After a very long, draining day, we can finally put this dreaded day behind us. Everything went as well as we had hoped and Alec is hanging in there. His surgery lasted about 4 hours and then he was in recovery for another 4 hours. We were able to see him and although he was in a lot of pain, he looked good and was getting rest. He is able to push a button which will administer his pain meds and hopefully he will be as comfortable as possible all night.
Dr. Shellito called after he finished operating and told me that things went well and he took out the "large bulky tumor". He said it was a rather difficult surgery becuase the tumor was pushed against his bladder and he actually had to peel it away. (Gosh, I am so glad it is out of him!)
Alec's mom, sisters, my mom, my sisters and dad were all with us today and I am very grateful for that. Waiting is a lot less stressful and the day goes by much faster with company. My mom and sisters and I were even able to go for a nice walk through Boston Common and had lunch outside. It felt so good to get some fresh air for a few hours. What a beautiful day!
We are very thankful that the surgery went well and we are just hoping for some good news in the near future (lympn node involvement, pathology reports, etc).
Alec is in good hands at MGH and we are very relieved this day is finally over. Hoping tomorrow will be better for him and he will be more comfortable.
THank you all for your prayers and support. We know there were hundreds of people praying for us today and we are so grateful.
Love to all.
Heather & Alec
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