Good morning everyone, I haven’t posted for a while but I still check in and read all the threads.
I finished treatment last April and was given the all clear in June. Since then I’ve gone back to work, returned to the gym, and really tried to move forward with life. For the most part, I’ve managed to keep the cancer in the background.
But last week I suddenly came down with a virus. One day I felt completely fine, and the next my whole body was aching and my muscles felt like they’d seized up. The flu symptoms passed after a few days, but I’ve been left with a very sore pelvis. Sitting down and standing up is incredibly painful — it literally takes my breath away. It feels almost like I’ve fallen and bruised my tailbone, and the area is tender to touch.
I also had some bleeding and noticed a lump in my groin. When my doctor examined me internally last week, he said the virus may have caused inflammation in the radiation scar tissue.
Has anyone else experienced anything like this? I’ve had to take sick leave again because there’s no way I can sit at a desk for 7.5 hours right now. Walking or lying down is much more manageable than sitting.
Hi Mix ,
I’m really sorry that you’re not well at the moment especially after doing so well in your recovery, it definitely sounds as though the virus you’ve had has set off a whole load of inflammation. Did your Dr also check the lump in your groin? As Irene has said if it doesn’t resolve soon don’t be afraid to ask to see your Dr again.
Sending lots of healing thoughts your way. Please let us know how you are getting along.
Nicola
