I'm sure it's partly because of covid-19, but I've had to do so much to even get this scheduled! It took about 20+ phone calls to both surgical teams to even get them to coordinate and get on the schedule. I started calling at least 3 months ago! I was told it would probably be November or December, and then I got a surprise date in October, and then that got rescheduled and the hospital moved.
I've had to ask for everything proactively - Do I need a blood test? A covid test? to wash myself with that funky stuff in the shower that you use before surgery? It turns out that yes, I did, and it all seemed very last minute even though I kept on asking.
I'm saying this not to complain but because I realize the challenges facing those of us being treated for cancer or any other major condition. We really have to advocate for ourselves in order to get everything lined up! It's a lot of work, especially for people who are not feeling great, mentally or physically. (Luckily I am)
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