Just home after lung wedge resection

[Leigh222]

After so much anxiety about lung surgery, I was discharged this morning three days from the surgery date. It was not as bad as I'd feared.. the most painful part was the chest tube but the pain was significantly reduced after that was removed. I had the surgery because of a PET positive, speculated 1.5 cm nodule in lower left lobe which was they were unable to biopsy satisfactorily despite two attempts. It turned out to be sarcoidosis which had been stable for past 20 years but suddenly started growing and, apparently, can't be differentiated from cancer on testing. Not sure what happens next, but I'm on the mend. My thoughts and prayers are for any of you awaiting lobectomy...my experience mirrored my the other two patients in the maxi care ward who had lobectomies. Both said it was much easier than they'd expected. Take care and God Bless.

[JeanE41]

So happy your surgery went well. I hope your recovery goes smoothly and quickly.

[Leigh222 in reply to JeanE41]

Thanks so much, Jean.... take care!

[Denzie Moderator Volunteer]

Leigh, glad to hear that your worst fears went unrealized. Sorry that the sarcoidosis is active again but so relieved for you that it wasn't a carcinoma.

[Leigh222 in reply to Denzie]

Thanks Denzie... yes, I'll move on now to a respirologist who will figure out why the sarcoidosis is on the move but I'm grateful for the outcome. Take care!

[Jax4224]

Hi, I'm glad surgery went well. I am going to have a right lower lobectomy this Wednesday. I have been extremely anxious. Happy healing to us both.

[JeanE41 in reply to Jax4224]

Good thoughts and prayers for an uneventful and successful surgery. Be kind to yourself and take it one step at a time. You can do this. Don't be afraid to ask for help during your recovery and do use pain meds when you need them. They allow you to move around which helps with recovery. Will be thinking and praying for you.

Jean

[Leigh222 in reply to Jax4224]

Thanks Jax... please don't be afraid of the surgery. I was, and it was much better than I'd imagined. The pain medications keep it manageable and I was walking around the day after surgery, as recommended. Once the chest tube was removed on the second post-sx day, it was a remarkable improvement. You will do great... I'll send a prayer for you. Take care!

[Leigh222 in reply to Jax4224]

Thanks Jax... please don't be afraid of the surgery. I was, and it was much better than I'd imagined. The pain medications keep it manageable and I was walking around the day after surgery, as recommended. Once the chest tube was removed on the second post-sx day, it was a remarkable improvement. You will do great... I'll send a prayer for you. Take care!

[Faith17]

🙏👼great news. Continued blessings!!

[Leigh222 in reply to Faith17]

Thanks so much, Faith. Blessings to you too!

[Steph60]

So glad to hear that your surgery went well. Hope you hav a speedy recovery.

[Leigh222 in reply to Steph60]

Thank you Steph. One day at a time now.... take care of yourself!

[PegD]

Wonderful news! Prayers for continued healing.

[Leigh222 in reply to PegD]

Thanks Peg....I appreciate your support so much. Take good care of yourself!

[scifiknitter Blogger]

Great report! Best wishes for rapid healing and for getting that sarcoidosis back under control.

[Leigh222 in reply to scifiknitter]

Thanks so much for your support.. take care of yourself.

[FtB_Peggy]

I too pray you have continued healing, and am so very happy to hear your great news. Thank you for sharing, there is just no match for hearing first hand what to expect...you have probably helped more people today than you could possibly know. Hugs.

[Leigh222 in reply to FtB_Peggy]

Thanks so much! I wanted to share my experience because I've found this community to be such a source of encouragement and strength as I've been going through this process. I wish you all the best... hugs.

[anrean]

Leigh, so happy for you! Thank God it was not cancer!! You have done a lot to relieve some of our fears! Praying for your speedy recovery and glad this journey is coming to an end for you. Hopefully there won't be a recurrence and you can go forward with your life

Lauri-Anne

[Leigh222 in reply to anrean]

Thanks so much, Lauri-Anne! I'm feeling back to normal with profound gratitude for the support and kindness of folks like you. Take care of yourself.....