Guest guest Posted March 31, 2004 Report Share Posted March 31, 2004 RE " Cross Cancer Clinic in Edmonton " -- I was there last July for a PET scan. It is quite a place, isn't it? The scan found two tumors in the upper lobe of my right lung. I has them out when I got home to Regina and they were colon cancer. That is my third lung operation, and my CEA is starting to go up again. So I may be back to Cross this summer. Barry > To all of you who responded, I thank you. I am taking Oxaliplatin > and Capecitabine. I do have tingling of hands with cold and some > bouts with diarrhea, but none of it too bad (fingers crossed). My > main concern is my fear of what is going on inside me. Sometimes, I > get overwhelmed with fear. I call upon God to help me and he does. > I get my second round of chemo April 2 at the Cross Cancer Clinic in > Edmonton. They are very caring and I have an excellent doctor. I > do feel scared but again my daughter will be there for support. My > question is, how can I erase the terrible feelings that wash over me > during different times throughout the day? I do believe that I am > becoming a stronger and wiser person as a result of this cancer. I > find it very comforting to read " Chicken Soup for the Survivor's > Soul " . Now I have another life line which is this support group. I > am 57 years old and I am not ready to give up. I only wish that I > had taken better care of my body when I was younger. I love to > travel and I will again. > > > Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2004 Report Share Posted March 31, 2004 RE " Cross Cancer Clinic in Edmonton " -- I was there last July for a PET scan. It is quite a place, isn't it? The scan found two tumors in the upper lobe of my right lung. I has them out when I got home to Regina and they were colon cancer. That is my third lung operation, and my CEA is starting to go up again. So I may be back to Cross this summer. Barry > To all of you who responded, I thank you. I am taking Oxaliplatin > and Capecitabine. I do have tingling of hands with cold and some > bouts with diarrhea, but none of it too bad (fingers crossed). My > main concern is my fear of what is going on inside me. Sometimes, I > get overwhelmed with fear. I call upon God to help me and he does. > I get my second round of chemo April 2 at the Cross Cancer Clinic in > Edmonton. They are very caring and I have an excellent doctor. I > do feel scared but again my daughter will be there for support. My > question is, how can I erase the terrible feelings that wash over me > during different times throughout the day? I do believe that I am > becoming a stronger and wiser person as a result of this cancer. I > find it very comforting to read " Chicken Soup for the Survivor's > Soul " . Now I have another life line which is this support group. I > am 57 years old and I am not ready to give up. I only wish that I > had taken better care of my body when I was younger. I love to > travel and I will again. > > > Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2004 Report Share Posted March 31, 2004 Hi Carol- It is natural to be scared, no matter what. If there are no symptoms of problems, I try to tell myself that worrying about what is going on is not going to change the results of routine tests. I try to remind myself that worrying about things that I can't change may just waste time that I could otherwise be enjoying the day. It is still tough to do. I have found it has become a bit easier at time. Sharing stories with people here as well as at the infusion room helps, too. Don't beat yourself up about not taking as good care of yourself as you might have. None of us is perfect. There are people who do most everything right and still are in this group, as well as those who do everything " wrong " and escape it. Hang in there, Kris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 1, 2004 Report Share Posted April 1, 2004 Carol,the second chemo is Xeloda,you have some powerful medicines there and God willing they will knock the enemy for a loop. Everyone has some of those feelings it's good you can admit to them. We have good days and bad days. Some days are miraculous,no nausea,little pain and the numbeness and tingling are not to bad. You kind of need a manta,something to hang on to. If I'm not homr nick has a circle of friends he calls,or a family member..I cut down working to just the lowest amount possible to keep my job,they have been so considerate and kind,a blessing. We walk a bit,keep away from crowds,his immune system is shot,don't go out some days and try to do small tasks to overcome the melancholy. This board is great,you have no idea how much some people have been through and still they stay upbeat and offer help,little poems,home recipes and hugs an prayers. This is the place to let it out,to share the good and the bad and to lean on each other. I am sure you will find a lot of love and support. Hang tough,hugs and prayers Nick & Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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