I've finished the 10 days of head radiation that was done prophylactically to reduce the risk of my cancer returning and going to my brain. It's over and I feel great. They gave me my mask that they'd made for me to wear during treatment and told me I was welcome to burn it, blow it up or shoot it with a shotgun. Haven't decided quite what I want to do with it.
My hair hasn't fallen out and is in fact still growing. My doctor said it might start falling out in a week or so, the technicians who ran the radiation said the dose was so low it might not fall out----hope they're right.
Went to Hobby Lobby with Mac today, he needed canvases. It's the first time I've been able to cruise their aisles and cruise I did. Many things were 40% off and I indulged. While we waited for Hobby Lobby to open we went to Lowes and did some plant shopping. Got a new Gardenia, we're going to put it in a big pot next to the pool and some really pretty golden Zinnias .
Then we went to breakfast---eggs, hash browns and pancakes---so good. Next was some grocery shopping.
All in all I was out for 4 hours, the longest I've been out except for medical treatment.
No more doctors for awhile. Physicals for us later in the month, Medicare says we have to, but there'll be no X-rays for me, I've had enough radiation.
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ReplyDeleteSuch good news.
This was one blog that I really loved reading today.
cheers, parsnip
I am thrilled for you. I am grinning from ear to ear knowing that your ordeal is over. Hopefully there will be no hair loss...
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to hear you've had some return to normal activities. Keep getting stronger!
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased for you. Enjoy every day.
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I am so thrilled you are done with radiation. When my husband was done he left his mask there. He had high dosage 37 days in a row (head/neck cancer-very aggressive-stage 4). The good thing is that the radiation and the chemo worked and he has been cancer free for 3-1/2 years.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you went out and about and had a bit of fun shopping. Have a wonderful week- xo Diana
Lots to celebrate. Glad you’re still feeling ok. Thinking of you. B x
ReplyDeleteWow, you put in a long day! That's really great to hear. I had surgery last Thursday and I'm still needing afternoon naps!
ReplyDeleteHope you're ok.
DeleteThat sounds like quite a victorious day! I hope you manage to keep your hair, but if you don't, I'm sure you will navigate that just as well, with family support, as you have everything else. :) -Jenn
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to think that you may be done with treatments and life can find a 'new normal.'
ReplyDeleteA dear friend wore her hair long for years. When it began to grow in after chemo and radiation were finished she opted for a very short pixie style--has worn it that way now for more than a decade--cancer-free.
Great that you are done! I'm hoping for you it's good riddance to all that treatment. You deserve the best in life.
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful, so glad all has gone well and that you've been able to get out and about.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great relief - your joy is positively tangible - well done.
ReplyDeleteGood news, Janet so pleased things are going well and that you have been doing ordinary things again:)
ReplyDeleteI admire your courage and fortitude and I wish someone would invent an admiration medal... 'cause that's that you should have.
ReplyDeleteGreat news, Janet. I hope you enjoy the rest of summer by your pool and lovely garden. Pat xx
ReplyDeleteThat's very good news. I'm so pleased to know that you are feeling much better and have more energy now that some tough treatment is finished. I hope you and Mac have a relaxing month.
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic news Janet. I am so glad you are now have the strength to do anything you like. x
ReplyDeleteI am glad you have that behind you and I hope you get to keep your hair! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Good news indeed! (I intend to save my mask and decorate it for Halloween. Just hoping I don't need it again...)
ReplyDeleteSo very pleased for you :)
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
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