Hi,
I’ve been following this group since March but for some reason my join request had not been approved so I couldn’t post anything. That got sorted out today.
I can see this is a hugely supportive group and hope I can add to that.
whilst you can read my bio for detail a quick summary would be:
63,
Jan 2022 stage 4 stomach cancer, prognosis less than a year.
Jan 2022 1st op (aborted, complications), prognosis reaffirmed and initially told no chemo and no op palliative only.
Following further review and quick recovery from op Chemo agreed.
Jun 2022 2nd Op - successful but post op historology not great
Adjuvant Chemo completed Oct 22
Dec 22 to Jan 25 in great health, not a single days illness, got a new job (mistake should have retired then)
Jan 25 very ill, tests confirmed cancer metastasised to soft tissue in abdomen and affecting liver. Prognosis less than a year, palliative care only. Onc offered Chemo but assessed would add 2 to 3 months at best which I declined. Immediately stopped working.
So far just getting liver related symptoms which are not frequent and I would describe as mild. Managing to get insurance and do some travelling and still golfing 2 to 3 times a week albeit usually followed by fatigue.
I have already made my peace with the situation, hardest part is not knowing what comes next or when so as most of you know it’s about living for the day, I’ve always been about moving forward so I make plans on the basis I will still be OK when that day arrives so July and August already looking pretty full.
I am fortunate to have a wonderful supportive family and circle of friends so feel truly blessed.
I have been looking into alternative medicines so would welcome any discussion from others who have also looked at that. I have been having Reiki through Sue Ryder and Sound baths privately both of which I find very beneficial. I take mushroom supplements and I think they have alleviated the symptoms I have been having. I am currently looking into the medicinal qualities of Beetroot.
Well done to anyone who has persevered and read the whole post, I do tend to say/write a lot once I get started.
I’m looking forward to contributing when I can from my experience and outlook. I have read many of the posts and my heart goes out to those who are having a tougher time than me, thank you for creating those posts as they help me keep my current situation in perspective and to prepare myself for what will ultimately come along.
Regards
Les
