Tony Thanks for posting links ,meditation does help me to relax mind and body . ... View more

Dorothy1 How are you going  with chemo I hope the side effects  are not to severe. ... View more

Captain Australi Great attitude,like your explanation about not living with cancer Inspiring words from your post ... View more

Best wishes for Surgery. ... View more

Unfortunately hindsight is a wonderful thing,it would be hard to accept wearing those incontinence underwear,especially with the difficulties and discomfort you are experiencing.   Possibly your son has taken your words very personal and out of context but at this moment in time,reach out and explain the love and feelings you have for them all, don’t let it go on like it is,and have a wedge driven between you both ,at this very difficult time in you want your family beside you.     When making decisions about quality of life versus quantity ,we have to respect the patients decision they  have the final say.   Have you had a chat to your GP about your health and feelings,I had a few chats to mine during my treatment ,I got some good advice to help me cope. I hope tomorrow is a better day for you,I just took it one day at a time. ... View more

I am suffering similar symptoms I have a history of nerve impingement in the neck at C4 With pain referred to shoulder and blade,arm ,hands and pins and needles .I am presently waiting for an episode of sciatica to settle down before having an. MRI to confirm and then a guided injection .Mine changes with movement of my neck     Budgie is right you need a neurologist,a scan or MRI will show something if you have a problem. Good luck fingers crossed. ... View more

Peace I am so glad the morphine is helping your Dad,very true it is a hard decision to face chemo and radiation after it has metastasised and returned,He is a very strong person knowing the side effects ,by choosing to have those treatments again ,hoping to gain more time with his loved ones ,it is a personal choice as you well know.Words can’t help you but try and stay strong ,and think about having a chat with your GP at this very trying time in your life if needed. ... View more

Peace sorry toread that your Dad has reached this stage of his life,is he under palliative care,the medicos usually have an idea when a person is nearing the end ,have you asked them for there thoughts on your fathers life expectancy,I hope the morphine can help with his pain it is a very hard time to watch a loved one go through this ,my thoughts are with you both  at this very emotional and difficult time . ... View more

Dorothy1 The side effects from chemo treatment vary from person to person I had fatigue nausea and loss of appetite ,while a friend of mine had very minimal side effects from the same chemo,It can be a daunting prospect facing chemo therapy it is normal to have the feelings you have about chemo ,try to have an open mind when you receive it ,hopefully you may not suffer many side effects ,only time will tell,I was told to drink plenty of water to help flush the body after chemo. Best wishes with your treatment. ... View more

Hi Mary I can definitely understand you not wanting to ring for results.It is great you’re Mum feels good and full of life,oh yes she sounds like one tough Lady well done to her ,that’s nice yesterday was a lovely day.You also need to look after yourself at this time ,I have been through. Various stages of PC with my friends,don’t be hesitant to ask for help from your GP and other medical specialists. I am here just a keyboard touch away If I can be of assistance. Best wishes Kj ... View more