So the Doc’s scan found 2 lesions. One on my liver and another on my hip bone. The hip bone one is 6x4cm.
i have a biopsy this week coming.
I’m terrified. I have 2 kids, one going through exams just now, so I have to keep it to myself and my partner. I keep having surges of emotions and collapsing in on myself when I’m alone.
i know I’m not the only one who has gone through this, but it’s really hard.
i just want to know for sure so I can plan. Any advice? I’m considering going back to work on Tuesday, but not sure if I can handle it.
Jeez. Tramadol is rough, it made me float for the 2 weeks I had it. I remember going shopping and my wife found me staring at the lights in the freezer section of the supermarket!
Sorry, I never asked, how are you getting on? If you don’t mind me asking, where are you in the whole cancer process?
For me, I chased up the consultant last week, and it’ll have been 2 weeks today sonce I had the biopsy. I haven’t been referred yet, as they’re waiting to see if it is cancerous. It’s been a very long 2 weeks though. Especially as i’m off work with the pain.
Hi Shambles , for some reason I thought you were a woman (sorry) . Yes tramadol is quite strong, I was prescribed morphine but didn't really get on with it. I seem to manage with tramadol better for now. I had breast cancer in 2012/13 and had op, chemo and radiotherapy. I was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in September 24. I have mets in most of my bones with my spine being the most painful. It is not curable but it is treatable. With my medication my cancer is now stable. I think waiting to hear is the worst possible time , at least if you know you can start your treatment. I worked for the DWP so was lucky to get full pay for six months and then half pay for six months. I hope you are the same. I took early ill health retirement. Please let me know how you get on.
Lee x
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