I had the orchiectomy surgery around 3 pm yesterday and left the hospital packed tightly down there....Got nervous about peeing...but it was a breeze (before I left). Was feeling some pretty decent weird pain....got home and made a quick dinner of thinly sliced prime rib in au jus with horseradish..on soft rolls..(French dip) with coleslaw. Took two Tylenols... Watched a couple of Netflix shows and was feeling a little less pain. I took a Tylenol PM (since it was all I had for sleep) and a couple of 10 MG melatonin and I was out like a light! This was around 9:30 pm. I don't remember anything until 5 am this morning. Was lying on my side with my puppy in my arms. For a few minutes forgot completely about the surgery...I was so comfortable. I had to go pee (not urgent)...went and found my friend who is staying with us sitting on the living room sofa awake...playing on his cell phone. I went into the bathroom and peed and went back to bed. I fell back to sleep. When I woke up again...pain was less than yesterday and I felt good. I decided to go and "look" for the first time. Everything looked fine...I also did #1 and #2 with no problems. With the packing pulled down almost 90% of the pain went away. I will be switching to tight underwear and a pad (an extra thick one to proved "packing") just after noon today...figured I would keep the packing on for almost 24 hours. After the best night's sleep in months...I actually feel GREAT. Did NOT want to push anything, so I did not go on my puppy's parade around the neighborhood this morning. He is resting comfortably with me in bed. Life is Beautiful! Will keep "y'all" posted as the journey continues.
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Was for me. Day after, I had surgery to rebuild my left thumb. Concurrent recovery for less time off work. Cleared with Dr.s after 6 weeks, but company said I needed another month off and put me on mandatory med leave--for thumb. Orchiectomy was a breeze.
Since I AM the staff and a bit under the weather... that shelf is holding fresh laundered shorts and tee shirts for my recuperation time. I was wondering if anyone would notice... lol.
He certainly is the joy of my life... he was born the month I was diagnosed with cancer. As a tiny puppy he went to several of my radiation sessions. He’s certainly been with me 🥰
Had mine 11 months ago, stitches came out a little too early and it took a bit longer to heal with a small infection, I went to my GP's Nurse rather than the Hospital and she did a great job looking after me and it all turned out well.
After Surgery I couldn't pee and they put a Catheter in overnight, I was fine the next day and went home.
No catheter and I been peeing fine. Glad you got the infection treated quickly. Did you have implants? My surgeon said they increased the risk of complications so I opted out.
I am reading and will be following, as I mentioned on Nov 2 I get the snip. F@#$% just typing that makes me stressed, lol. But I have made the decision to go ahead.
A speedy recovery to you, and please keep posting updates.
I’m wishing you are as lucky as I. I’m already feeling great. Showered a couple of hours ago and put on a tight pair of briefs with a thick pad in it and I’m super comfy. It’s going to be hard for me to not go in the evening puppy walk, but I’m determined to try to err on the side of caution. Don’t plan to start back my walking schedule until the weekend. I am already cooking and cleaning but try to lay down as much as I can 😊
I wish you the best....
gJohn
Hey greatjohn: I lost my little bastards about 18 months ago. They'd gotten to be like jelly beans, and that was kind of depressing! I think you'll love not getting those big needle sticks. The biggest benefit for me was sleeping though, with no need to be careful while turning over and lying on stomach (no prosthetics for me).
thanks Ralphie...I have decided I am in "Stage 5" cancer. Stage 4 wasn't enough to contain me...I've moved on. Who knows? Stage 6? Stage 7? Life is still very good and I'm still feeling pretty great! Hoping much health for you as well....one step at a time....on the journey.
Your posts are greatly appreciated, informative and helpful. Don't know if this will also be in my future, as I haven't considered it as a possible option for me.
Sorry to ask the question, but what made you decide to do this?
hmmm. I just wanted the "easiest" path along the journey. Going in for bloodwork every month takes about 20 minutes. When the Lupron Depot is added every three months, I am there about an hour and a half (sometimes more). A gain in NET POSITIVE LIFE! Also chemical castration is harder on the heart (they say) than actual castration. It's also cheaper...LOL...so I am saving my insurance quite a bit if I stay in this newly invented(by me) stage 5 cancer for a lot more years (as I plan to do)...
Wonderful! Hell man good for you, sleeping, peeing, poohing, cooking, relaxing, (make sure they are in the right order. Eating whatever you like, sounds like heaven. You'll be walking you best friend soon enough Do you feel any lighter?
I hope they got em all
Polyorchidism is a very rare condition. Men with this condition are born with more than two testes, also known as testicles or gonads. There are only about 200 known reported cases. In the vast majority of cases, the individuals have three testes.
GJ now the deed is done will the cancer stop spreading is that the plan,
I'm always hoping the cancer will "stop spreading"...so far it's only shown up in 3 places: one on pelvic bone and 2 on lymph nodes....After radiation early this year to the 3 spots...bone is gone and the two lymph nodes are less than 1/2 size. That said....this procedure shouldn't really have any affect on the cancer's growth...it's just another option for "castration" rather than using Lupron(chemical) to do the "trick".
Thank you for the update and glad to hear you are doing well. I may go down that same road. Side effects are such a pain sore muscles and achy joints I assume are from the Lupron shots, my boys have done their job so one day I may have the same thing done
side effects you are describing (I believe) come from "castration"....whether it's Lupron induced or surgery induced...so they should be the same. Harmful side effects on the heart are lessened by "actual" rather than Lupron induced (chemical) castration. I'm hoping the "ups" and "downs" are less like a rollercoaster with this new route. Day 2 after surgery and woke up feeling like I had nothing done...while still in bed...and only barely notice it while walking. Still keeping a low profile and NOT doing anything strenuous (weight lifting) or walking the dog) yet.
My husband had his orchiectomy 2.5 years ago. He always sailed through all the maiming treatments over his years of affliction. He is a man of few words but said the orchiectomy was the worse thing he has been through.
I think we chose the wrong butcher/surgeon as the healing process was so long. He just wouldn't stop bleeding and was generally miserable. However, he is still alive after 19 years of pCa. We never thought he would live long enough to enjoy all the comorbidities piling on.
mjbach, saddened to read of your husband's terrible issues but relieved that he is OK. After our son was born in '78 my wife had a major bleed with BP dropping and was wheeled into surgery to stop it. Was told that another pregnancy could cause complications so at 27yo I had a vasectomy to eliminate any chance. April 2015 got my PCa diagnosis so with wife we met the urologist for results and treatment consultation. He said ADT and treatment to follow and I said OCHIECTOMY NOW. Less than 24 hours later the boys were gone with no issues. Was back bicycling the following week. Found another doctor to treat my Gleason 10 and he also came up with an immunotherapy cocktail injection plus has me on Testosterone injections so all of the SE's from the orchie don't surface unless I miss my injection day.
I'm feeling so "well" already...actually better than I have felt in almost a year...(since radiation for 3 remaining cancer sites found on axumin pet scan)...yesterday and again today....I have a lot more energy and I am having a hard time NOT going on the walks...but I am determined not to rush the healing process.
Good for you, John! For the next week, don't try anything requiring energy and especially don't lift anything over 3 pounds, 5 pounds the next week, and never over 10 pounds for the first month after surgery. I wish you all the best as you continue your fighting journey.
Schitts Creek was a favorite in this house. We were sorry when they decided not to keep going. The. characters name Roland Schitt still makes me giggle.
Grateful that you let us into your recovery. It will be valuable to compare your experience with the experience of the ADT- (I'm going to say) afflicted of us.
Hey GJ it’s so satisfying seeing stories like yours. Congratulations on the successful surgery and easy recovery. I am at the beginning of this PCA journey and I admit I’m quite scared. I had prostatectomy in July 2019 G7(4+3). My first Lupron was August 2020 and I am due for the 2nd one in just couple of days. No radiation so far because I want to know more after my PSMA Pet scan coming November 3rd. Reading your experience and others about orchiectomy it makes me consider It as an option. Aside from hot flashes Lupron did not seem to have other major effect on me but I am scared about the SE on the heart since I have high blood pressure. Thank you for posting your experience and for the energy and positive attitude you exude.
Glad to hear you are feeling better and sleeping Great♥️ Not everything has to be just right with your clothes, lol. Always will there be clothes to fold. Just rest♥️
I don’t think that is actually true, however it is supposed to be better on the heart...so for some that could translate to longer or perhaps better life/quality of life.
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