My first round of treatment came off like a walk in the park. My schedule was barely interrupted; I kept working, playing tennis and going about my daily business. Towards the end I was more tired and had some GI issues, but that was the worst of it.
Now I have a little over two months to think of the next treatment (my surgery) coming down the pike. Don't think about it, you say! Enjoy your freedom while you can! Don't stress yourself out! Keep a positive attitude! Easy for you to say, I say! David, having had two cancers, understands what I'm going through and applies project management standards. He told me I am out of the development and testing stage and ready for the execution stage. Nicely put, right?
It's not so much the surgery, I can deal with that. It's being in a hospital for a week and having to wear a c-bag. And to any one who tells me wearing a c-bag isn't so bad, I say take one for a test drive! I do have a good idea that the medical oncologist liked. In order to keep the apparatus in place, I'm thinking of wearing Spanx. I think it would be better than having to use a lot of tape which will irritate my skin. So, when the time comes, I'll let you know how that idea works.
I have some friends who have volunteered to spend nights with me while in the hospital. One has had breast cancer and has been wonderfully helpful!
I know I just have to put my head down and keep trudging into the wind. I also know I don't have to like what I'm going through or pretend to for others benefit.
Here is a wonderful blog by a young woman who went through leukemia cancer treatment. She's an inspiration.
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