Second week is completed and Friday couldn't come soon enough. My mouth ulcers have become tolerable and the mouthwash has helped somewhat, but it seems as soon as one appears to heal another pops up, but the mouthwash does numb things for an hour or so. I've had quite a few burst and a mouthful of blood appears, then it seems to heal shut. The body is obviously expelling things and decided to do it this way I think.
Radiation has made itself felt during the latter part of the week, but I'm still on the right side of diarhoea by eating everything I don't normally eat, so basically everything naughty. Have to say the novelty of puddings and sweet things has already worn off as I don't have a sweet tooth and would normally be reaching for rye sourdough and a dish of olives, so stuffing down stodge seems completely alien. It does seem to be working though!!
So far the transport assistance has worked flawlessly has been very helpful.
One thing I didn't expect is that lying on the metal bed during radiation has sparked off the spinal spasm issue I've had for some years, but having let them know, they're extra helpful getting me on and off. I had three mini-episodes over the first 6 visit and the hard table was the trigger. Thankfully they've only been what I call 'mini-episodes'. But I've had several full-blown ones at other times and the pain is out of this world: in fact I pass out. I was scared if that happened I'd move during the treatment as I wouldn't be aware, but they reassured me that if I moved even a fraction, the machine would stop immediately. Phew.
The weekend has been wonderful and I've managed at least 7 hours good sleep Friday and Saturday night. Doesn't it make a difference? And a large bouquet of flowers just arrived from my daughter, so have had a special Sunday too.
Hope you are all coping.
What will Week 3 bring?
Having my PICC dressing replaced tomorrow - it's been itching and is rather red around the margins, so that will be a relief. + zapping.
Onwards & Upwards.
Take care everyone.
Rainie
xxx
Hi Rainieday ,
Great to hear you’re through week 2 already although I’m sorry that you’ve suffered with the mouth ulcers, they sound painful! I had a minor lower back injury some years ago that caused me spasms so I appreciate how awful & painful these can be, it’s good that your team have reassured you about should these spasms make you move during a session.
It’s amazing how valuable those weekends off treatment become isn’t it, I’m pleased you managed some good quality sleep & had a wonderful Mother’s Day.
I'm also pleased your arranged transport is running smoothly, it’s one less thing to worry about isn’t it?
I hope the dressing change offered you some relief today & your radiotherapy went well.
Good luck for week 3!!
Nicola
