The Complications I Didn’t See Coming

There is the version of surgery you are told about… and then there is the version you actually live. In this episode, I share what my recovery really looked like after bladder removal, including the complications no one prepared me for. From unexpected delays due to scar tissue, to an extended hospital stay with an NG tube, to hair loss and a UTI that nearly turned septic, this is the side of recovery that often goes unspoken. This is not about fear. It is about awareness. Because when you understand what can happen, you are better prepared to recognize it, respond to it, and move through it. If you are navigating this yourself, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a real-life look at what recovery can actually feel like beyond the expected timeline.