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[turps]

James had his latest test today, and it was good news, it's kidney stones.

Which okay, I know isn't all good as they're horrible and painful, but it could have been so much worse.

I have to admit, the doctor and hospital have been fantastic with him, once he was on the two-week pathway everything got arranged really well and fast. I'm not going to lie, him being on the pathway was terrifying as the doctor has to spell out that blood in the urine and pain could signify very sinister things, so the last week or so hasn't been the best for either of us.

After the cannula issue of last week, James was actually phoned the next day and told a new appointment had been made for the day after, where he'd go to a special unit to get the cannula then on to the scan a few hours later. And everything went smoothly and exactly to plan, I was even allowed to stay with him despite a ban on visitors at the hospital atm due to me being his carer. Well most of the time, I obviously couldn't stay when the scan was going on.

Then today he had another procedure/test first thing, one he very much hasn't been looking forward to, but that went well too and because he was on the pathway he was given the results straight after. Results being, he's got a bladder full of debris from a stone that's already passed and two more in his left kidney that have to make their way down on their own. So yeah, not nice and he's not feeling that great still, but man, not bladder or prostate or other kinds of cancer we were warned it could be.

So now we're home before lunchtime and the house is clean and tidy as I woke at 4 am and just couldn't get back to sleep so had all the house jobs done before breakfast. So I suspect I'll be mainlining coffee while binge-watching more Downton this afternoon.



And staying on the good news theme. Now she's announced it on FB I can also say that Kayleigh's getting married next month. Only a tiny ceremony for legal reasons, with me and Lucy's mam as witnesses. My baby sister is all grown up, I can hardly believe it.

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[misbegotten]

Oh good that it's just kidney stones! Good luck to him on passing them. Ouch!

[sperrywink]

Man, I am with you on the weird in being glad it is just incredibly painful kidney stones! I hope James gets through it okay and feels better soon.

OMG, I thought Kayleigh was never going to settle down, TBH, so I am super happy for her for finding someone to spend the rest of time with! COngratulations! (don't want to be culturally insensitive).

[rikes]

Good to hear it's nothing worse, but ouch! D:

[turps]

We were both so happy it was actually kidney stones.

Though I'm sure he wishes the other two were already gone, too.

[sylvaine]

This is such a relief, I'm glad it's nothing more serious than that! Still, kidney stones suck *wince* I'm glad you both know what's going on now though!

Awww, congrats to your sister! &hearts!

[turps]

I know, right? Kidney stones are horrible and he's still in pain, but it could have been so much worse. Hopefully, he'll feel much better once the last two pass, though goodness knows how long that will. He'll be swimming in water by then, all I seem to do lately is ask if he's been drinking.

I was surprised when she said they wanted to get married. You know she's had those two long term relationships and so many other short time ones I can't keep count. But, Lucy does seem to be the one. It helps that they're both at the same life stages, which wasn't the case with Shauna and Kay.

[turps]

We were both so relieved at the news, but from what James is saying, ouch is right.

[turps]

I really hope I never get a kidney stone as they do look like they cause a lot of suffering. But yeah, we were both so relieved he got the results so fast.

The wedding is going to be tiny, but they're planning a big celebration next year, so will have that to look forward to.

[dine]

it's good to hear that it's "only" kidney stones - very painful, but better than other possibilities! I do hope they pass fairly easily

congrats to Kayleigh & Lucy! I hope their small wedding is nice, and there can be a larger celebration later on.

[turps]

It still feels weird being glad it's kidney stones, but after worrying about other things, at least those can be dealt with.

The wedding next month is going to be so small and understated, which is what they both wanted right now. When things are more settled hopefully they can have a big party with all their family and friends.

[shadowhive]

Oh that is good news! 🖤

Oh that’s awesome! Congrats to her🎉

[topaz119]

Ugh, the kidney stones sound like a mess, but (to echo everyone), yes, so much better than the c-word. And I meant to mention this earlier, but got distracted by a bit of the ongoing domestic chaos over here, but when my mom was in the university hospital (which was just, so, so good) they had a specialized "Vein Team" made up of nurses and techs who could get the stick into any vein on the first try, no matter how bad the patient's veins were (and Mom's were terrible by this point, after nearly a decade of chemo and IVs and ports and injections.) They were the best and hearing that James kinda has his own version made me smile (in that super-black-humor way that goes along with chronic illness caretaking, ♥)

It's lovely to hear K is getting married, even if it's a small ceremony for now. Happy news is especially welcome these days!

[frausorge]

I'm glad that the news isn't worse for James and that he's getting good care! I've had a kidney stone and definitely agree they're not fun, but certainly preferable to more far-reaching illnesses.

Big congratulations to Kayleigh! I wish them many years of happiness together!

[pensnest]

Agreeing, to say yes, kidney stones are horrible but can be dealt with and made to go away! Best of luck to James, and I'm very glad it's no worse.

Getting to housework before, well, um, 9am, is impressive - I am quite sure you deserve a Downton day.

[brandywine28]

I can't believe I'm celebrating someone's kidney stones, but you're right. It could've been so much worse. So...Yay?

Kayleigh! Oh, my God -- congrats to her and her intended!

[turps]

I know, it's so weird to celebrate kidney stones, especially as he's feeling so bad with them. But yeah, it really could have been a lot worse.

I'm thrilled for Kayleigh and Lucy, and am glad I'm one of the witnesses to see her marry :)

[turlough]

It's so good to hear it wasn't anything worse! I hope the remaining stones won't be too painful when they pass and that he'll start feeling better soon. *sends lots and lots of healthy and soothing thoughts to James*

That's wonderful news! Lots of congratulations to the happy couple!

[turps]

I've had a kidney stone and definitely agree they're not fun, but certainly preferable to more far-reaching illnesses.

Much sympathy for past you. Just watching James have them has shown me they hurt big time.

I'm sure Kayleigh and Lucy will be very happy together :D

[turps]

Sadly James still isn't feeling better, but from the pain patterns we're hoping he's on his last stone.

It was such great news for the two of them. It's not the wedding they'd planned, but it'll still be a happy occasions. Now we just have to hope weddings don't get banned completely due to the changing lock downs.

[turps]

I'm so late in replying, but, thank you!

[turps]

Ugh, the kidney stones sound like a mess, but (to echo everyone), yes, so much better than the c-word.

Oh man yeah, so much better. It's only recently, when he's so much better, that I've realised just how heavy the burden of not knowing was. I'm so glad we're now well past that.

but when my mom was in the university hospital (which was just, so, so good) they had a specialized "Vein Team" made up of nurses and techs who could get the stick into any vein on the first try, no matter how bad the patient's veins were (and Mom's were terrible by this point, after nearly a decade of chemo and IVs and ports and injections.) They were the best and hearing that James kinda has his own version made me smile (in that super-black-humor way that goes along with chronic illness caretaking, ♥)

I'm so thankful for people who are part of things like the vein team. They're so needed and often work magic. It would have been the same for your mom, but I hate seeing people try to get blood from James and causing nothing but pain. I mean, it's not their fault, but there comes a point where you need a load of experience and skill to deal with people that are away from the 'norm'.

[turps]

Agreeing, to say yes, kidney stones are horrible but can be dealt with and made to go away! Best of luck to James, and I'm very glad it's no worse.

Ridiculously late reply, but yeah, I totally agree.

And thankfully they're finally gone and hopefully won't come back.