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Primary peritoneal cancer

Nothappy
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Hi all, I’m new to this so I might ramble! Sorry! I was diagnosed with PPC in May. Have had 4 cycles of chemo, 2 pleural effusions and 2 ascitic drains amongst countless other stuff. Had an iron IV and blood transfusion this week in preparation for Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC this coming Sunday. Don’t want to appear rude but I have had excellent nurse led support and information so far so I’m not looking for that on here but I really would like to hear from anyone that has undergone this surgery particularly in regard to post operative recovery. I’m mentally very strong so I’m not phased by this, it is what it is and I have my head in a good place re the surgery. I know everyone is different but first hand experience is invaluable. Can anyone share their experience or give tips / ideas / advice to help recovery please? Thanks for your support! 

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat, Nothappy and please don't apologise for rambling - this is exactly the place for it.

    It sounds like you have already been through a lot since May, with the chemo, the effusions, the drains and now preparing for surgery, and it is clear from how you have written this that you are approaching Sunday with real strength and a settled mindset, which is no small thing.

    Thank you for being so clear about what you are looking for. It is completely understandable that after such thorough support from your nursing team, what would help most now is hearing from people who have actually been through Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC themselves, particularly around what recovery looked like for them. Hearing first hand experience really can offer something that even the best clinical information cannot.

    I do hope others on here who have had this surgery will see your post and share their own recovery journeys with you soon.

    Wishing you all the very best for Sunday, and please do let us know how you get on.

    Best wishes,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

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