health update...

I get a sigmoid colectomy surgery sometime in the next few weeks. (and if I act now, they will throw in a set steak knives.)

I had another diverticular perforation burst, this time into my bladder and it created a fistula connecting my colon and urethra. This is my 2nd diverticulitis incident, so there isn't another option according to the judge.

I just met two of the surgeons today. There are three, one general, one urology specialist, one colon specialist. (I want House!!!) The latest fistula is near this nerve bundle used by my penis. So, there is some concern about that, ahem! They don't want to severe those nerves, else, uh...no more happy happy joy joy feelings in the `ole baby factory. That's the only tricky twist on what is an otherwise a major, but fairly common surgery.

I'm pushing for the laproscopic surgery method, but the traditional method of 15" inch incision may be needed due to the bladder fistula complication. The cool part of it in that case, is the two nipple-belly button-scar smile that I'll be sporting. They are unsure of a colostomy bag.

I feel horrible about the timing. Cheryl has put infinite amount of time, money, stress, sweat, working to pull our wedding together and this simply isn't helping. She didn't mention it herself, but its pissing me off. Not happy about that, but there is little I can do. I owe her big time. She's been very supportive and that's a real blessing.

I'm going to concentrate on getting better as fast as possible or die trying! (Humor)