I've been dreading posting this....UPDATE 11-13-01

[TeresaNJ]

I've put this off for several days now as I kept deluding myself, but sadly I informed Linda today that I have to cancel going to DIS-Con.:( Trying not to get too personal here, but I've been battling a recurring left ovarian mass for quite some time, had surgery to remove it 1 1/2 years ago, but alas it has returned with a vengeance, growing quite large and painful. I've been on hormones for a few weeks to see if it would shrink, as the surgeon was a little concerned that he would not be able to remove it laprascopically, and would instead have to do more invasive surgery, because this time the ovary will have to be removed also. Anyway, it has grown a little smaller, so hopefully the recovery period won't be too long, but I couldn't take a chance that I'd feel well enough to do DIS-Con, especially considering all the activities involved. I am majorely disappointed, but also feel a little guilty, as others have much worse problems than mine.

I'm sure you'll all have a wonderful time, and hopefully I'll be able to join you next year.



Hi everyone! I had my surgery yesterday and it went pretty well. I was really scared initially, as prior to taking me into the OR, my gyn doc introduced me to another surgeon who he asked to assist in the surgery, and he told me he was a gyn-oncologist. I almost fell on the floor! My doc said he jsut wanted to be sure of everything. Anyway, as it turns out, I have such severe endometriosis that it has caused my uterus to attach to my bowel, plus the endometrial tissue is everywhere, so in the near future I will need to have my uterus and left ovary removed, but they didn't do that yesterday. The doc said he wasn't prepared to find what he did, and there was too great a risk of perforating the bowel and then I would end up with a colostomy, so they only drained the cysts that were there, which would relieve some of the pain. So I only ended up with three small incisions. I'm not looking forward to more surgery, but if that's what I have to do then that's what I'll do. I'll just make sure it's done early enough that I can attend next year's DIS-Con. Thank you all for your good wishes, you are truly all good friends.

[glo]

Oh No Karen...I was so looking forward to seeing you.....I am so sorry to hear about this..it is more i mportant that you take care of you, and be healthy for next years event. Again, be well and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. HUGS!

[Towncrier]

I'm so sorry that you won't be able to make it to DIScon, but it is important that you take care of yourself and get well. Prayers for a quick recovery. Get well soon.

[Patrick IL.]

I am sorry too:( I remember talking to you on the phone at the cape meet:) I hope you are feeling better soon- I will keep you in my prayers for a speedy recovery.

[DumboOrBust]

I'm sorry you can't come, but TC is right. You need to take care of yourself. There's always next year. {{{Hugs}}}

[perfectmatch300]

TeresaNJ, so sorry to hear your news! :( Barry & I really enjoyed meeting you at the Cape Cod meet this past summer, and we were looking forward to seeing you again.

{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}

John is right though. The most important thing for you right now is to take care of your health. After all, DIS-CON is supposed to be an annual event, right. This way we'll be looking forward to seeing you next year. :)

[NancyIL]

That is disappointing news. I hope your recovery will be speedy, and you'll be able to visit WDW very soon.

[Mackey Mouse]

OH NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hugs to you, I am so sorry that this happened at this time.. I know we were all looking forward to seeing you both again.. Take care and get well soon.

[mnbrowns]

No words can express my sorrow. You'll be missed.
God Bless.

[Barb]

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. I had no idea. Yes, we will miss you, but as everyone else said, you need to take of yourself right now and you need to get better. And, there is always next year! Please, take care and get well soon. {{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}

[BelleMom]

TeresaNJ, I am very sorry! I will keep you in my prayers and I am sending your way all the pixie dust I can possibly gather down here. Lots of {{{{HUGS}}}} to you! Hope we can meet on the next DisCon!

[luvdsny]

:( I am so, so sorry to hear your news. :( I know how disappointed you must be. But as most have already said, your health is Numero Uno when it comes to priorities!!

{{{hugs}}} to you and ~*~pixie dust~*~ for a speedy and full recovery.

Hope to meet you next year at DIS-Con 2002. :)

[TeresaNJ]

This is why I am so disappointed. You are all such wonderful people and I was so looking forward to meeting you all, plus again seeing the new friends I met at the Cape Cod meet. Oh well, things could be worse I am sure. I'll just look forward to reading all your wonderful reports and live DIS-Con vicariously through you. John, thanks for offering to host the Adventurer's Club meet. Actually, Harry and I were at Disney with my kids last week for a trip we already had planned, and we went to the Adventurer's Club to check it out so we'd know what we were doing for the meet. We had alot of fun and I'm sure you'll all enjoy it. Maybe someone will have a meet in the near future that we can attend so I can see some of my DIS friends again soon. Everyone please keep me in your thoughts on Monday, as although I am a nurse, I'm still a little scared. I'll let you know how it went.

:) Teresa

[Snowwark]

I'm sorry to hear of the troubles you're having Teresa. Lots of positive thoughts and ~ pixie dust ~ to you, for a quick recovery!


Kim

[disneycub]

As one who has learned this lesson the hard way (several times), it is best that you take care of you and your health. You've made the right decision, and know that we are all behind you, hoping and praying for the best.

We'll see you next year, OK?

[Tiger Fan]

Oh I am so sorry this is happening. My prayers will be with you for a speedy recovery.

Lisa

[Sandra B.]

I'm sooooo sorry:(
Sending you lots of pixie dust.......

[NurseKim]

Oh, Teresa, I was so looking forward to seeing you and Harry again! Take care of yourself and I hope you're feeling better.

[RaySharpton]

I am so sorry to hear this. I pray that you will be alright.

Sincerely, Ray

[FairyGodfriend]

Teresa, I'm so sorry you don't feel well and had to cancel :( Take Care {{hug}}

[KarenNY]

My prayers are with you for successful surgery and a speedy recovery.

[Dan Murphy]

Thanks for the pm, Teresa. My prayers are with you and best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery. My meeting you has just been postponed. Take care.

[Pumbaa_]

I am so sorry to hear about your surgery. I am wishing you well and sending pixie dust ~*~*~*~*~*~**~~*~* your way! Take good care of yourself!

[TeresaNJ]

Bumped for update!

[Mackey Mouse]

Just read your update, I am glad the surgery is over for you. Hope you are on the mend and are painfree. Hugs..

Just schedule the other surgery so that you can attend next year's Dis Con.. Lots of us were looking forward to seeing you both again.. Take care and be well.. :)

[luvdsny]

Oh Teresa......sounds like good news/bad news. I'm glad this surgery is behind you though. And it's great that the doctors know exactly what is wrong now. ~*~pixie dust~*~ and {{{hugs}}} for the up-coming surgery. Hope to see you at DIS-Con next year. :) :) :)

[NurseKim]

Hi Teresa! I don't even know what to say about your surgery. I'm sure it's not what you expected the MD to find. I hope that this surgery has brought you relief to your pain.
Take care of yourself...better yet, let Harry take care of you! ;)

[glo]

Hi Teresa!!!
I am glad that your surgery is over, I know how nervous you were about it. I am sorry you will have to have more surgery.I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Please keep us updated..I was looking forward to seeing you and Harry again you are such a fun couple.....hugs and do what you need to do so we can all see you again soon!

[Towncrier]

Teresa - So glad that you came through surgery OK. I am glad the the doctors have a plan of action and that they were able to give you some relief from your pain. Prayers for continued healing. I hope to see you and DH again real soon. Perhaps I'll have to make another trip to the East Coast. And don't forget that you promised to come to Yankee Peddler. :)

[bashful64]

I'm glad to hear that your surgery went well. I hope that you are fit as a fiddle for next years DISCON although we will miss you this year.

[TIGGERSMOM]

I sorry to hear you won't be there I was really looking forward to seeing you again. Had such a good time meeting you and Harry at the Cape meet.

Take care of yourself and hopefully will see you at the next Cape meet.

[perfectmatch300]

Teresa, glad to hear you made it through today's surgery OK, but sorry to hear you still have some ahead of you. Thanks so much for letting us know how it went today. Hope it helps to relieve your pain. Sorry we won't be seeing you at DIS-CON.

[dvc_bwv]

Teresa,

Sorry to hear you won't be at DIS Con, but your health is more important. Glad it went well today, and hope your next surgery will be fine. Pixie Dust sprinkled for you ~~**~*~*~*~*~*~*~~ There's always next year!