I’m having a rough time. After radiation on Friday I am incredibly congested (was a little before Friday, after exponentially worse) and am having coughing fits like crazy. Plus last night a headache that would not quit. I slept on the sofa for most of the night. I honestly thought I might have to call an Uber or ambulance because it was getting hard to breathe.
But then the meds kicked in and I moved to the bedroom. Woke up drenched in sweat due to the estrogen blocker throwing me back into menopause. It’s been a ride, not a fun one.
Oh fun fact, last night Ronald and Spoolin would not leave my side and Stormie was right under me on the floor.
This is not for the faint of heart, oh and I’ve lost my appetite, literally nothing looks good I can’t even drink coffee. I just want a cold drink, I tried eating soup, I love soup, I had maybe half of the bowl and that was it.
I do need to lose weight so that part might end up being good.
My last radiation treatment is Friday, I’m hoping I can heal cough wise before Wednesday. That is my next appointment then just one more. I wonder if I’ll get to ring the bell, I hear that’s kind of a big deal. But what do I know.
I’ll be honest, the surgery was terrible, I still have pain from that and it’s been roughly a month and a half. I do not wish that kind of pain on anyone.
It was suggested I get a medical grade bra, it was stupid expensive and hurt like crazy. The material was super stiff and it didn’t matter how many times I washed it, it never softened.
Save yourself some money and just get a few sports bras.
I feel very blessed it could have been much worse, the tumor was small and they believe they got it all. Radiation is just a precaution. The surgical oncologist said it was about a 4 percent chance of returning. Always a bright side.
Writing all of this out is actually making me feel better mentally.
Oh and the entire staff of Baylor Scott and White have been incredibly phenomenal. Not one single complaint. Highly suggest if you ever find yourself in this situation.
Angie World 