Pain meds
Hi Linda,
I decided not to go through changing the medication. A big part of the reason is because the doctor at the pain management clinic was vague and didn't explain what the plan was afterwards. This left me feeling unsettled. I went back to my family doctor and explained how I was feeling, she completely understood and was 100% supportive of the decision I made.
In answer to your question regarding the suboxone. I was told it was supposed to help with the pain but also was to help with the withdrawal. There was far to much unanswered questions
Ann :-)
In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.
Surgery July 22, 2011 Starting weight 270 128 lbs lost Today's weight 142 lbs Ann
Hi Ann...
So sorry to learn of your kidney cancer that is now under control.
I did not have kidney cancer but kidney failure due to Diabetes. I was on dialysis until a kidney donor (GIFT OF LIFE) was found. I had a pancreas/kidney transplant 10 yrs ago now. No Diabetes now.
Interesting that the doctor had to turn you on your side to do this WLS! I had the VSG the normal way as in a laporascope. Both new organs were placed in the front of my body as the kidney's are found in the back and the pancreas is more difficult to find in the back but it is there. In short, I live with one donated kidney having both kidney's removed. My VSG surgeon knew my concern re the scar tissue that will have developed at my 14-hr txp surg.. My new organs were below the laparacope but he did have some scar tissue but delt with it and I had no complications or severed nerves....Wouldn't that call for a lawsuit for incompetency? Just my opinion as this has interrupted your life.
As far as the medicines for your kidney, calling the mfg was a great idea by one of the posters here. Maybe look on the pc for interactions of medications for half a kidney or having one kidney. I try to stay alert for new meds given to me as I don't want any complications from meds on my txp.
Gabapenton (Neurontin) is a drug for Diabetic foot pain. I've been on that for yrs before txp so it is safe. Non-narcotic...Nerve pain is so debilitating. I have severe back pain (aging) and I never thought of Dilaudid...I don't want to be an addict to it but pain is pain and I don't do well with "PAIN".
One last thought, I did not have the RNY due to malabsorption from my anti-rejection meds...I couldn't take that chance. However, I don't think you have that to worry about.
Good Luck to you...
alese inFLorida
Thanks a lot Alese for all your info and kind words, it sure does mean a lot. Regarding the surgery for RNY I had that surgery done lying on my back. The kidney surgery was done on my side because of the RNY and the scare tissue from that surgery.
I don't believe that the surgeon is to blame for cutting the nerve. I think it was one of those unforeseen things that happen.The doctor has since tried to do what he can to help me so I dont hold him responsible.
Thanks for your help, it means a lot
Ann
In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.
Surgery July 22, 2011 Starting weight 270 128 lbs lost Today's weight 142 lbs Ann
Hi Ann!!!
I don't have much info to give, so i'm sending you a big HI and a hug from me!!
Kelly
Surgery March 23/2011. Completed three full marathons and two half marathons, two half Ironman distances. Completed my first Full Ironman distance (4 km swim, 180 km bike, 42.2 km (full marathon) run) in Muskoka August 30/2015. Next Ironman Lake Placid July 23/2017!