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I am so happy that you are feeling some relief. Always happy to share what worked and didn't. Have a Happy Easter, we are going water skiing for the holidays (yes I can still ski but not like I used to), life does get back to some kind of normal it just depends on how much your not willing to let go of................ keep up the good fight. I will be thinking of you. xxxx

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Thanks Ron, it was great to hear that you are free of the curse and for such a long time. You know I went to physio the other day as I have a knee problem and after some tough exercise I woke at 3 am the next morning with massive pain in my shin and ankle, it was like my bone was being sawn up the middle. Physio said if it happens again he want me to go see my Dr. Nueropathy is no fun but since he changed me from Ice to heat I haven't experienced it again. It gives you a bit of a jult when medical professionals get concerned like that. I don't want to be worried about everything I feel in this messed up body. I guess its like the Australian Government say about terrorism- "Be Alert Not Alarmed"............. Thanks again for your words it helps to hear it from survivors not Doctors. Lush

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I don't know if you have tried much to make your feet feel better but I will let you know what I used. Moo Goo udder cream was my staple I used it constantly with 100% cotton footlets. Cold packs put your feet on top of them. I found with too much water made them go mushy and yuk so there was no putting them in the pool for me. Aleo Vera Gel and mist stored in the fridge for a super cool blast when they are on fire. I slept with the fan on my Gelled up feet while trying to sleep! Stay off anything with lumps bump or ridges. My sister inlaws seagrass hall runner killed me. Soft ballet style slippers were the only footwear I could get on. Now for my NO 1 piece of advice "DON'T PICK" I couldn't do this. I was addicted to the pick. My kids complained of finding bits of mum's feet! Anytime you want to talk send me message if I can help I would love to. Isolation is just the worst part of the journey as much as our love ones want to get it, they can't until they have taken the tablets twice a day that you know will make you so sick until you can stop taking them and get better. It's one big head screw(to put it nicely) Cheers Lush

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Hi Chrystal-Jean, I too am new to this forum and I understand your needs. I have had Bowel cancer with mets in my liver. I know xeloda very well. I tollerated it well for the most part but it knocked my feet around alot. I also have kids and the struggle you go through to make things seem "normal". Please don't deny yourself your emotions, crying is sometimes what we need. When I was 5 days out of my last does of my intraveinous chemo, I woke at 3am and sat in our quiet house by myself feeling very scared and alone(I called this the Dread). I burst into tears when my hubby saw me sitting there. He gave me 2 choices- councillor or girl friends. I choose girlfriends and I have to tell you they gave me lots of hugs and a big dose of tough love. " You don't want this babe, we are here for you so lets look at the positive, its just one more and then its over." It was what I needed, that and the three desserts we shared for lunch because nothing makes you feel better like girlfriends and chocolate cake. Emo day's will happen, let it out on a loving shoulder and things will be much better. Stay strong and kick Cancers butt! Lush

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Hello All I am a Bowel Cancer survivor so to speak, as I have only been off the juice(chemo) for nearly six months(6 months of Zoloda and 3months of Folfox). I have had a Bowel resection and a liver resection and have been given the all clear so far. I am obviously looking like a patchwork quilt, I have hand and feet problems, joint pain and there was no slow trip to meno for me. I was an active 45 year old when my journey began, now I am a creaky 47 year old wanna be. I am participating in my sports but not the way I would like to! I have some amazing family and friends that I love dearly. I am a mum of 2, my son is 13 and my daughter is 11. It is plain to see from the blogs that Cancer messes with your head as well as your body! When I was on the juice I couldn't wait for day 10 when I had enough concentration to drive the car 2 blocks away to get the milk and bread. Lucky the locals didn't mind my slippers as I couldn't wear anything else. I struggle with stress and the need to get things done "my way" so I am told. Hubby and Kids say that I have spent the last few weeks barking orders at then. I am always tired and then I can't sleep! No wonder I am a little short with them! I have a great medical team that I am very greatful of but how do we ever get rid of the question of will it be back and how will I know? Thanks for you time. Lush

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