Amazingly it is just over a year since I first saw my GP about not feeling well which led to a whole series of tests culminating in a PC diagnosis. I had a Whipples in April followed by the commencement of a 12 cycle course of folfirinox chemo. that finished a few weeks ago and I was reviewed by the consultant last week.
First the good news. I am feeling pretty well and the chemo didn't cause too many problems although towards the end I got 2 infections which meant 2 separate stays of 3 days in hospital being dosed with antibiotics which sorted things out. a significant milestone has been reached in as much that a crusty roll with strong cheese tastes as it should rather than like a piece of buttered cardboard. Not exactly scientific I know but it works for me. also my appetite has improved and I am beginning to put on some of the lost weight.
Secondly even better news. The consultant doesn't want to see me for a year and now the hospital routine is over we can start making some plans. I am not naïve enough to think I am cured but at least the pc can be a less dominant part of our lives.
I have received wonderful treatment but the lions share of the credit must go to my partner who made sure that I maintained a decent food intake even when everything tasted horrible and put up with my grumpier moments I dread to think what life would have been without her
A Happy Christmas to all and lets hope for good outcomes in 2020
