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Grade 4 rectal prolapse.

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soop Sat 20-Nov-21 16:45:20

Hello, I wonder if any one is suffering with this ailment. I am eighty. Have been treated at a variety of hospitals over a period of ten years. First surgery carried out in 2003. Am between a rock and a hard place. Can have a colostomy at a private BMI hospital for £25,000, or wait indefinitely on the NHS waiting list with no date for the foreseeable. Every day is a challenge. I appreciate that there are countless people far worse off than I am. I would however be most grateful of any first hand information that can help me to manage this dire situation. Thank you.

Marydoll Mon 20-Dec-21 18:54:40

I know exactly what is involved Aveline.

Aveline Mon 20-Dec-21 18:53:13

It's not just the waiting lists Marydoll. It's not straightforward.

Grandmajean Mon 20-Dec-21 18:52:16

Hear hear indeed.
A communal effort by anonymous caring people.
So close now.

TillyTrotter Mon 20-Dec-21 18:48:54

Hear hear Sar53
? for soop

Sar53 Mon 20-Dec-21 18:46:57

The generosity of all the 'grans' who have donated to Soops fund is humbling.

Most of us don't know each other but we have all pulled together to do something for this lovely lady.

I hope she can get the operation she needs to enjoy the rest of her life xx

Marydoll Mon 20-Dec-21 18:46:21

I may have misunderstood Soop, but I think it was the fact that the NHS waiting lists are so long, that prompted Soop to go down the private route, not that the procedure couldn't be done on the NHS.

It is shocking that this is the case.

Aveline Mon 20-Dec-21 18:39:02

Allsorts none of us can understand why it can't be done on the NHS but there are underlying complications which make special considerations necessary. We all just want Soop to have her op and to escape the daily misery she bravely suffers. If going
the Ross Hall route is what's needed then let's get her there.

Aldom Mon 20-Dec-21 18:31:23

£14,720. Almost there.
Hoping Soop goes to bed smiling. shamrock

Oopsadaisy1 Mon 20-Dec-21 18:28:09

Fingers crossed that the target is reached tonight, or even exceeded?

Allsorts Mon 20-Dec-21 18:26:49

I cannot understand why Soop cannot get this done on NHS I know of two people who have just had one, both in their 70’s. If she called a hospital whilst in pain they would give her one.

BlueBalou Mon 20-Dec-21 16:59:22

We’re not having Christmas this year for a number of reasons so have happily donated a little something to boost the fund further. Hugs to you and MrSoop ? xx

Aldom Mon 20-Dec-21 16:20:39

Only £390 needed now. Can it be done before Soop goes to bed tonight?? Hope so. shamrock

Aveline Mon 20-Dec-21 16:11:36

You are more than welcome Soop. We're all keen to see you restored to maximum fitness!

soop Mon 20-Dec-21 16:06:51

I am seldom lost for words. At this moment, I am struggling to express my gratitude for the gift that keeps on giving.

The surgeon's secretary phoned this morning. She is "chasing up" admin. Once we get all the details we need, I shall share with you all.

In the meantime, bless you for EVERYTHING. flowers grin

OnwardandUpward Mon 20-Dec-21 16:01:26

It's coming Soop flowers
I'm sure it won't be long now.

TillyTrotter Mon 20-Dec-21 13:54:13

It’s going to happen soop, the target will be reached and soon. ?
Here’s hoping it brings you the brightest of news for the New Year. ?
You are such a special person it is not at all surprising how much love has been shown for you ?

Aldom Mon 20-Dec-21 13:32:40

Soop's GFM page is now at £14,511.Not far to go. Hope the target will be reached by this evening. Sending very best wishes to Soop. shamrock

seacliff Mon 20-Dec-21 13:08:49

Great idea Aveline.

soop Mon 20-Dec-21 10:41:03

Swoon! Smelling salts! All of a dither. I am in a state of scruffiness, having spent two hours thanking ever person who has been kindness personified. Overwhelmed by an outpouring of generosity. We cannot believe that we've come this far in a relatively short period of time. No doubt that I shall return a little later with yet more thank yous for everything you have done to help us along the way to a hoped for resolution. flowers

maddyone Mon 20-Dec-21 10:30:38

We’re nearly there.

Germanshepherdsmum Mon 20-Dec-21 09:30:01

Oh dear I meant £14226. So sorry!!!!

Marydoll Mon 20-Dec-21 09:21:49

I've put the link on the Good Morning thread as well, another audience. You never know, many read that thread, but don't post.

Germanshepherdsmum Mon 20-Dec-21 09:18:54

Thanks Marydoll. I’ve just clicked and it’s now £24,226. That was a truly inspired idea Aveline, well done you.

Marydoll Mon 20-Dec-21 07:51:57

Here is a less clunky link, which takes you directly to Soop's fundraising page.

gofund.me/47835e2f

TillyTrotter Mon 20-Dec-21 07:47:08

Just delighted for the soop ‘s to see it go above 14K.
It is truly amazing to be a part of your personal cause. The milk of human kindness …….. ?
? for you soop