Hey there, thanks for replying.  I've been on treatment since September. Surgery was in August, down in Melbourne but I live in Queensland.  The pills make me heat up, but as far as treatment goes long term, it is a bit early to tell.    ... View more

My mother is somewhat the same and we ended up with a compromise - I asked work for leave without pay for the next 6 months instead of resigning so I could be with her as much as I could. Perhaps you could do the same? Or just 3 months at the least?   Also I believe there are possible funding available for cancer patients/caregivers by cancer council government? Don’t quote me on that however and perhaps research into it.   Also there are therapists - ones specially for helping caregivers through cancer but mostly - just try and find a friend close by that can be there with you.  I’m so sorry for you and your mum - I understand and only just coping myself with my own mothers cancer.  ... View more

Hang in there.... I know it absolutely rips your heart out. Your mum wouldnt want you to feel like that though. Sending you healing ... View more

Good luck. Make sure you check in and let us know how it goes. ... View more

Hi Joey I had a  double masectomy 30 days ago. I had drainage tubes running through my chest on both sides. They were removed after 10 days on a Friday. On the Monday I ended up in ER because of the excess fluid building up in my chest was building up in the middle of my chest putting pressure on it making it difficult to breath. They drained 110ml from one side and 55ml from the other. I have had my chest drained 3 more times since. I too have been asking questions because the literature I was given and what I was told is that its a 2 to 3 week recovery. I still have fluid and have since been told I might have fluid for up to 6 months. As it builds up it can be most uncomfortable and painful. I hope yours has settled down now. ... View more

Hi Albundy21,   I've never really taken anything to treat the neuropathy symptoms.  I guess I just lived with it. I had it in both hands and feet. I can't tell you how many plates and glasses I've dropped and smashed. Over time the symptoms grew weaker. I still have to be careful if I'm walking on hot ground in bare feet, because I won't necessarily be able to feel how hot the ground is under my feet. So I make sure I test how hot the ground is before walking on it.   I think that the severity of the neuropathy is going to vary a lot person to person due to factors like, where they are in their treatment,   I found that walking helped lessen the effects of the neuropathy.    Also, have a browse through here. https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/cancer-information/after-cancer-treatment/coping-with-side-effects-after-treatment/tingling-or-numbness-in-hands-or-feet/   -sch ... View more

Hi Travis,  I’m so sorry that you are going thru this.  But don’t take no for an answer.  Yes I would of thought they would biopsy the areas in question.  I would absolutely push forward bc the sooner you know the faster you can address the issues at hand.  I’m praying for you and your mom.  But remember don’t take no for an answer keep pushing and advocate for your mom.  Nothing should wait, I would also go for a second opinion.  If you feel like your not getting answers with this dr.  He might not be the right dr for your mom.  Keep pushing forward and stay strong.  Praying for you both and your family.  Please keep us posted. 🙏🏻 Traci Mahar ... View more

Okay thanks, I didn't realised you were based in Australia.  ... View more

Hi Capt'n...    Sorry to hear it's trying to mess with you again.     Came across a fellow named Joe Tippen and research on a product called Fenbendazole...decided to become a guinea pig since my throat ulcer has been getting progressively worse.    My email is Googling1757@gmail.com if you'd like to keep track of how this goes.   Cheers, Joe ... View more

Hi, Yes, if you are in pain definitely ask for some pain relief. Good luck with the colonoscopy. When is that scheduled for?   -sch ... View more