Hi everyone, I had my results from my PET CT scan today , I’m pleased to say I got the all clear , no disease detected !! PHEW whoever is going through treatment & side effects , hang in there, it will all be worth it in the end , KICK CANCERS BUTT !
So, I've survived the mask! Last treatment tomorrow I've come away with half a pharmacy by way of pain relief and now have to be sensible rest and keep pain under control which apparently is what the next 3 weeks is about. I'm hoping it does not get significantly...
So after dentist referral, 1st appointment at Addenbrookes today. Looks as though we are at the start of our cancer journey. Consultant took a look, definitely cancer although nothing else known atm. Head x-rays done. Will be getting appointent for...
Hi Approaching 6 months post treatment - feels like a major marker. More good days than bad, returning to teaching next week!! It will be challenging with a weaker voice, dry mouth etc but will give it a good go. Has anyone found a lip balm that is...
Just had my first radiotherapy didn't realise how quick it was just getting comfortable with the mask breathing had settled down and the nurse was taking it off I know the hard times are to come
Hi everyone sorry I haven’t been on here for a long time , I’m doing very well apart from my struggles eating certain foods but I’m trying different things to see if my mouth tolerates it , getting bit sick of pasta had my PET CT scan today wasn’t too...
Hola all from Spain. I’m now 6 weeks post radiotherapy and two out of three rounds of cisplatin. Was unable to complete the chemo after being admitted to hospital for 4 days and then 9 days following the first two. Had a peg fitted at week 3 which was...
Hi, 7 weeks after treatment… I had my ENT appointment -he was optimistic about my treatment but I so anxious about PET scan. T4 - what chance I have? I been told at the beginning of the treatment I got 20%…i spending my days in pyjama watching tv , scare...
Hi Everyone new and old. As photos shows 4 years today since I rung the bell at Leeds Cancer centre. Am almost back to me well a slightly kinder me I have more patience now that’s for sure. Dry mouth sticks around sone days. But life is good. New challenges...
Just been diagnosed been looking for help ,family always giving the advice you want to hear but reading these post gives me real hope the struggle is real but the outcome is nit always bad. Everyone out there keep believing and thank you
