Oh, sorry for the not so good news.  Hopefully it's still in the early stages & the radiation can get rid of it.   I feel for your mum - having radiation in that area will be horrible.   Maybe lots of salt water baths will be in good order.  All the best Budgie  ... View more

Hi Sueosman,   That's a terrible situation to be in.  Your nephew might be trying to protect you all from his pain, but in so doing, is creating pain & frustration.  His mind would be a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions, but to lash out doesn't help anyone.  That he has become abusive is not acceptable & he needs to be made aware of this fact.    Perhaps someone could suggest counselling for him, & maybe give him a bit of space for a while.   Unfortunately, there's not a great deal that you can do until he decides he wants & needs your help & support, except to reassure him it's there for him when he does.   All the best Budgie     ... View more

I did watch Yoga Pants, & I must say it was better than Kate's, but only because there was a bigger variation of words. 😉 ... View more

True about the nerves Vanessa - might be a good time to take up another hobby 🎯🎨🎶     ... View more

Hi Claire,   I also had a total hysterectomy when I was 44.  The hormone pill they popped in was supposed to last 6 - 12 months, so I was told.  I must have been very lucky, because I've never had any issues, & haven't worried about having any further HRT.   I'm 55 now.   I've heard on the radio recently (a few months ago) though, that HRT can increase the risks which cause cancer.  Where does it all end? - everything these days can cause cancer.   I'm sorry that you're both feeling like crap @Lehiatus & @PhilPepper .   Claire, do you like ginger?  It should help with the joint pain if you have some each day.    @Katekat I listened to your little ditty & can imagine why little ones would like it.  😖   Sending my well wishes to you all.  ❣️   ... View more

Hi Vanessa1   Sorry that you have cancer.  I'm sure there's someone here that will be able to give you some guidance. Are they waiting to see if the chemo will shrink the tumour enough to then remove it surgically, or are they hoping it will shrink it totally? Well done on giving up the cigarettes.  You'll be feeling a bit better just because you have, plus you'll save a lot of money now.   Budgie ... View more

Wake up smiling, live each day to the fullest, & don't sweat the small stuff.   That's how I do it anyhow. 🙂   Budgie ... View more

Hi Jsmc,   Piece by piece is fine, as long as you do get it all out!  Is your wife still on chemo?  The drug itself could have something to do with how she is.  Sometimes, apparently, it can have a negative effect on your personality.     What are you doing for yourself?  You need to take care of you, it's not just your wife that needs looking after.  Do you have time to yourself at all?  Do you have friends you can talk to & download to?  Have you tried to talk to your wife about how she is making you feel?  There are quite alot of people in a similar situation as yourself on this website.  @little_stitcher started this thread, Abusive patients,  you may be interested in.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  All the best Budgie       ... View more

Thanks Phil, 🙂.  I've been loving the sunshine.  It's coming in patches today though.   Old Cooma Road - I hated that road because it was so blooming bumpy - we have a van & the suspension isn't fantastic. (I don't know why but, after you've had a few organs removed from your body, going over bumpy roads can really hurt).   We moved from the area just when they started getting things ready to do the work.    How are you going with this cycle?  I understand what you are talking about - dreading the return of the meds.  My first chemo was a tablet I took daily for two weeks then had two weeks off.  By the end of the two weeks off I was only just able to enjoy food again.  It was torture.   I'm thinking that my current treatment isn't working any more, or at least, as well as it should be.  I'm starting to get little niggling pains & twitches in areas of previous tumours.  I have scans booked for towards the end of next month, so we shall see what news they bring.   How are all your fur babies going?   ... View more

Hi Anthoney,   I agree totally with kj, get a new GP.  Any doctor who dismisses blood coming from the back passage as nothing to worry about needs to be struck from the register.  Your age shouldn't have anything to do with a diagnosis.  If you're passing that much fresh blood, it would be advisable, I think, to go to your ER as soon as you can & get everything checked out properly.     Budgie     ... View more