Firstly, I apologise for asking something that must have been asked many times. And secondly, I'm asking it 4 hours before a meeting I'm dreading.
I had a biopsy 3 weeks ago and today I expect to discuss the findings.
My question is simply - what do I ask the consultant today? I woke up with ideas about life expectancy, but fully awake that seems silly. I want to use the time well, so I'm asking for advice please.
Thank you and have a great day.
Chris M
KJ911 love this. Second-guessing yourself for 7 weeks is ruddy tiring. Time for a brew I think.
All the best.
Chris M
Steve, you have totally hit the nail on the head! Your treatment plan is absolutely what my gut says is right for me.
All the best.
Chris M
Great stuff
Just be aware, sometimes there can be pressure on for surgery, sometimes.
Actually one reason for suggesting it u don't normally get HT with surgery and I think u need to start on that asap to stop any further spread
Steve
Hi Chris (Odd Man In ), hope you sleep well tonight. The bone scan is pretty much a formality with those stats, but just done as a belt and braces investigation. Hopefully a plan will be put together soon and you will be on your way.
Best wishes, David
Please remember that I am not medically trained and the above are my personal views.
Steve,
Yes I didn't know until today that HT 'shrinks' the cancer and can make the RT more effective.
Surgery, even performed at Christies, seems daunting to me. I know there's no 'silver bullet' - sadly
Cheers,
Chris M
David, thank you. Today would have been way more stressful without the advice I've had in response to my post this morning.
Sleep well (everybody).
Chris M
I assure you, sleep does get easier, you will be like a damp dishcloth this evening. Sleep well and although it will still be there tomorrow, you are a little further down the road to beating this.
Stay safe.
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