Hi Colin and Sean, thanks for this video. It reminded me that my mother suffered 10 years of agonising pain from gall stones because her gp said it was because she suffered with her 'nerves'. Thanks for being willing to talk about these issues xxx
I woke up to the sounds of someone moaning in the recovery room. Just these weird long moans. I began to get to annoyed, thinking someone should help that person. Then, you already guessed it, I woke up enough to realize the moans were coming from me!
My sister woke up from an anaesthetic and asked the surgeon to marry her! He said it wasn't the first time he'd been proposed to after doing surgery! She is still embarassed to this day!
Colin, (I spelt that Colon to start with 🤣) I am glad that you got the right diagnosis in the end and that you were strong enough to make the decision to find out through non NHS routes. Our friend has just lost her friend to cancer. She had been complaining of persistent ill health and pain in her back (that she said was not typical back pain) for a couple of years and was dismissed in exactly the same way you were and told to see a physio. In the end she went private and was scanned, they found cancer, that had spread to her liver, spine and lungs. It had gone so far, that they couldn't tell the origin at that stage, and within three months she was gone. These cases need highlighting and speaking about it is the right thing. I hope you are both coping ok. x
What an ordeal you have been through. This is a perfect example of how we must always advocate for ourselves, no matter how good the doctors are supposed to be. I'm glad you are feeling better and wish you well as you continue this journey. Here's to better health!
Just joined as a Feathered Friend. Two and a half weeks ago I watched you on Prime and became hooked. Binge watched from the very start and now just a few more to watch to be up to date with you. Saving the wedding for the last of the catch ups :) Shaun - Thank you for the frank prostate vlog... very pertinent to us at this time. Colin - So much of what you cover resonates with me. So glad I turned on Prime on that soggy, rainy, ikky day. Thank you, Colin and Shaun xx
Sorry I spoke too soon when I saw you in your old form, Colin. I just can't believe this litany of malpractice on the part of the NHS. I'm so, so sorry you have to go through all thus, it is so unfair. I do hope your story generates at least an investigation of the NHS. And I will continue supporting you financially on your other gig.
I can tell you a positive ending story about lung cancer. My mum was diagnosed and had to have her lung removed. The surgeon said it was so full of cancer she wouldn't have been getting any benefit from it. The positive bit? No spread. None at all. Not a single cancer cell had left the lung. She had the lung out and that was that. No chemo, no radiation therapy. She just got on with life. Fingers crossed the lump hasn't grown and is benign.
When my hubby came around after his operation he wouldn't let nurses do anything because he thought they was going to stab him,!! So they had to call me in to recovery to help calm him down!!
My mum went to he GP complaining about a pain in her side and abdomen, she was told it was all in her head. She died six weeks later from pancreatic cancer. I'm glad you're getting things investigated and, hopefully, sorted out.
Worked for the NHS all my life and feel sorry/angry at this Colin. I'll be ordering calendars to help out a little. You're both great and so positive 😊x
I get copies of everything. Every lab report, x ray, doc note. I keep them in a file and make copies to take to other health visits. Shouldn’t have to, but I do. ❤
Howdy Boys!! You have my sympathies for your back issues. My entire spine from my neck down is chewed up. My entire lumbar section is damaged & I have really been crippled up because because of it. I was in a car accident years ago while in the military that was pretty bad. Hope you're better sooner than later!! Big bear hugs from Kenny in Ohio, USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I so feel for both of you. You asked about coming out of the anesthetic. When I was 18 I had my tonsils out. Late night I had to use the toilet. My bed felt like it was a swing going from the headboard to the foot end. I had to wait three times for my bed to be in correct spot, so I could grab my slippers. I finally got them on the third try! Luckily I was in a room on my own, so nobody witnessed that moment!
Thanks for the update, so glad you are finally getting taken seriously and getting the care you need after such a long time. So looking forward to the live, weekends just haven't been the same without you two, roll on Sunday! 😁❤ xx
Glad you’re ok ❤ you two have made me laugh for years now, but from someone who has health anxiety, as important as it things may be , it’s always good to have a laugh xxx
It's so nice to see you both! Colin, I am SO angry at the NHS doctors who failed you because they didn't want to listen. It's infuriating. I'm so glad you've at least got the kidney stone sorted out and found out more of what's going on, but I'm sorry you're still having to deal with consequences from the NHS doctors' negligence. I'd like to give them all a good swift kick in the bawbag on your behalf! Love to you both! xx P.S. - I kick HARD! 😜
@@FoxesAfloat Absolutely! You'll have to wait until after my hip replacement surgery though. Next Friday. I should be in decent form by spring! I will practice! Shall I wear cleats?
I really empathised with you today. I have Spinal stenosis in my Lumber and Cervical vertebrae. I have been getting worse for 30 years. I now have Small Fibre Neuropathy caused by my spine putting pressure on my Spinal cord. I can do very little now. Walking is desperately painful painful as is using my hands . It feels as though I have razor blades sticking in my hands and feet so even the lightest touch is agony. I have been refused surgery as it is now too dangerous for me. So get your spine sorted now before it gets any worse. I really hope you can get well again, my thoughts are with you. ❤XX
My 84 year old mother had the decompression surgery in March after the injection worked for only a couple of weeks, best thing she had done, pain is gone so no further surgery needed. She has had pain since she was in her 50's that no-one bothered with which led to her developing other problems, so I hope you get the help you need sooner rather than later x
Colin, you're looking so very much more energetic and alive - it's so great to see! You look about 20 years younger at the start of the vlog! Stupid question perhaps - is there any way to change your GP? You asked about waking up from anaesthetic - I woke during a procedure and the young bloke in the room mentioned it to the anesthesiologist, who said (paraphrased from the german) "nah, it's fine". The young bloke linked eyes with me, freaked out, said again that I was awake in a much more panicked voice and this time both surgeon and anesthesiologist shut him down. Hearing that, I figured it was ok to be awake and started jauntily asking questions about what I was seeing on the scope (ie. the insides of my intestines). That got the anesthesiologist moving! He immediately took action to put me back under, none of my questions were answered. Glad they had a monitor, pity they didn't listen to him, twice.
I am so so glad you both are doing so well. Enjoy that sunlight and warm temperatures while you can. We could use another tour of your place sometime. I for one have lost track of what improvements are completed and what might still be in the planning stages. Thanks for the video.
I am so sorry for what your careless doctors put you through, and you are so right about doctor PTSD! Here in the US we have problems, too. I developed a pain syndrome - I mean 24/7 I was agony in many parts of my body, and then I developed some kind of burning in my skin. Touch me in certain places, my shoulder, all of the inside of my legs and more, and I was in more agony. I was 61 at the time and had never had pain meds. I have never done a recreational drug, but I needed help as I don't have anyone to take care of me. But the minute I said "pain," they thought I wanted narcotics. I went to an orthopedist as I was having unbearable joint pains that never let up. My legs also became very weak and I fell down about eight wooden stairs and scraped off much of the skin above my elbow on the concrete below. He actually smirked at me. Then on the way to see him again I collapsed in front of his office, literally, I stepped up on the curb and my legs just gave out, and I couldn't get up. When an intern of some sort finally got me in a wheelchair and I went in to my appointment, he again just smirked and said, "I understand you fell in front of the building." He showed no sympathy. He thought I was faking it in my desperation to get a pain med. I had an even worse experience with heart doctors for my atrial fibrillation/irregularity, and I got so gun shy I put off going to the doctor as it made me feel so horrible and I dreaded how they would act. A neurologist finally helped me and found a med that would help. Also gave me strong narcotics, but I only took two of them. Doctors need to give you the benefit of the doubt! You'll be in my thoughts and prayers for your upcoming issues, and I hope you can sue the pants off those that paid no heed to your issues!
My sister-in-law had spinal stenosis surgery at an outpatient clinic. She went into the surgery wheelchair bound and walked out a couple of hours later. They removed cord bone to stop it pressing on her nerve bundle. I was blown away that she walked out and her agony was gone.
You poor dear man. My husband had the same terrible pain in his legs and could barely walk. His vertebrae were misaligned similar to yours. He had spinal fusion of L4 and L5 and is fine now. It’s a scary surgery but one that will change your life for the better. Of course if the injections work, all the better. I hope this bit of positivity helps. You guys are great.
Great vlog. Hope the online community can help you out financially. I can't help you out at the moment but hopefully I can after the monetary reset. xx
I've had a similar experience with the NHS. You can't get what you need or be referred for investigations unless its cancer or a simple blood test shows it up which it of course doesn't. Please do follow through when you're better. Autistic solidarity and all.
I've had blood tests recently that have come back clear. I've been so tired, pains in various areas and feeling unwell in general, but of course because the bloods were ok, apparently I'm fine and don't need any further tests, meanwhile I still feel absolutely crap.
I went round 5 gp's complaining about my knee started the round again, got to the third one for the second time, got shouted at. Told in no uncertain terms that he would send me to a consultant to shut me up and I was to never mention my knee again! Three weeks later I had surgery to remove a chip of bone an inch long and half an inch thick that was trapped under the patella. It took 5 years of complaining to get a result. (The gp did have the grace to apologise two weeks after the surgery). It took 3 years and a demand from me to be referred to a military hospital for a second opinion to get surgery on my spine. Fusion worked brilliantly and I was up the pub the same day I was discharged. 😊 Good luck with yours Colin, if it comes to having the fusion go for it with a positive mind x
Fingers crossed that 2025 is a better year for you health wise! And, exciting news about the tour of Britain! Right, off to your shop now to have a look…
I watched till the end, glad you are getting answers, though expensive. On lighter note, as we age and get wrinkles, we also get worse vision close up. The closer hubby gets the bigger the smile as we both look like our eyes have that Vaseline gauze filter and we look amazing. Reading glasses checked at the bedroom door lol.
I’m so sorry for how you’ve been treated by people who are supposed to help you! I literally gasped aloud when you quoted the “professional” who asked what you’d come in crying about next time! Unconscionable! Anyway, I hope what I’ve sent helps a little. Much love, as always.
I am so livid on your behalf Colin! Please speak to a solicitor asap. They can help you get the evidence you need together. These grossly incompetent "doctors" need to be dealt with so they are not threatening the health of others. They need to be shut down... I have so many horror stories of the NHS from my British ex-husband and his family that I would never use them if I had moved over there as originally planned. We admittedly have health care issues here in the US, & major other problems after this weeks election, but I am very grateful for the excellent medical benefits I get through my job's compensation package here in California. Sending you major healing Love & Light that all will be well and you will be fully healed soon! 🙏🙌🫶🙌🙏
When I had my circumnavigationcision. Apparently I woke up before they finished and asked if they can put it back on or at least take it home with me. They said it was the weirdest request under anaesthetic and waking up. 😂 But I don't remember a thing 🤭
Very interesting Colin and I'm sure help to many. A wee story about me. I was in the recovery room after a minor op. Not expected to wake up for a while. 2 nurses were having a good old gossip about a party they had been to. I heard it all because I was already awake. I pretended to still be out until I couldn't stand it any more and sat up and said that was a good story - the look on their faces was so funny. Luckily the anesthetic hadn't knocked me at all. Good luck with the future medical processes.
I've just had injections into my spine for the same reason. If you want first hand experience pm me. Still having fun with CRT as they gave me a whole 4 days to get over my opp. Glad you were able to find help. The NHS are not what they used to be
Good luck with the injections. I’m honestly not looking for personal experiences, because for every good one there’s a bad one. I’ll trust my surgeon’s opinion 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Mate, it’s not just in the UK. We have the same problem in the States. I fell and hurt my back during the pandemic. I’ve had MRI, CT Scans, X-rays and have a similar problem to your back. I had one of those injections and it did help for almost a year. Just be careful and gentle with yourself. I’ll try and buy a calendar when I get paid next week (just so we can see both of your smiling faces ). Keep smiling and don’t forget to UNMUTE the television next time. Hugs!
My daughter had anaesthetic for dental treatment some years ago when she was a teenager. On coming round she said to the surgeon get rid of the boil on your neck and you can take me out to dinner
Thank you for the video and the focus on health speak -and how important it is we, especially men, talk about it. My wife is a nurse - 40 plus years, I ride a blood bike for the NHS, we regard the service as a very precious thing and certainly my wife is dedicated to the NHS. However from the experiences you've had it seems you've been very unlucky in being exposed to some terrible pre judgements from professionals who are acting well outside of what anyone would expect. Hopefully you have the required evident to hold those individuals to account as that should be done - but not at the expense of your mental or physical health, you need to be mentally and physically as fit as possible to enable the next and hopefully final stage of diagnosis and treatment to come and go to give you a clear path to enjoy your life. I'll order some Honey as I applaud your approach to supporting the bees and I've enjoyed the Bee content ( and your other content over the years) and if it helps stabilise your finances even a little then that's good. Finally I did proper LOL about the crying and muted TV, a great ( not for you) story. Take care gents
Great to see you guys, hale and hearty. I was heavily sedated for an extraction and vaguely remember doing my rendition of the song: "Because I Got High!!!"
I personally dont have a problem with anaesthetic but when I had my heart surgery the chap in the bed opposite woke up and said " are you in the band , what instrument are you playing , I'm on the trombone myself " I said I wasnt in the band , he said " oh you're the singer my mistake " 😂 , I cant sing to save my life .
Oh my! I’m so glad you took a video of this removal! I had the same surgery, and was so worried about the removal … I did this many months ago… I did actually record it also as not any videos I could find before and was anxious… I haven’t uploaded the video (only rewatched it recently😱)… I think mine may be too graphic for YT… unless they are happy with graphic but factual videos!?!? … but I was amazed it didn’t feel any pain … well anything when removing … I agree with the string pain overnight when things were not stretched enough 😬…. I have not watched your video yet…just heard about it from this video… but will do now!
I've been following you guys for years, and I have to say I LOVE you more every day ! I'm going in on Nov. 20 for the lumbar injections myself, so I know your pain, my friend.
I haven’t actually seen my Doctor once since moving to Inverness 10 years ago. Thankfully having worked offshore and in catering I had to have my offshore medical every two years, it’s quite invasive looking at your whole body and general health, which is a good thing. The amount of times other people offshore have found things at an early stage during their medicals must have saved many, many lives. I really think everyone should have something like an offshore medical every few years, not only to save lives but would save the NHS money on the long term. It’s so nice seeing Colin looking so much better and more comfortable
Dude, I gasped so hard I nearly choked on my saliva when I heard what your dr said. O.M.F.G!!!! Surely there’s a way to report it? I’m not a litigious person, but I absolutely think it is warranted in your case. Best wishes to you and Shaun.
I am so angry to hear this. I work for a world renown health system in the US, and to hear that they want to wait till you can’t walk to do any intervention… when early intervention would be less invasive! And to hear of your GP ignoring and scolding you… I hope you go back to fill her in on everything to hear her response. I will definitely be buying whatever you have on your site. Sending positive vibes to you, and NEGATIVE ones to your GP…
As always thank you for honestly sharing your lives and health challenges. Knowledge is power. Hoping the spot on your lung is nothing serious. If it helps my wife has a dry cough for years and they have found nothing. Best wishes for full health VERY quickly.
As an old college friend used to say: well hell! Firstly, I am so angry that the “system” has treated you so badly, even harmfully. But then I am glad you have found answers, if not the best you might have wished for. You are so right that nothing like this should be happening to anyone. I hope you are able to fight successfully for restitution, but until then we will all support you whatever way we can! ❤ for you and ❤for Shaun.
I love you lads; so warm and personable. To me you make the perfect couple and I feel so much better mentally after watching your vids! PS. I feel so bad for all of your anguish with the NHS. Col. You have clearly been suffering and the stuff you had to go through with that first surgeon was simply abhorrent. I wish you all the best in your recovery and hope that any other ailment gets swiftly dealt with. It quite clear to any sane and caring person that you are NOT imagining any of your medical issues.
(I am SO sorry for getting your name wrong on the original post Col. I have a friend who looks exactly like you who is named Gav. It was a genuine balls up… I am SO sorry mate honestly, I’m mortified! 🫣
So sorry to hear this. Absolutely shocking, but with the back thing my husband had to go private because of the fact pain isn't enough! You both look after yourselves. I will buy some stuff xx
The NHS has more than just let you down. You need the help of a health advocate and a good lawyer. Praying for good health going forward to give you the strength you're going to need 👍
Oh guys, I feel for you, Im so glad you finally have that one piece of the jigsaw sorted. I hope the other two get sorted too. I've been through similar, 20 years ago at 40 I started with severe back pain. Doctors just gave me physio and pain killers. Within a year I couldn't sit, stand, lie down without unbelievable pain, legs were numb and again didn't offer a scan or anything like that. Then the incontinence signs started and I had to just stop working. I went to a private doctor who immediately did test and a scan and my L4/5 disc had completely collapsed and was pressing on my spinal chord badly. He said it was a bad case and he would operate ASAP. I actually got a new op, a prosthetic rubber and metal disc put in joining but not fusion the two vertebrae. 2 years following I was still in pain. The NHS referred me to a pain clinic where yiu just sit around and talk about your pain, which did nothing for me. I went back to the private doctor and they did a number of nerve ablations, which finally worked, and bar the odd grumbling back pain when I've been lazy and not held proper posture, all is well. I will be looking at your shop to see what I can get to help out. All the best to you both and we look forward to seeing what this tour malarkey will be about! Cheers.👍
I had the exact same issue as you. I was on crutches and had an appointment to see a Neurologist. One week before the appointment, I went to see a Chiropractor who saw me 3 times . By the time I went to the Neurologist, I was only using one crutch and was already feeling somewhat better. To his credit the Neurologist simply asked me if I felt the Chiropractor was helping me and I said Yes. Because of that he told me that he would not touch me (operation wise). A week later I went back to work (after 6 weeks off). I have been going back to the same Chiropractor ever since and have had no back issues. I recently had an MRI done of my lower back for feet numbness and the foot Dr told me that there were no issues with my back and that it all looked totally normal. So my advice to you, whether you want it or not is GET THEE TO A GOOD CHIROPRACTOR! I understand that not all Chiropractors are excellent, so you will have to go by word of mouth to find the best. Good luck and I hope you get back to a pain free life!
This is the problem with social media. Another viewer wrote the exact opposite. A chiropractor paralysed him. Thanks for the story, but we're all different and I'll trust my surgeon to advise me ;) x
@@FoxesAfloat I fully understand that. My Dr. doesn't "throw me around" like some do. He uses a little hand held "hammer" and only works on the areas where his hands can feel a raise in temp. on my body, indicating an irritated area. He's worked wonders for me. Like I say there are alot of not so good Chiropractors out there, and you need to find a good one. Same applies to Medical Drs. as you are finding out.
So good to see you smile again, even if it's a smirk. After my knee surgery (epidural, local anesthesia) I instructed my wife on how to drive us home. It was a 7-minute drive but I apparently felt the need to explain to her how to get the transmission in gear. Oh the fun we had. We're having some financial struggles ourselves due to layoffs but as soon as we can I'll support you financially one was or another. I promise.
You certainly have a lot to deal with. Sending you both my best wishes that everything gets sorted quickly. I will buy a calendar - as you say, every little helps. Take care xx
Yes absolutely, you need to be 'fit to do the fight'. And don't worry, that time will come. Just slowly gather your notes and the timeline of symptoms and appointments, and continue to heal. Stay as calm as you can, day by day. And it will all come together. Slow is smooth and smooth is fast! Wishing you both all the best!!
Your GP should be the first door to open on the way to health. BUT sometimes that door is jammed shut. Someone I know was really suffering with a lot of lower back & pelvic pain, their GP was saying "Can't do anything yet, but in a few months we'll give you injections etc.". They moved to be nearer their children & grandchildren, went to register with their new GP, who took one look at them as they staggered into the consulting room "Hm, your hips are in a bad way, let's get x-rays to see just how bad". Off to hospital to see a consultant, again "Hmm, wrecked hips", x-rays NOW, an hour later and the consultant is saying "We need to do both hips, so well do this one first, then in 6-9 months we'll do the other one, let's see when I can do the first one - how does a week's time sound?" Within a year both hips had been replaced, and while not able to run a marathon they were walking up and down hills, pain free.
Even if you were imagining your symptoms, the GP should not have said that to you. She should be struck off for that alone. At least you're sounding more like the old Collin!
So lovely to see you both . You have both been so much with the NHS . I am so sorry. It is so frightening how in this day and age we are being treated. You take care .
I have just found out that I may have Bladder cancer and have got to have TURBT to get biopsies I also have a 12mm stone in my Bladder. The NHS are very fast if you are put on the Cancer Pathway. I have had a CT Scan and a cystoscopy and on Tuesday I have to have my Pre-Op. They found the Bladder stone on my CT Scan but did not mention it on my Cystoscopy. The NHS are all over the place at the moment. Fortunately I have a great GP.. One of my friends has something wrong in his lower spine and he has difficulty walking and has been told nothing can be done. He also has an enlarged Liver but may have to wait for a year to see a consultant. I do hope you get these problems sorted out fast Colin. I have Health Anxiety also and I worry all the time. When I had a Protrate Biopsy under General Anesthetic I did not believe they had done the job and was quite confused for a time. James.
Oh my heart goes out to you Colin for all that your going thru.... it's gobsmacking mindboggling how some 'gp's' or 'specialists' who call themselves doctors and get away with this not only physical but also mental abuse dismissing you and others without properly investigating why you've got the pain - oh wow can't wait for the time when your health is stable that you sock it to them with style that they have stuffed up majorily and aren't going to get away with fobbing you off so easily. And so they should be shaking in the boots. It is getting up my nose how they think it was all right. I hope you are changing gp eventually once all the paperwork is at hand. You've got us all standing tall supporting you and thank goodness for Shaun and his support too albeit he is as angry as you. Please look after yourselves and cheers n hugs from Debz from Oz
I am glad you are home and resting and waiting for results to decide what to do next. I couldn't watch the previous video just somethings I am squeamish about. I have seen enough of my own surgeries to know. So nice to see you looking a bit healthier and happier. Take it easy though and be careful Colin. It is rather warm and weird weather be careful about that as well you don't want to end up sick. You have some very kind and generous comment donors :) HUGS to you both :)
Lovely to see a smile back on your face, despite the trials! I too am a victim of nhs neglect and omission. Wasn't listened to, told I was exaggerating my symptoms. Having moved house, finally got a consultant who is sympathetic and LISTENS. They have found pulmonary nodules in my lungs on CT scan - one is "Suspicious". Next CT scan later this month is the crunch one to see if there has been any change. 90% of these lung beasties are harmless. My way of dealing with it has been to tell my brain that ' at the moment it is JUST a nodule.....until my consultant tells me otherwise." But I totally empathise with your situation. Keep putting one foot in front of the other. Weather The Storm. Xxxx
Not my story Guys, but my Dad's. As a WW2 field hospital orderly under canvass in Rommels North Africa, after being clobbered by artillery, he found the RSM singing hymns as he recovered from the anesthetic while in the next stretcher the Company Padre was swearing like a Trooper! Something that has stuck with me all these years later. Keep up with the entertaining vids Guys. Much appreciate your work :)
I don't seem to get notifications when your going live but I managed to start watching this week's live and the connection was lost so still ended up missing half an hour but what I did end up watching was hilarious, you guys are so funny and reading the live chat I am not the only one who thinks like that. Shaun can I ask - will you be able to make lemon and lime marmalade as its the only marmalade I like. I just want to thank you both for making me feel better and cheering me up as I had oral surgery on Friday and feeling quite bruised so needed an injection of laughter. Love to you both have a great week xx
Oh Colin,couldn't help but giggle at you and the mute tv,and thinking you were deaf.
My dream for you, my hope, is that you can find great doctors that will actually listen to you now.💙
I already have 😉
Thank for the update Colin , am so happy you getting the help you need now, never change how you go on it's you so don't change for anyone xx
Thank you, I will. ♥️
Hi Colin and Sean, thanks for this video. It reminded me that my mother suffered 10 years of agonising pain from gall stones because her gp said it was because she suffered with her 'nerves'. Thanks for being willing to talk about these issues xxx
I hope she's okay now? x
Thanks!
Thank you SO MUCH, Carolyn. xxx
I woke up to the sounds of someone moaning in the recovery room. Just these weird long moans. I began to get to annoyed, thinking someone should help that person. Then, you already guessed it, I woke up enough to realize the moans were coming from me!
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Jeez! What a journey! Colin, I’m glad you have Sean there to advocate for you. He’s a treasure. Cheers, and ATB!
My sister woke up from an anaesthetic and asked the surgeon to marry her! He said it wasn't the first time he'd been proposed to after doing surgery! She is still embarassed to this day!
Haha! 😂
More embarrassing if he had said yes! 🤣
@@Rowan-d2y Not really - she's a single mum and he is a surgeon. She wishes he had said yes! 😆
@@elainerose2640 🤣😂🤣I hope she finds her surgeon in shining armour then! 🍀😂
Goodness the uncertainty must be so awful. Blessings and loads of loving support to you both. 💙💙🦋
It really is!
Thanks
Thank you so much! ♥️
Colin, (I spelt that Colon to start with 🤣) I am glad that you got the right diagnosis in the end and that you were strong enough to make the decision to find out through non NHS routes. Our friend has just lost her friend to cancer. She had been complaining of persistent ill health and pain in her back (that she said was not typical back pain) for a couple of years and was dismissed in exactly the same way you were and told to see a physio. In the end she went private and was scanned, they found cancer, that had spread to her liver, spine and lungs. It had gone so far, that they couldn't tell the origin at that stage, and within three months she was gone. These cases need highlighting and speaking about it is the right thing. I hope you are both coping ok. x
I’m so sorry 😔
The important thing to realise is that 'health anxiety' is a valid issue that needs support as much as a physical issue does.
Take care.
Nice to see a video today. Colin, I’m sorry that you still have other health concerns. Positive thoughts and prayers to you both. Hugs and love. 🥰🥰🫶🫶
Thanks, Beth. ♥️
My husband had the decompression surgery in 2016 after years of back pain and sciatica…it was a complete success…xx
That is shocking treatment to be told it’s all in your head !! I hope you get things sorted once and for all ❤
So do we! Thank you 🙏🏻
What an ordeal you have been through. This is a perfect example of how we must always advocate for ourselves, no matter how good the doctors are supposed to be. I'm glad you are feeling better and wish you well as you continue this journey. Here's to better health!
Just joined as a Feathered Friend.
Two and a half weeks ago I watched you on Prime and became hooked. Binge watched from the very start and now just a few more to watch to be up to date with you. Saving the wedding for the last of the catch ups :)
Shaun - Thank you for the frank prostate vlog... very pertinent to us at this time.
Colin - So much of what you cover resonates with me. So glad I turned on Prime on that soggy, rainy, ikky day.
Thank you, Colin and Shaun xx
Welcome aboard!
Sorry I spoke too soon when I saw you in your old form, Colin. I just can't believe this litany of malpractice on the part of the NHS. I'm so, so sorry you have to go through all thus, it is so unfair. I do hope your story generates at least an investigation of the NHS. And I will continue supporting you financially on your other gig.
Cheers, Ralph! x
My Sisters Complaint went to NHS and Parliamentary Ombudsman! Waste of time!
Give us the sun back please - it’s cloudy, damp & gloomy on the east coast.
Sending sunshine your way! ☀️
I woke up feeling like I've been to a party , the nurse said I sang my way through the hip replacement ,xx
Haha! 😂
It's great to see you smiling again!
Thank you! 🙏🏻
Guys, 'You Do You' forget what the trolls say. You Two are AWESOME!
I can tell you a positive ending story about lung cancer. My mum was diagnosed and had to have her lung removed. The surgeon said it was so full of cancer she wouldn't have been getting any benefit from it. The positive bit? No spread. None at all. Not a single cancer cell had left the lung. She had the lung out and that was that. No chemo, no radiation therapy. She just got on with life. Fingers crossed the lump hasn't grown and is benign.
When my hubby came around after his operation he wouldn't let nurses do anything because he thought they was going to stab him,!! So they had to call me in to recovery to help calm him down!!
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Good morning Lads! So happy to see you both out in the sunshine, feeling happy!🎉🎉🎉 ❤
Feels pretty good 👍🏻
My mum went to he GP complaining about a pain in her side and abdomen, she was told it was all in her head. She died six weeks later from pancreatic cancer. I'm glad you're getting things investigated and, hopefully, sorted out.
Sorry to hear that.
Worked for the NHS all my life and feel sorry/angry at this Colin. I'll be ordering calendars to help out a little. You're both great and so positive 😊x
Thank you so much! Thank you for working in the NHS. It's only the GP and original urologist I'm sad with :) x
I get copies of everything. Every lab report, x ray, doc note. I keep them in a file and make copies to take to other health visits. Shouldn’t have to, but I do. ❤
Howdy Boys!! You have my sympathies for your back issues. My entire spine from my neck down is chewed up. My entire lumbar section is damaged & I have really been crippled up because because of it. I was in a car accident years ago while in the military that was pretty bad. Hope you're better sooner than later!! Big bear hugs from Kenny in Ohio, USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cheers, Kenny! I hope you’re not in too much pain? x
I so feel for both of you.
You asked about coming out of the anesthetic. When I was 18 I had my tonsils out. Late night I had to use the toilet. My bed felt like it was a swing going from the headboard to the foot end. I had to wait three times for my bed to be in correct spot, so I could grab my slippers. I finally got them on the third try! Luckily I was in a room on my own, so nobody witnessed that moment!
Haha! These should be on video! 😂
Thanks for the update, Colin, and I am sorry that you have had to go through this. I've sent a little something via PayPal. Hope it helps. 🙏
That's very very very kind. THANK YOU! x
Good to see you both Colin you look really well missed you doing your lives guys x
Thanks so much! We're back on Sunday :) th-cam.com/users/liveyD4aDRNNSww
Thanks for the update, so glad you are finally getting taken seriously and getting the care you need after such a long time. So looking forward to the live, weekends just haven't been the same without you two, roll on Sunday! 😁❤ xx
Can’t wait! 😛
Glad you’re ok ❤ you two have made me laugh for years now, but from someone who has health anxiety, as important as it things may be , it’s always good to have a laugh xxx
It’s called a Bair blanket here in the US. It’s kind of inflated blanket that you hook up to a warm air blower
Cool! Or HOT! 😂
@ actually it can do both. But I’ve mostly used it for the post anesthesia chills
It's so nice to see you both! Colin, I am SO angry at the NHS doctors who failed you because they didn't want to listen. It's infuriating. I'm so glad you've at least got the kidney stone sorted out and found out more of what's going on, but I'm sorry you're still having to deal with consequences from the NHS doctors' negligence. I'd like to give them all a good swift kick in the bawbag on your behalf! Love to you both! xx P.S. - I kick HARD! 😜
Do it! Can I film it for a vlog? 😂
@@FoxesAfloat Absolutely! You'll have to wait until after my hip replacement surgery though. Next Friday. I should be in decent form by spring! I will practice! Shall I wear cleats?
Wishing you both all the best!
Thank you!!
I really empathised with you today. I have Spinal stenosis in my Lumber and Cervical vertebrae. I have been getting worse for 30 years. I now have Small Fibre Neuropathy caused by my spine putting pressure on my Spinal cord. I can do very little now. Walking is desperately painful painful as is using my hands . It feels as though I have razor blades sticking in my hands and feet so even the lightest touch is agony. I have been refused surgery as it is now too dangerous for me. So get your spine sorted now before it gets any worse.
I really hope you can get well again, my thoughts are with you. ❤XX
My 84 year old mother had the decompression surgery in March after the injection worked for only a couple of weeks, best thing she had done, pain is gone so no further surgery needed. She has had pain since she was in her 50's that no-one bothered with which led to her developing other problems, so I hope you get the help you need sooner rather than later x
That must be such a relief for her, and you! ♥️
Excellent vlog it's very nice to see you back to your cheerful self again Colin, love to both you and Shaun.
Thanks 👍
Colin, you're looking so very much more energetic and alive - it's so great to see! You look about 20 years younger at the start of the vlog! Stupid question perhaps - is there any way to change your GP?
You asked about waking up from anaesthetic - I woke during a procedure and the young bloke in the room mentioned it to the anesthesiologist, who said (paraphrased from the german) "nah, it's fine". The young bloke linked eyes with me, freaked out, said again that I was awake in a much more panicked voice and this time both surgeon and anesthesiologist shut him down. Hearing that, I figured it was ok to be awake and started jauntily asking questions about what I was seeing on the scope (ie. the insides of my intestines). That got the anesthesiologist moving! He immediately took action to put me back under, none of my questions were answered. Glad they had a monitor, pity they didn't listen to him, twice.
OMG!
I am so so glad you both are doing so well. Enjoy that sunlight and warm temperatures while you can. We could use another tour of your place sometime. I for one have lost track of what improvements are completed and what might still be in the planning stages. Thanks for the video.
I am so sorry for what your careless doctors put you through, and you are so right about doctor PTSD! Here in the US we have problems, too. I developed a pain syndrome - I mean 24/7 I was agony in many parts of my body, and then I developed some kind of burning in my skin. Touch me in certain places, my shoulder, all of the inside of my legs and more, and I was in more agony. I was 61 at the time and had never had pain meds. I have never done a recreational drug, but I needed help as I don't have anyone to take care of me. But the minute I said "pain," they thought I wanted narcotics. I went to an orthopedist as I was having unbearable joint pains that never let up. My legs also became very weak and I fell down about eight wooden stairs and scraped off much of the skin above my elbow on the concrete below. He actually smirked at me. Then on the way to see him again I collapsed in front of his office, literally, I stepped up on the curb and my legs just gave out, and I couldn't get up.
When an intern of some sort finally got me in a wheelchair and I went in to my appointment, he again just smirked and said, "I understand you fell in front of the building." He showed no sympathy. He thought I was faking it in my desperation to get a pain med. I had an even worse experience with heart doctors for my atrial fibrillation/irregularity, and I got so gun shy I put off going to the doctor as it made me feel so horrible and I dreaded how they would act. A neurologist finally helped me and found a med that would help. Also gave me strong narcotics, but I only took two of them. Doctors need to give you the benefit of the doubt!
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers for your upcoming issues, and I hope you can sue the pants off those that paid no heed to your issues!
My sister-in-law had spinal stenosis surgery at an outpatient clinic. She went into the surgery wheelchair bound and walked out a couple of hours later. They removed cord bone to stop it pressing on her nerve bundle. I was blown away that she walked out and her agony was gone.
Another wonderful video and you are so right, "we need to talk about these things".
Lots of love and best wishes, Greg & Jenny, New Zealand.
You poor dear man. My husband had the same terrible pain in his legs and could barely walk. His vertebrae were misaligned similar to yours. He had spinal fusion of L4 and L5 and is fine now. It’s a scary surgery but one that will change your life for the better. Of course if the injections work, all the better. I hope this bit of positivity helps. You guys are great.
Re Prostate, Yes, get checked out, if you can, i had subtle symptoms. Some don't get any.
Love the Bob Ross reference!
Cheers guys
Definitely 👍🏻 Shaun had no symptoms. x
Great vlog. Hope the online community can help you out financially. I can't help you out at the moment but hopefully I can after the monetary reset. xx
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You guys look great! I am so impressed!
Ball bags always need to be checked 🎉🎉
Hourly at the very least! 😂👍🏻
I've had a similar experience with the NHS. You can't get what you need or be referred for investigations unless its cancer or a simple blood test shows it up which it of course doesn't. Please do follow through when you're better. Autistic solidarity and all.
Yes, they’ve used the “your bloods are clear so you’re fine” excuse a lot!! 😂
I've had blood tests recently that have come back clear. I've been so tired, pains in various areas and feeling unwell in general, but of course because the bloods were ok, apparently I'm fine and don't need any further tests, meanwhile I still feel absolutely crap.
I went round 5 gp's complaining about my knee started the round again, got to the third one for the second time, got shouted at. Told in no uncertain terms that he would send me to a consultant to shut me up and I was to never mention my knee again! Three weeks later I had surgery to remove a chip of bone an inch long and half an inch thick that was trapped under the patella. It took 5 years of complaining to get a result. (The gp did have the grace to apologise two weeks after the surgery).
It took 3 years and a demand from me to be referred to a military hospital for a second opinion to get surgery on my spine. Fusion worked brilliantly and I was up the pub the same day I was discharged. 😊
Good luck with yours Colin, if it comes to having the fusion go for it with a positive mind x
That's an amazing recovery. x
not me with a mouthful of orange juice at 6.20 🤣
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Fingers crossed that 2025 is a better year for you health wise! And, exciting news about the tour of Britain!
Right, off to your shop now to have a look…
Lovely to see you two in the glorious sunshine. I hope that you can get things sorted, i really feel for you. Sending lots of ❤
Thank you so much!
I watched till the end, glad you are getting answers, though expensive. On lighter note, as we age and get wrinkles, we also get worse vision close up. The closer hubby gets the bigger the smile as we both look like our eyes have that Vaseline gauze filter and we look amazing. Reading glasses checked at the bedroom door lol.
I’m so sorry for how you’ve been treated by people who are supposed to help you! I literally gasped aloud when you quoted the “professional” who asked what you’d come in crying about next time! Unconscionable! Anyway, I hope what I’ve sent helps a little. Much love, as always.
I am so livid on your behalf Colin! Please speak to a solicitor asap. They can help you get the evidence you need together. These grossly incompetent "doctors" need to be dealt with so they are not threatening the health of others. They need to be shut down... I have so many horror stories of the NHS from my British ex-husband and his family that I would never use them if I had moved over there as originally planned. We admittedly have health care issues here in the US, & major other problems after this weeks election, but I am very grateful for the excellent medical benefits I get through my job's compensation package here in California.
Sending you major healing Love & Light that all will be well and you will be fully healed soon! 🙏🙌🫶🙌🙏
I'm not speaking to a solicitor until I'm healthy, pain free and happy. That's much more important than revenge!
When I had my circumnavigationcision. Apparently I woke up before they finished and asked if they can put it back on or at least take it home with me. They said it was the weirdest request under anaesthetic and waking up. 😂 But I don't remember a thing 🤭
Put it back on! 😂 Love it! x
Very interesting Colin and I'm sure help to many. A wee story about me. I was in the recovery room after a minor op. Not expected to wake up for a while. 2 nurses were having a good old gossip about a party they had been to. I heard it all because I was already awake. I pretended to still be out until I couldn't stand it any more and sat up and said that was a good story - the look on their faces was so funny. Luckily the anesthetic hadn't knocked me at all. Good luck with the future medical processes.
Haha! 🤣
I've just had injections into my spine for the same reason. If you want first hand experience pm me. Still having fun with CRT as they gave me a whole 4 days to get over my opp. Glad you were able to find help. The NHS are not what they used to be
Good luck with the injections. I’m honestly not looking for personal experiences, because for every good one there’s a bad one. I’ll trust my surgeon’s opinion 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Mate, it’s not just in the UK. We have the same problem in the States. I fell and hurt my back during the pandemic. I’ve had MRI, CT Scans, X-rays and have a similar problem to your back. I had one of those injections and it did help for almost a year. Just be careful and gentle with yourself. I’ll try and buy a calendar when I get paid next week (just so we can see both of your smiling faces ). Keep smiling and don’t forget to UNMUTE the television next time. Hugs!
My daughter had anaesthetic for dental treatment some years ago when she was a teenager. On coming round she said to the surgeon get rid of the boil on your neck and you can take me out to dinner
OMG! 😂
Thank you for the video and the focus on health speak -and how important it is we, especially men, talk about it. My wife is a nurse - 40 plus years, I ride a blood bike for the NHS, we regard the service as a very precious thing and certainly my wife is dedicated to the NHS. However from the experiences you've had it seems you've been very unlucky in being exposed to some terrible pre judgements from professionals who are acting well outside of what anyone would expect. Hopefully you have the required evident to hold those individuals to account as that should be done - but not at the expense of your mental or physical health, you need to be mentally and physically as fit as possible to enable the next and hopefully final stage of diagnosis and treatment to come and go to give you a clear path to enjoy your life. I'll order some Honey as I applaud your approach to supporting the bees and I've enjoyed the Bee content ( and your other content over the years) and if it helps stabilise your finances even a little then that's good. Finally I did proper LOL about the crying and muted TV, a great ( not for you) story. Take care gents
That’s much appreciated. Thank you! 🍯
Ordered I added some of Shaun's marmalade - take care fellas
Great to see you guys, hale and hearty. I was heavily sedated for an extraction and vaguely remember doing my rendition of the song: "Because I Got High!!!"
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I personally dont have a problem with anaesthetic but when I had my heart surgery the chap in the bed opposite woke up and said " are you in the band , what instrument are you playing , I'm on the trombone myself " I said I wasnt in the band , he said " oh you're the singer my mistake " 😂 , I cant sing to save my life .
Oh my! I’m so glad you took a video of this removal! I had the same surgery, and was so worried about the removal … I did this many months ago… I did actually record it also as not any videos I could find before and was anxious… I haven’t uploaded the video (only rewatched it recently😱)… I think mine may be too graphic for YT… unless they are happy with graphic but factual videos!?!? … but I was amazed it didn’t feel any pain … well anything when removing … I agree with the string pain overnight when things were not stretched enough 😬…. I have not watched your video yet…just heard about it from this video… but will do now!
I've been following you guys for years, and I have to say I LOVE you more every day ! I'm going in on Nov. 20 for the lumbar injections myself, so I know your pain, my friend.
Good luck!!
I haven’t actually seen my Doctor once since moving to Inverness 10 years ago. Thankfully having worked offshore and in catering I had to have my offshore medical every two years, it’s quite invasive looking at your whole body and general health, which is a good thing. The amount of times other people offshore have found things at an early stage during their medicals must have saved many, many lives. I really think everyone should have something like an offshore medical every few years, not only to save lives but would save the NHS money on the long term. It’s so nice seeing Colin looking so much better and more comfortable
Dude, I gasped so hard I nearly choked on my saliva when I heard what your dr said. O.M.F.G!!!! Surely there’s a way to report it? I’m not a litigious person, but I absolutely think it is warranted in your case. Best wishes to you and Shaun.
I’ll be taking action as soon as I’m able. x
I am so angry to hear this. I work for a world renown health system in the US, and to hear that they want to wait till you can’t walk to do any intervention… when early intervention would be less invasive! And to hear of your GP ignoring and scolding you… I hope you go back to fill her in on everything to hear her response. I will definitely be buying whatever you have on your site. Sending positive vibes to you, and NEGATIVE ones to your GP…
Thanks so much! ♥️
dearest col col;
so glad to see you with your husband; shawn; give col col, the "you can't say that"😂😂😂😂@@FoxesAfloat
Good to see you both!🩵🩵
As always thank you for honestly sharing your lives and health challenges. Knowledge is power. Hoping the spot on your lung is nothing serious. If it helps my wife has a dry cough for years and they have found nothing. Best wishes for full health VERY quickly.
Having a wonderful autumn in Michigan also. Hubby just had surgery for prostate cancer so the weather has been a gift!
All our love and best wishes for a speedy recovery! x
Also, I hate you have had to go through all this and were not listened to. 😢
@@FoxesAfloatthank you, gentlemen.
As an old college friend used to say: well hell! Firstly, I am so angry that the “system” has treated you so badly, even harmfully. But then I am glad you have found answers, if not the best you might have wished for. You are so right that nothing like this should be happening to anyone. I hope you are able to fight successfully for restitution, but until then we will all support you whatever way we can! ❤ for you and ❤for Shaun.
Yes! Thank you!
I love you lads; so warm and personable.
To me you make the perfect couple and I feel so much better mentally after watching your vids!
PS. I feel so bad for all of your anguish with the NHS. Col. You have clearly been suffering and the stuff you had to go through with that first surgeon was simply abhorrent.
I wish you all the best in your recovery and hope that any other ailment gets swiftly dealt with.
It quite clear to any sane and caring person that you are NOT imagining any of your medical issues.
(I am SO sorry for getting your name wrong on the original post Col.
I have a friend who looks exactly like you who is named Gav. It was a genuine balls up…
I am SO sorry mate honestly, I’m mortified! 🫣
Haha! No worries :)
So sorry to hear this. Absolutely shocking, but with the back thing my husband had to go private because of the fact pain isn't enough! You both look after yourselves. I will buy some stuff xx
So very happy to see
the two of you back
to ' normal'.
LOVE you both.
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The NHS has more than just let you down. You need the help of a health advocate and a good lawyer. Praying for good health going forward to give you the strength you're going to need 👍
Oh guys, I feel for you, Im so glad you finally have that one piece of the jigsaw sorted. I hope the other two get sorted too. I've been through similar, 20 years ago at 40 I started with severe back pain. Doctors just gave me physio and pain killers. Within a year I couldn't sit, stand, lie down without unbelievable pain, legs were numb and again didn't offer a scan or anything like that. Then the incontinence signs started and I had to just stop working. I went to a private doctor who immediately did test and a scan and my L4/5 disc had completely collapsed and was pressing on my spinal chord badly. He said it was a bad case and he would operate ASAP. I actually got a new op, a prosthetic rubber and metal disc put in joining but not fusion the two vertebrae. 2 years following I was still in pain. The NHS referred me to a pain clinic where yiu just sit around and talk about your pain, which did nothing for me. I went back to the private doctor and they did a number of nerve ablations, which finally worked, and bar the odd grumbling back pain when I've been lazy and not held proper posture, all is well. I will be looking at your shop to see what I can get to help out. All the best to you both and we look forward to seeing what this tour malarkey will be about! Cheers.👍
Good to see you back at it. Stay safe and well.
I had the exact same issue as you. I was on crutches and had an appointment to see a Neurologist. One week before the appointment, I went to see a Chiropractor who saw me 3 times . By the time I went to the Neurologist, I was only using one crutch and was already feeling somewhat better. To his credit the Neurologist simply asked me if I felt the Chiropractor was helping me and I said Yes. Because of that he told me that he would not touch me (operation wise). A week later I went back to work (after 6 weeks off). I have been going back to the same Chiropractor ever since and have had no back issues. I recently had an MRI done of my lower back for feet numbness and the foot Dr told me that there were no issues with my back and that it all looked totally normal. So my advice to you, whether you want it or not is GET THEE TO A GOOD CHIROPRACTOR! I understand that not all Chiropractors are excellent, so you will have to go by word of mouth to find the best. Good luck and I hope you get back to a pain free life!
This is the problem with social media. Another viewer wrote the exact opposite. A chiropractor paralysed him. Thanks for the story, but we're all different and I'll trust my surgeon to advise me ;) x
@@FoxesAfloat I fully understand that. My Dr. doesn't "throw me around" like some do. He uses a little hand held "hammer" and only works on the areas where his hands can feel a raise in temp. on my body, indicating an irritated area. He's worked wonders for me. Like I say there are alot of not so good Chiropractors out there, and you need to find a good one. Same applies to Medical Drs. as you are finding out.
I'm sorry to hear about your other health issues!
So good to see you smile again, even if it's a smirk. After my knee surgery (epidural, local anesthesia) I instructed my wife on how to drive us home. It was a 7-minute drive but I apparently felt the need to explain to her how to get the transmission in gear. Oh the fun we had. We're having some financial struggles ourselves due to layoffs but as soon as we can I'll support you financially one was or another. I promise.
Enjoy the sunshine lads, it's been so yakkie for us in Yorkshire! We have forgotten what sunshine is! You're both looking well 😊 x
Sending sunshine your way! ☀️
@@FoxesAfloat 😱 today we can actually see the sun! I dont know what jiggery pokery you did but 👏👏 yeyyyyy! 😂😂
I woke up from surgery to a bear growling in the next bed! When I really woke up it was actually a larger man snoring, lol!
You certainly have a lot to deal with. Sending you both my best wishes that everything gets sorted quickly. I will buy a calendar - as you say, every little helps. Take care xx
Yes absolutely, you need to be 'fit to do the fight'. And don't worry, that time will come. Just slowly gather your notes and the timeline of symptoms and appointments, and continue to heal. Stay as calm as you can, day by day. And it will all come together. Slow is smooth and smooth is fast! Wishing you both all the best!!
Your GP should be the first door to open on the way to health. BUT sometimes that door is jammed shut. Someone I know was really suffering with a lot of lower back & pelvic pain, their GP was saying "Can't do anything yet, but in a few months we'll give you injections etc.". They moved to be nearer their children & grandchildren, went to register with their new GP, who took one look at them as they staggered into the consulting room "Hm, your hips are in a bad way, let's get x-rays to see just how bad". Off to hospital to see a consultant, again "Hmm, wrecked hips", x-rays NOW, an hour later and the consultant is saying "We need to do both hips, so well do this one first, then in 6-9 months we'll do the other one, let's see when I can do the first one - how does a week's time sound?" Within a year both hips had been replaced, and while not able to run a marathon they were walking up and down hills, pain free.
Even if you were imagining your symptoms, the GP should not have said that to you. She should be struck off for that alone. At least you're sounding more like the old Collin!
So lovely to see you both .
You have both been so much with the NHS .
I am so sorry.
It is so frightening how in this day and age we are being treated.
You take care .
The wrinkle problem disappears if you grow your hair long, then tie it back ultra tight.
Cheers from the snowy Canadian Rockies l*l.
Oooh, I'm looking forward to the snow! ❄️
I have just found out that I may have Bladder cancer and have got to have TURBT to get biopsies I also have a 12mm stone in my Bladder. The NHS are very fast if you are put on the Cancer Pathway. I have had a CT Scan and a cystoscopy and on Tuesday I have to have my Pre-Op. They found the Bladder stone on my CT Scan but did not mention it on my Cystoscopy. The NHS are all over the place at the moment. Fortunately I have a great GP.. One of my friends has something wrong in his lower spine and he has difficulty walking and has been told nothing can be done. He also has an enlarged Liver but may have to wait for a year to see a consultant. I do hope you get these problems sorted out fast Colin. I have Health Anxiety also and I worry all the time. When I had a Protrate Biopsy under General Anesthetic I did not believe they had done the job and was quite confused for a time. James.
Keeping my fingers crossed for some positive action for you x
Oh my heart goes out to you Colin for all that your going thru.... it's gobsmacking mindboggling how some 'gp's' or 'specialists' who call themselves doctors and get away with this not only physical but also mental abuse dismissing you and others without properly investigating why you've got the pain - oh wow can't wait for the time when your health is stable that you sock it to them with style that they have stuffed up majorily and aren't going to get away with fobbing you off so easily. And so they should be shaking in the boots. It is getting up my nose how they think it was all right. I hope you are changing gp eventually once all the paperwork is at hand. You've got us all standing tall supporting you and thank goodness for Shaun and his support too albeit he is as angry as you. Please look after yourselves and cheers n hugs from Debz from Oz
I am glad you are home and resting and waiting for results to decide what to do next. I couldn't watch the previous video just somethings I am squeamish about. I have seen enough of my own surgeries to know. So nice to see you looking a bit healthier and happier. Take it easy though and be careful Colin. It is rather warm and weird weather be careful about that as well you don't want to end up sick. You have some very kind and generous comment donors :) HUGS to you both :)
Lovely to see a smile back on your face, despite the trials! I too am a victim of nhs neglect and omission. Wasn't listened to, told I was exaggerating my symptoms. Having moved house, finally got a consultant who is sympathetic and LISTENS. They have found pulmonary nodules in my lungs on CT scan - one is "Suspicious". Next CT scan later this month is the crunch one to see if there has been any change. 90% of these lung beasties are harmless. My way of dealing with it has been to tell my brain that ' at the moment it is JUST a nodule.....until my consultant tells me otherwise." But I totally empathise with your situation. Keep putting one foot in front of the other. Weather The Storm. Xxxx
It all starts with a compassionate doctor. When you find one...never let go.
Not my story Guys, but my Dad's. As a WW2 field hospital orderly under canvass in Rommels North Africa, after being clobbered by artillery, he found the RSM singing hymns as he recovered from the anesthetic while in the next stretcher the Company Padre was swearing like a Trooper! Something that has stuck with me all these years later. Keep up with the entertaining vids Guys. Much appreciate your work :)
I don't seem to get notifications when your going live but I managed to start watching this week's live and the connection was lost so still ended up missing half an hour but what I did end up watching was hilarious, you guys are so funny and reading the live chat I am not the only one who thinks like that.
Shaun can I ask - will you be able to make lemon and lime marmalade as its the only marmalade I like.
I just want to thank you both for making me feel better and cheering me up as I had oral surgery on Friday and feeling quite bruised so needed an injection of laughter. Love to you both have a great week xx
It’s cold and very grey on the south coast for ages
Sending you some sunshine! ☀️