regain strength. If not I'm looking for options for here.

    ON a side note, the day I went in before surgery to pay my surgeon, I asked the administrator who they were using for thier chemo essay company, so I could negotiate with them ahead of time. A small Asian gal was sitting there and said, "That would be me!" As it turns out, they are a new company (will have to list info later) and ony charge $450max for those wih no insurance or whose insurance won't cover it. They want to make is possible for everyone who needs an essay to be able to get one if they need one. My mouth dropped open. I was charged $20,000 before and negotiated down to $5000, 4 years ago. So, there is movement about to support getting this essay, in a very practical way. Felt like a huge confirmation to me that day that I was doing the right thing and on the right path.

    k
  • Cindy Bear
    Cindy Bear Member Posts: 569
    #13
    There's no place
    like home. No place like home. I am so happy to hear you are out of hospital. You are an amazing woman. So strong, determined and steadfast. I wish I had your discipline and strength. Hoping you can get the silver bullet treatment in Japan. Big hugs coming your way
    Cindy
  • Mwee
    Mwee Member Posts: 1,338
    #14
    kayandok said:

    Fortunately,
    I had to catch a cab with my little 79-year-old mom and was delivered 5 minutes later to the hotel. We are very comfortable here and so close to whre I need to be for now. Just great to be out of th hospital! I will go back on Monday to start removing stitches (have to do it in 2 or 3 shifts). Then Wednesday or so the chemo essay comes in, so we will discuss the next step. If I can receive this chemo that will be the "magic bullet" for me in Japan, I will head back as I regain strength. If not I'm looking for options for here.

    ON a side note, the day I went in before surgery to pay my surgeon, I asked the administrator who they were using for thier chemo essay company, so I could negotiate with them ahead of time. A small Asian gal was sitting there and said, "That would be me!" As it turns out, they are a new company (will have to list info later) and ony charge $450max for those wih no insurance or whose insurance won't cover it. They want to make is possible for everyone who needs an essay to be able to get one if they need one. My mouth dropped open. I was charged $20,000 before and negotiated down to $5000, 4 years ago. So, there is movement about to support getting this essay, in a very practical way. Felt like a huge confirmation to me that day that I was doing the right thing and on the right path.

    k

    Happy, happy news!!
    I'm so thrilled to hear that you are doing so well.... AND I agree that you are on the right path. It took great courage to go through all this. Also, excellent news about the price of of the chemo essay!
    ((( HUGS to both you and your Mom ))) Maria
  • jloe
    jloe Member Posts: 174
    #15
    Fabulous!
    You are so strong and have been through hell and back. I hope you get to go home where you can do all of your treatments. I'm sure your family cannot wait to see you! OXOXOXOXOOX
  • pjdreams
    pjdreams Member Posts: 77
    #16
    Very happy news
    Kathleen,

    Great to hear you're better and on the mend. Must really lift your spirits to get out of the hospital and heading back home. So glad for you.

    Sending strength and love for continued progress.

    Paula
  • NCEllen
    NCEllen Member Posts: 115 Member
    #17
    So Happy For You!
    What a wonderful day for you. Hope you're relaxed and settled soon. Safe travels, Ellen
  • tjpt16
    tjpt16 Member Posts: 27
    #18
    NCEllen said:

    So Happy For You!
    What a wonderful day for you. Hope you're relaxed and settled soon. Safe travels, Ellen

    Super!
    That's great news, Kathleen.
  • lindaprocopio
    lindaprocopio Member Posts: 1,980 Member
    #19
    tjpt16 said:

    Super!
    That's great news, Kathleen.

    On the mend! That's wonderful!
    I feel very very optimistic for you, Kathleen. So happy for you!
  • Cafewoman53
    Cafewoman53 Member Posts: 735 Member
    #20
    Great News !
    Have a great recovery ! Keep the good news coming.
    Colleen
  • kikz
    kikz Member Posts: 1,345 Member
    #21
    Cafewoman53 said:

    Great News !
    Have a great recovery ! Keep the good news coming.
    Colleen

    I am so happry
    for you Kathleen. I hope you continue to feel well. That is great about the financial aspect, too.

    Karen

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