Colonoscopy - only 1 polyp. No concerns

 

Colonoscopy complete.   Last hurdle jumped over.  They only found 1 polyp today, so no complications.  I was slightly fearful that they would find something and that would lead to a lot of other tests.  Thankfully, she found nothing alarming.  

I am all set for my surgery now.

Alan comes this week and I will be playing a LOT of golf (27 holes a day).  Since I figure it may not be until June or July that I get to play again.

Both of my sisters are coming out for the surgery.  I need to see both of the before and especially  AFTER the  surgery.

Full steam ahead for my March 12th – 19th cruise.  That will be a great week of fun.

Then March 20th.  Step 1 in the new fight.

Comments

  1. AnonymousMarch 9, 2023 at 5:15 PM

    Hi Jim. Thank you for posting on this blog. It helps everyone, near and far, keep up with your journey. We have read all your posts and are encouraged with you being with good doctors at a good hospital. You are young, strong and have an awesome positive attitude. We are sorry that you and Deb are going through this journey, but you are kind and considerate and have a lot of friends and family supporting you. We will continue to pray for you. Our best wishes. Julie and Pete

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  2. AnonymousMarch 14, 2023 at 6:04 AM

    Good luck with everything Jim hope all goes well we are praying for you.... Ronch

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  3. Natasha ChercoMarch 17, 2023 at 10:53 PM

    Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way Jim! Looks like you are in good hands. Good luck with the surgery!

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  4. CameronMarch 19, 2023 at 10:52 AM

    Hope you had a fabulous cruise. Prayers for you and Deb tomorrow!

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