xnavyss Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 August 8, 2020 Cruise ( if there is one ) and wife’s surgery. Wife had an Ileostomy ( her entire colon was removed ) the end of January which now requires her to wear an Ostomy Bag. The Doctor told her, they might be able to do a reversal surgery and reconnect to the rectum, so that she would not have to wear an Ostomy Bag. My question. If they are able to do the reversal surgery, it would be done the middle of July. The hospital stay would be about 5 days and the recovery is normally about 2 to 3 weeks. Wife really wants to go on the Cruise. Would you Go on the cruise – If there is one ? Would you Cancel ? Opinions Please ( Proud Military Veteran and Retired Navy Submarine Sailor ) Baked Alaska 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakerette Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 If you booked with a refundable deposit Or purchased travel insurance that allows you to cancel for any reason then I would either cancel the cruise or change the sailing date of the cruise until after your wife has completely recovered from the reversal surgery. Baked Alaska 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wstephensi Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 Wait. My professional medical recommendation. Also my mother in law had back surgery weeks before we were to go on a cruise with her. We begged her to cancel. She refused. The drive down about did her in and she was a mess for the entire cruise, enjoying nothing. Her pain required many visits to sick bay. Baked Alaska 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chadster Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 Also, because your cruise was booked before August 1, 2020 (even if the sail date is after), you should be covered by the current version of "Cruise With Confidence", which means whether your fare is refundable or not, you should qualify for a Future Cruise Credit worth 100% of what you paid. My non-professional opinion, but as someone who struggled to recover after surgery last year in a journey that took about 3 months longer than it was supposed to...please just wait. I'm almost certain you'll both be glad you did. All the best to her for the surgery and her recovery! Baked Alaska and USCG Teacher 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoxboroCruiser Posted May 22, 2020 Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 I had those same surgeries in 2010/2011. The take down (re-connect) was less than 1/2 as invasive as the total collecting, but was still a right few weeks after. We went to Disney while I had the colostomy and it was fine. I’d easily cruise that way. Personally, I think the window from mid-July surgery to Aug 8th cruise is a bit tight. I’d stay with the Oslo my and delay the second surgery a bit. At least she know what to expect as she is. Once ups go through step 2, you enter uncharted waters (pun intended). Could it work out with your timeline. Absolutely! Depending how port intensive the cruise is would factor in the decision for me. I went to the bathroom a lot in the weeks after takedown. I avoided situations and places where finding facilities might be challenging. If she wants to relax and enjoy the ship, no problem. hope that helps. Happy to answer any question or talk more, if you prefer to do so more privately feel free to message me! Thank you for your service! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xnavyss Posted May 22, 2020 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2020 Thanks Everyone What I did not mention. This cruise(s) is a back to back ( 9 total days ) and we were able to use a $400.00 Casino Certificates on the first cruise and a $500.00 Casino Certificate on the 2nd part of the back to back. She does want to go. Me, the loss of the Casino Certificates does not matter. Her enjoyment means more. ( Proud Military Veteran and Retired Navy Submarine Sailor ) JLMoran and WAAAYTOOO 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeWhoWaits Posted May 23, 2020 Report Share Posted May 23, 2020 Decide quickly and use the Lift & Shift option for when she'll be better able to enjoy herself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagar Posted May 23, 2020 Report Share Posted May 23, 2020 An overlooked feature of moving your bookings is there is a waiver of the change fees until August 1. "L&S" won't move casino rates but maybe by calling casino #, they might reschedule it for you if the request is reasonable. Like many posters on here I have had rigid agents and very flexible ones. Chadster and Baked Alaska 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrznTxn Posted May 23, 2020 Report Share Posted May 23, 2020 Tried the "Lift & Shift" on a Casino Cruise for July. They would not budge and would only refund the money paid. Lost two now that way but am looking forward to more in the future. Hope your wife's recovery is swift and issue free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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