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February 2012
Congratulations on successful treatment . It looks as though your cancer was found early.
The Cancer Council is wonderful ,I think.
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February 2012
It's difficult for all ,particularly when you have children. You will have to be the one to support your husband but also to do your best to see that the children's needs are met. You seem to be doing a good job. Don't forget in all this to also look after yourself. Maybe friends and family could take the children for outings or visits at times so that they get away from the sadness and pain for short times. This would help you too,I would think. Just a suggestion.
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February 2012
My surgeon and my rad/onc. ignored my complaints about nerve pain .A nurse told me to see my gp about it. The gp prescribed Lyrica but did say if it doesn't help there are other medications to try. It is expensive .The cheapest I found was $112/ month for 150mg when I took it twice a day but the 75mg is cheaper. Cost depends on dosage .We claim it on our health fund and get back $35 per script, no matter what we pay. It also comes in 25mg.
I know it helps me . Before I took it I was so depressed ,having to put up with the pain and the weird discomforting sensations. There are side effects but for me minimal. Ask your gp about trying this or another medication. None will be on the PBS so all will be costly. Quality of life is what it helps with. I still get the minor pains etc. but that is mostly when it's time for another tablet. Certain activities seem to trigger the pain . I sometimes think it will never go away.
I hope this helps a little. Let me know how you get on.
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February 2012
I am in remission and could remain so for a short or a very long time. No one knows. I hope all went well for you today.
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February 2012
I hope you get good news on Monday.Keep yourself busy over the weekend with whatever.
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February 2012
It's sad about lettuce but can you use other greens instead? Cabbage,asparagus ,beans,peas? It won't look as good but it can be healthy.
Two cancers is a bit unfair.
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February 2012
I just want to say hello. I have a different cancer so can't help. I am also a teacher but don't teach since cancer. I was only doing relief work before but loved it. All the best with your treatment.
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