radiotherapy

Take a deep breath. It's a challenge but it's never as bad as we imagine

Have look at THIS THREAD on helpful tips for those about to start treatment.

You won't see much in the way of acute effects for a couple of weeks so try to relax into the treatment. You can do this a day a a time

PS

Tannis said:

my cancer nurse doesn’t reply to emails 

Tell your radiographers that you are finding this unacceptable. They should pass the message on.

Hi!

This is a great group if you have questions about radiotherapy or side effects.

It helped me immensely.

All the best for your treatment. 

Izzy. 

Im the partner of bridget. I dont know what to say. I had lower left jaw removed and all went well. But loosing all your teeth, i cant imagine. PERSONALLY i regret with a passon having RT. Caused me more grief than good i think. But its your call and always will be. I wish you all the best

Hi, Tannis, it is scary because we don't know what it's going to be like, however when you get there your team will explain everything to you and put your mind at rest. It is a challenge, but it is doable with very high rates of cure. Always keep your team updated on how you are, telling them of any side effects you may get, don't suffer in silence they will prescribe something for them. You will be in good hands, the weeks will quickly pass by, and you will be on the road to recovery. We are all here to help if we can, any questions or worries just ask. 

Ray.

thanks hun struggling to eat still been 3 weeks since teeth removed god knows how they expect me to keep weight up radiotherapy starts tomorrow dreading tomoz xxx

All the best for today, you will quickly get into your daily routine. Look at every day as a day nearer recovering.

Ray.

Tannis said:

thanks hun struggling to eat still been 3 weeks since teeth removed god knows how they expect me to keep weight up radiotherapy starts tomorrow dreading tomoz xxx

You'll do it.... a day at a time

thank you