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Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 10:56 am
by Soner
Have been diagnosed with a tumour in my throat, 90% it's benign, and have to have it removed. Has anyone had similar and operated on, in the TRNC. Which hospital, length of time in hospital and approx cost? You can PM me if you like. I have been advised that I need to stay in hospital for 10 days. Currently getting second opinions from other doctors.
Any info would be much appreciated.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 11:44 am
by TB10pilot
Speak to Dr. Tarik at The Etic hospital. He has removed tumours from at least two of my lady friends including a total breast removal. Excellent work in both cases. Hospital tel: 0392 223 4694. Dr Tarik 0533 841 9933

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 1:11 pm
by Trigger
Jeez. Good luck with all that Sonar. Hope it all works out.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 1:18 pm
by Brend
Good luck Sonar

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 1:20 pm
by Hedge-fund
Best wishes Soner

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 1:27 pm
by EnjoyingTheSun
Best of luck with it all

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 2:17 pm
by helendj
Soner, everyone on this forum will wish you the very best - having had more than one operation here, not tumours though, can testify that the surgeons do a brilliant job! all the very very best xxx

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 2:36 pm
by Soner
Thanks everyone. Just need to get this sorted asap but really do not see any reason for having to be hospitalised for a long period of time. Waiting to hear from Near East. Will also contact Etic. Thank you.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 3:19 pm
by come_on_aylin
I had my thyroid removed in Lefkoşa state hospital in 2012 by Dr Tarık, mentioned above, 2 night stay from the evening before. Was very happy with the operation, not same as uk and probably less comfortable than a private hospital but same surgeon. He was recommended by a friend's mother who is a doctor here and he'd performed same op on her daughter. Was quoted ₺5000 in private hospital, think it was about a third of that at the state hospital.
Good luck :x))

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 3:37 pm
by tutor4u
Best wishes Sonar , get well soon

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Mon 11 Jan 2021 4:07 pm
by thornaby
Soner, my very best wishes for a speedy recovery .

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 10:13 am
by MnM
Wasn't expecting to read that first thing this morning bud. We both know you'll come out smiling though. You're in good hands at home which is half the battle won already.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 2:02 pm
by Panchocat
Is it in your throat or in your neck, Sonar?
My husband had one removed from inside his neck near his windpipe by an excellent doctor at Başkent hospital in Lefkosa. 3 hour op because there are a lot of nerves in that area. He was in and out of hospital in a day. Good luck.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 2:22 pm
by summercyprus
hope all goes well soner

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 2:45 pm
by Soner
Panchocat wrote:
Tue 12 Jan 2021 2:02 pm
Is it in your throat or in your neck, Sonar?
My husband had one removed from inside his neck near his windpipe by an excellent doctor at Başkent hospital in Lefkosa. 3 hour op because there are a lot of nerves in that area. He was in and out of hospital in a day. Good luck.
It is in my neck, just below ear, told it was on salivary gland. That's what I want to here, in and out in one day. :) Baskent, is that state or private?

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 2:49 pm
by Panchocat
Private. Just up the road on the opposite side to the Etik.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 2:55 pm
by wrymouth
Wishing you all the best Soner.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 4:02 pm
by Panchocat
Answered your PM Soner. Did you get it as not showing as sent?

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 4:10 pm
by Lovelife
Soner, is your operation called a parotidectomy? If it is it's unlikely you would be in and out the same day.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Tue 12 Jan 2021 11:32 pm
by rocking
All thoughts and 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 With you.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 13 Jan 2021 12:16 am
by Soner
Lovelife wrote:
Tue 12 Jan 2021 4:10 pm
Soner, is your operation called a parotidectomy? If it is it's unlikely you would be in and out the same day.
I hope not. Need to find out more after seeing the youtube vids on this. The tumour I have seems more lower below the ear in the neck.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 13 Jan 2021 6:25 am
by ozankoys
So sorry to hear this Soner may we send our very best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 13 Jan 2021 6:47 am
by Lovelife
Soner, I see. Yes you need to find out more information. I used to say to patients if you think of any questions write them down and take them to your consultation, as it's easy to forget when in a consultation.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 13 Jan 2021 8:21 am
by sausage and pash
If you need any help, just let me know. I we havent met, but if you need help, i will help. Regards jx

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 13 Jan 2021 1:25 pm
by Soner
I have made several appointments for tomorrow. Should then be in position to make a final decision.
Thank you all very much for your kind words. :wink:

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Thu 14 Jan 2021 5:24 pm
by Soner
It is a parotidectomy. All sorted now. Will have op next week. Thank you all for your kind words and info. Much appreciated. 🙂

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Thu 14 Jan 2021 5:29 pm
by Dalartokat
Soner can I ask what were your symptoms beforehand?

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Thu 14 Jan 2021 6:22 pm
by Soner
About 2 months ago I had a swelling in the neck, no pain. I took Ibuprofen for a few days :+1:) (8)) :x)) and swelling went right down. Waited a week before seeing my GP as the small lump was still visible. I was advised to see ENT specialists, who then referred me for an MRI scan. Had a small tumour behind nose (does not seem to be much of a concern to the doctors, but they will do a biopsy to double check), and a larger (golf ball size) tumour in my neck, on main salivary gland. Main issue is that there are several facial nerves surrounding the tumour, which need to be identified before removal of tumour, so they don't get snipped. All doctors that I have seen believe that the tumour is BENIGN (edited sorry), but would do a biopsy just to be on the safe side.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Thu 14 Jan 2021 6:25 pm
by Mowgli597
Best of luck Soner. All will be well inshallah.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Thu 14 Jan 2021 8:07 pm
by Dalartokat
Good you are being seen straight away. Best wishes.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Thu 14 Jan 2021 9:10 pm
by orientalgirl
Hello Soner,


I had these these symptoms too. i was working Oncology Dept. at the time and it was noticed by a colleague that I had a swelling on my neck.
Had the surgery, benign lump removed and one night stay in hospital. this was in the UK.
Trust all goes as well for you.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Fri 15 Jan 2021 7:22 am
by Lovelife
Glad to hear you now have all the information and will be having your surgery soon.
Good luck and take care.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Fri 15 Jan 2021 8:05 am
by sophie
We're all wishing you well Soner. Hope the vibes are rushing your way. Good Health and Happiness. S.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Fri 15 Jan 2021 9:55 am
by Becker
Good luck for a quick solution & speedy recovery.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 20 Jan 2021 3:33 am
by Soner
Thank you everyone for you help and kind words. I had operation yesterday morning and all went well. Dr Ferhat Erişi performed the op at the NE Hospital. Tumour size of an egg and 2 small ones removed from neck. Recovered from general anaesthetic immediately not feeling drowsy or sick. On Dr Ferhat checking me over at 1:30pm, I joked and asked if I could go home; response was "yes". In at 8am, op was 55 minutes from 9am, home by 3:30 pm. Just a little sore and will get bandages replaced by local nurses in Geçitkale, then, I see Dr Ferhat next week for another checkover and results of tests on tumours. Great service and doctor. Dissolving stitches used, an added bonus.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 20 Jan 2021 6:30 am
by ozankoys
That is great news Soner best wishes for a very speedy recovery, stay warm & rest!

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 20 Jan 2021 6:30 am
by alphamike
Glad it went well Soner and you are back home. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 20 Jan 2021 11:56 am
by Panchocat
Glad all went well and you were in and out in a day. Stay safe.

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 20 Jan 2021 12:56 pm
by silverfir
So pleased to hear your operation was successful. Wishing you a good healthy future

Re: Tumour removal in TRNC

Posted: Wed 20 Jan 2021 4:29 pm
by Lovelife
Pleased you are home and recovering, stay safe and rest.