Not all really good presents come from Santa

[Sam Vimes]

Three weeks ago today our youngest daughter underwent surgery for a condition that may have been cancerous. The surgery was a success and the surgeon, afterwards, said she doubted that there was any cancer but tests would need to confirm this.

A couple of days later the hospital confirmed no cancerous material but would like to get a second opinion from Adenbrookes where there was more expertise. We were told not to expect a reply until the New Year.

Adenbrookes must have fast tracked it because late on Christmas Eve they phoned to confirm no cancerous material and no need for any further intervention. Just the regular post surgery check up.

A dark cloud was lifted and this was the best Christmas present we've ever received.

The NHS may have its problems but it sure can deliver good results when tested.

 

[Jcloughie]

Both of my children, (I say children, both mid 50’s). Had cancer operations this year. Son seems to be all clear, daughter will have her conformation in January, but the hospital are confidant. Great news isn’t it.

I have a tiny Basel-cell carcinoma being operated on in the new year. But over the last week it seems to have healed itself.

John

 

[otherclive]

I’ve just taken BIL in to the Great Western Hospital to have a suspected Melanoma removed. Only a couple of weeks since he went in for the initial diagnosis. Considering it’s Christmas and he had to have five days free of anti coagulation meds it’s excellent service. Pick him up later today.