Hello.
I have a dilemma. I've been invited to a weekend away in between my 5 radiotherapy sessions. Radiotherapy is planned for Thursday/ Friday then possible weekend away then back to radiotherapy for Mon/Tues/Wednesday.
I have no idea how I will feel after radiotherapy and don't want to ruin the weekend for others. It involves a short flight (50 mins) each way.
If you have been through this can you please advise how tired you feel after each session?
I'm not even sure about the flying bit.
I feel so conflicted as I know my health comes first but I would love to join the party !
Thank you.
Hi Kooky Chick welcome to the forum. Im not sure and I dont know that anyone will be with any certainty as we are all different in how we respond or react. I can understand why you would want to go and it would be good to have a knees up and enjoy yourself but only you will be able to judge how you feel and make the decision from there.
I do recognise that this may be of little help to your query. xxx
Thank you . That makes a lot of sense.Appreciate your reply.
Hi Kooky chick
As said we are all so different it’s hard to say for certain. However, I didn’t find the radiotherapy had much effect on me I didn’t notice any extra tiredness - I was just fed up with the travelling, I had to have 15 lower dose sessions which meant everyday for three weeks as the intensive 5 treatments wasn’t available at that point. I did have chemo prior to radio and in comparison the radio was a walk in the park!
In all honesty, I would be inclined to say go and have fun!
Very best wishes
K x
Thank you. That is very helpful too . I just need to make a decision now!!
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