April 2021
1 Kudo
Hi Heidi, Thank you fro checking in. End of day 3 for me and I still have a couple more days back to back before a 3 day break. I am fatigued, experiencing nausea here and there (randomly), headache that lingers (I have never suffered from headaches, a few here and there in the past, but never consistent like this, no amount of food, water or sugar is decreasing it so I know it's definitely the chemo). Just taking it day by day. How are you Heidz? Thinking of you. Hope you're keeping strong. Sorry for any late replies. If you want to ever chat on **bleep**, messenger we can do that - more streamlined. Love S.
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April 2021
1 Kudo
Hi DP, I feel for you. I too used to smoke and my cancer is not caused by smoking, drinking or drugs. Its rare and when found, usually in young children - I'm 33. To say I'm pissed is an understatement, atleast we both can relate. I of course, haven't had the history you've detailed and I'm sorry you've had to go through that adversity. Your humility shines through; wanting to still be there for your mother. I think that's beautiful. You sound like a fighter. You will get through this. We will get through this. S.
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April 2021
2 Kudos
Hi Heidi Thank you for sharing your story. Just know that you are so brave. Even embarking on this treatment journey is a huge step. I begin mine tomorrow. We will get there together, just taking a day at a time and leaning on eachother's positivity. S.
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April 2021
1 Kudo
It is the eve before I start my chemo journey and it seems surreal. Tonight feels just like every other night, and I don't know whether I'm in denial. Am I anxious? Yes. Am I downplaying how I really feel? More than likely. I guess I'm desensitized. A little over 2 months ago I was told I would be having major Op to have my right ovary removed due to a large tumour which was later confirmed as Dysgerminoma, stage 1C3. Chemo is purely precautionary. I doubted whether I was making the right decision to pursue chemo. Possible unnecessary toxicity and the lasting effects I could avoid by just assuming all was removed with my ovary. The endless scans and bloods before and after my diagnosis, recovery from my laparotomy and the giant vertical scar I now bare which has keloid and disfigured me, daily hormone injections, internals scans and blood leading up to fertility preservation procedure that followed. I don't have kids but the idea is growing on me more now at the age of 33. I can't imagine the option being stripped from me because of chemo. I'm tired from all this and tired for what's to come. I guess I just need someone to talk to every now and then and maybe tell me I've made the right decision... maybe. S.
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