Start treatment Monday 4/9

Hi Delilah

Everyone is different it seems.Thanks for getting back to me

Turi

Thanks Lynn for replying.I certainly will try and keep on top of it

Best wishes 

Turi

Hi Dani.

I contacted cancer uk about using a woodburner worries about the smoke.I had it put in last year.Top quality one with door and all the certificates.Cancer uk said they had no specific guidance also spoke to one of the cancer advisors at the local Maggies centre.She said they are updated constantly on risks etc but woodburners hadnt had anything in.Looked up DEFRA but they advise dry well seasoned wood which is what i use anyway.I just wonder has anyone been advised not to use the fires due to inhaling wood smoke when you load up with wood.Thers always some smoke.Cancer uk said they would be much more worried about cig smoke.

Thanks Turi

Cancer UK are spot on. I wouldn't worry.

If you're getting blow back when you open to refuel then open the chimney flue before you open the door to the fire.

Thanks Dani

Turi

I had 30 cycles of RT between Dec22 and Jan23 and was tough to get through. That said, you do come out of the other side and whilst some of the effects are long lasting many are not. At it's worse try and remember that it is temporary and things will get better you just need to dig deep and find a seam of patience from time to time. Good luck!

Thanks GeneS.Everyone seems to have such different experiences don't they ? The waiting has been hard.So much good advice on here.

Turi

Good luck Turi!

Hang in there, rest a lot but try to get out for a walk every day - even a short toddle - and drink enough water even if it hurts (fluids fluids fluids was my oncologist's #1 advice). I finished 6 weeks chemo & RT 9 months ago and, though it did get tough, I'm really well now (touch wood) with just a dry mouth to show for it. It will be over before you know it, and our treatment has a high success rate.

Hi CatSW9

Thanks for your reply.It's great to hear all the positive stories on here and I need to keep that at the front of my mind.

Thanks

Turi

Glad I read this,  I have tongue t41n and having feeding tube fitted on Monday,. very worried about swallowing, but your comments has helped. Awaiting 6 weeks of Rt.