As I was going into surgery for my bladder sling I felt very anxious but I tried to stay on the positive side keeping in mind that this surgery has a high success rate and is pretty routine for these doctors. Once I was on the table everything seemed to happen so fast; first, the oxygen; then, the anesthesia ; and then, I woke up.
I spent the night in the hospital and I was only able to leave after I could pee by myself. I was eager to go home so I was a model patient. Upon discharge I removed my bladder leak pad and headed home. I’ve been home just over a week now and so far, so good…I’ve had no leaks and no full on accidents. I can drink water without fear.
I am beyond relieved that the surgery is over and that it seems to have worked. I have an appointment soon to get the staples out, and in another few weeks I’m due to see the urologist who did my surgery. She will measure flow and scan my bladder. That should be the final step in this journey to dry pants.
I cannot stress enough how relieved I am…my whole nervous system is.
My Phoenix Rising 