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  • Jonny's blog
    Here we go again......
    Last Thursday my wife began her 5th course (or regime as I term it) of chemotherapy. It seems a long time ago since her diagnosis, which was in August 2002. Since then there have been many ups and downs, many challenging times, lots of tears and laughs, lots of hopes and fears. A quick synopsis - diagnosed with Uterine LMS in Aug 2002 whilst pregnant, hysterectomy 2 weeks laters followed by 7 weeks radiotherapy. Several recurrences in the intervening years in several locations have been treated...
    Former Member
  • AJ's blog
    Good Result
    Dad had his mid chemo (3 months of chemo then a scan) today. The tumour has shrunk, by 25%, we are all so thrilled, the chemo is working. We now he will never be free of it, but its shrinking and that means that we have longer with him.
    Former Member
  • Raincoat's blog
    Hair Envy??
    My neighbour has made me a crazy huge fleece hat crafted lovingly in blue with red spots, replete with crown-type prongs. Naturally I do not wear it around town as it runs counter to my - hem hem - highly sophisticated image (says the bald stick-wielding crone), but it's fabulously warm in our sub-zero temperatures and perfect for close-quarters living. I've just got into the shower wearing the b****y thing! Result is soaked fleece and me wondering if this is the "chemo brain" I have heard so...
    Former Member
  • lcbs72's blog
    All
    Hi Have just come out of hospital having got a central line infection, all OK now and hasn't affected chemo regime which is good. Two weeks left of induction phase two of UK12 ALL trial. so hopefully will be on a chemo break over christmas. Before I start the next phase does it ever end!!
    Former Member
  • Julesx2's blog
    Sun is shining!
    Good Morning ! It is white outside-due to heavy frost- and the sun is shining. Its a beautiful day and I feel pretty good. However it would appear I have some kind of infection ( again) which is affecting my balance. Had BP checked, been to Dr phoned hospital and the BC nurse all are at a loss as to why this is happening.Not seemingly a side effect of chemo as I had thought. Feel like I have been drinking a few glasses of wine- wish I could say I felt this was good.My body is twitching away...
    Former Member
  • gayleygirl's blog
    we all need to laugh
    There’s always one. This has got to be one of the funniest things in a long time. I think this guy should have been promoted, not fired. This is a true story from the Word Perfect Helpline, which was transcribed from a recording monitoring the customer care department. Needless to say the Help Desk employee was fired; however, he/she is currently suing the Word Perfect organization for ‘Termination without Cause’. Actual dialogue of a former WordPerfect Customer Support employee. (Now I know why...
    Former Member
  • gayleygirl's blog
    Things thyr shouldn't say!!!
    We all know that people dont really know what to say to a cancer patient but I think there are some things that should be avoided!!! 1- How r u? I always wanted to say, bloody awfull, but that makes them feel bad. 2-You'll get thru this! Well, I hope so!!! Have no plans to do otherwise. 3- You r so strong! Do I have a choice???? 4- I couldnt cope as well as you!! (my fav) Actually i am not coping, i want to scream, cry and punch something but i was never given a choice so i just have to or face...
    Former Member
  • Angiebabe's blog
    Still Crying. (Tongue in Cheek)
    Went for my 3 week post op check up today following my breast reconstruction, saw my lovely consultant Dr X. Hi Ange he said how are you, am fine thanks but think I have a little seroma on my back. Jumped up on the bed, well didnt jump havnt got the f*********g energy but sort of shuffled and slithered in to place. I am that use to being poked and prodded that i dont even wear a gown now so their I am breathing in, veins in neck ready to burst, showing my lovely new left titty off. Well even tho...
    Former Member
  • lizc's blog
    HOLIDAY INSURANCE
    Hello Does anybody out there know of any insurance company that will insure a terminally ill patient to go abroad that doesn't cost as much as the holiday itself. I would say that at the moment my husband is OK although the cancer is deemed to be terminal.
    Former Member
  • Julesx2's blog
    Side Effects?
    Hi has anyone else had these side effects from CMF. I have had 2 doses and am due to go back next week for my next cycle. Apart from feeling rough for 5 days afterwards I have felt really good until a couple of days go when I started to feel light headed, and loose my balance occasionally. On top I am getting a wee bit forgetful-my family tease me that it is my age! I have read on another site about this and wandered if anyone else has found this.Julesx
    Former Member
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