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Terry:
I’d advise the doc of the sore lower back. Could be a lot of different things, but might be worth calling the office and advising them. Sometimes if the bladder is not emptying there can be reflux back into the kidneys and that can cause a sore back.
Does the fuzzy feeling always happen after your cat has sat on your shoulder? Cat hair up your nose will cause a fuzzy feeling (OK, bad humour!).
All the best on the 18th. Did you and your surgeon decide on a diversion? Just remember that the early days after surgery are challenging, but don’t get discouraged. Take advantage of the community nurses who come to your home (or should) and keep in touch with us. Walk lots and eat little bits at a time in the early days. Ensure your “constitution” is functioning properly and stay on top of that (bowels). Keep an eye out for infection (chills, fever, pain) and get treated if it happens (it is quite common, it seems). Pamper yourself, but be diligent about getting up and dressed and doing something every day. That will help physically and mentally even if it is a walk to the end of the driveway and back.
Greg