Hi guys
The scans show nothing of concern
The ENT consultant does not want to see me until September!
still lots of pain in neck at scar sight, swelling and restricted movement
eating not great, bread and chicken impossible
Nerve pain bad
is this all part of the new normal
anxiety very bad
very conscious of scar on neck
john
Hi John, your scan results are good news. If painkillers are not doing much for your pain let your team know they will give you something stronger. It does take a while for things to settle down after treatment, and things will get better with time, your body still has a lot of healing to do. Recovery can feel like one step forward and two back at times, but you will get there.
Ray
Anxiety is pretty normal for us...try and join a local support group...talking helps.
Eating better takes time...it will improve...challenge yourself weekly with different food and drinks...Guinness alcohol free is one of my go to's...
Pain...don't suffer in silence...tell your oncology team...phone or email.
Michael
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