Heather M. Posted March 21, 2005 Share Posted March 21, 2005 Well, we had good news and bad news on Thursday. The good news was that the cancer hadn't spread to any other organs, etc. The bad news was that the mass in her lymph nodes around her trachea is getting larger. So, we have decided to do radiation. If anyone wants to let us know some of the things to expect, we would gladly appreciate it. Thanks to everyone for their continued prayers and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim Posted March 21, 2005 Share Posted March 21, 2005 Hang in there Heather! Think positive! My mom never had anytrouble with any of her radiation treatment, so I'm hoping your mom won't either! Praying for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justakid Posted March 21, 2005 Share Posted March 21, 2005 WOW, I'm the poster child for side affects when it comes to treatment. Lots of people don't have radiation problems but I did from week one. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted March 21, 2005 Share Posted March 21, 2005 Heather, Lot's of prayers for your mom. I had radiation and chemo at the same time. It was easy for me. It is an individual experience. Your mom will do just fine. I am sure she is a strong lady and the Lord will carry her through this treatment. Plus you have ALL of us praying for her. Thinking of you... God Bless, prayers and gentle hugs, Karen in So. California too PS... You can PM me if you want to talk more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted March 22, 2005 Share Posted March 22, 2005 Heather, I'm sorry to hear that your mom has to get back into treatment. My husband had radiation and chemo at the same time, and other than very severe fatigue, he didn't have much trouble with the radiation, except for the burning esophagus when he swallowed, and food tasted horrible to him. He had some chemo related problems that probably multipied his side effects somewhat, too. The good news is that he got through it all just fine, so I will pray the same result for your mom. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted March 22, 2005 Share Posted March 22, 2005 Heather, I had radiation and chemo at the same time. The radiation effects are cumulative. As time went on it got harder and harder to eat. Hurt to swallow and I had no appetite. Make sure you have Ensure on hand as this proved to be a lifesaver for me. It was sometimes the only thing I could have. Ice pops were good, ice cream was fine also. Anything with acid - orange juice and tomato sauce were a no-no. Burned. They also give some type of numbing agent to use before you eat. All the best with this. Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berisa Posted March 22, 2005 Share Posted March 22, 2005 Heather, I am sorry for the enlarged lymph node, hope the treatment be very effective on your mom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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