Brachytherapy

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I am due to go in tomorrow for Brachytherapy with an overnight stay and feel so disappointed that I am going in without knowing much apart from what I have read on here and in books that were given to me at the beginning. I text my Key Worker this morning who said she will call me later today and I have really struggled to stay awake after my 5 weeks of radiotherapy- no phone call yet. 
Could anyone tell me what I need to pack to take in hospital? Do I need jamas dressing gown toiletries etc? 
Do I need to remove my nail polish? As im sure my consultant mentioned an epidural but they said I was being put to sleep when I went for my pre op. 
I am very nervous now. 

  • Hi  

    I’m sorry you haven’t heard back from your nurse, especially when you are going in tomorrow. It can make it more nerve wracking feeling you don’t have enough information.

    I hope some of the other ladies who been in overnight for this will be able to answer your specific questions. 

    Sarah xx


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