The aftereffects of the aftermath
I have put it down to
the shock the body has felt to the nicking of bits down there with regards to
the transperineal
prostate biopsy I had on Tuesday. Nary a discomfort, just sometimes one of
the awareness of vulnerability more than anything else.
There has been the
occasional tinge of pain in the perineum, and the bloody discolouration in the urine
continues, but not as much, it is in the clean-up with tissues that I might
notice the obviousness. The quantity that is passed during the night has increased slightly, however, besides that, I feel well, and I have
returned to doing the things I enjoy.
Amongst men I have
discussed this with, there is a knowing, that no one talks about it, but I introduce
it with humour that even the ladies might interject with their experiences of childbirth.
It brought to mind again my first biopsy almost 15 years ago. A deep biopsy of
the fungating tumours in my left foot, that 5 injections of Lidocaine did little
to contain the feelings the nerves conveyed to my brain.
Blog - The
looming abyss of a deep biopsy (September 2009)
Please take note for
yourself
Even during the
apparent start of this experience, an advocate has been won, I want to
stand before a group of men to make them aware of a few things.
- The need to have regular checkups.
- Having an appreciation and knowledge of the results of their bloodwork, so they can ask good questions for useful answers.
- Understanding when any result is out of range and immediately discussing this with their medical personnel for a pathway to remediation.
- Speaking up for yourself regardless of the preponderance of medical expertise around you.
- Pressing for the best outcomes whilst always seeking prompt action on the situation.
- Follow through with the advice you get along with the additional tests suggested, remembering at the back of your mind that it is your body first before you are their Guinea pig. Seek a second opinion if you need more clarification or are unconvinced of the recommended pathway.
- Do not leave anything to chance, act immediately and get full assurances and information about everything, if there is nothing else to be done, schedule your next screening, else, consider your treatment options and stick with the plan.
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