Hi Rhubarbdragon.  Yes I agree cancer sucks, it really does.  I  have read your posts helping and supporting others on this forum whilst you are looking after your husband.  Like Ed I wanted to say hope today is a better day.  Please know that we are all here for you.  Sending you hugs.

Lee x

Hi Lee 

Thank you for your kind words I really appreciate them 

Along with Ed you have made me feel heard and supported today.

Cancer really does suck.

But in this dark place there are people who shine a light and help us keep going when we feel defeated...

Thank you Lee  and Ed and anyone who follows on ....together we are stronger ...

Sending hugs to all

Rb

Hi Lee 

Thank you for your kind words I really appreciate them 

Along with Ed you have made me feel heard and supported today.

Cancer really does suck.

But in this dark place there are people who shine a light and help us keep going when we feel defeated...

Thank you Lee  and Ed and anyone who follows on ....together we are stronger ...

Sending hugs to all

Rb

Good morning Rb,  I just wanted to say you are one of the people who shine a light.  I like reading your inspirational and supportive messages.  So when you need a hand, we are here for you.

Lee x

Hi Rhubarbdragon

A kind word on this forum really does go a long way in bringing some comfort to those seeking help or information. Your replies are likely appreciated by not only those you are replying to but casual readers with similar problems. A shame some do not bother to acknowledge the effort you've taken to post a reply, but there. Wish you and your husband an easy day if possible. Ive managed a reasonable pain free  nights sleep so today should go ok. 

Ed

Hi Lee

I hope your appointment with the oncologist today goes well, it is always disconcerting when they call you in at short notice but often it is just that they have a free slot due to a cancellation and it gives them a chance to review how you are getting on. Ive only got a routine blood test today ahead of treatment and had a pain free nights sleep so a better day in store plus sun is out. All the best lee for your appointment

Ed

Hi Ed,  thank you for your kind message and thankfully it was exactly as you said.  So now can breathe again.  Thank you once again.

Lee x

Hi Lee 

Thank you. Im glad we can all help support each other its really helped this last few days hearing your kind words.

i hope your appt went well today and you got helpful news.

Sending strength

1. RB

Hi Ed 

Glad to hear you had a reasonable night but wonder is there any other help pain relief wise to make it even better for you?

I managed time out today ( relative visiting  keeping hubby company) doing something just for me. And not cancer related....I know its eadylier said than done and easier for me than your self or hubby who is facing this rotten disease head on.

But distraction can work wonders just to break the cycle of worry cant it?

Thanks again for being You. Your support is really appreciated.

Hope you have a good nights rest 

Kind wishes RB

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HI RB

I'm glad that you managed to get some time out for yourself yesterday it is so important for your own wellbeing. The loved ones of those with cancer face this disease head on every bit as much as those who have it and it is no easier to escape to a happy place where cancer is put away briefly than it is for the ill person. Wishing that you are able, no matter how breifly, to find that happy place today.

Ed

Hi Ed

I think Im losing the plot as it were I felt sure Id replied to your message ...

I wanted to say Im glad you had a bit better sleep and wonder if you can get a review on your pain meds to help you be more comfy ?

I hope treatment goes as well as it can. Sending you a hug you are so supportive and down to earth I as you say am sure not just me but others benefit from your i sights 

sending kindest wishes 

RB

Hi Rb

Yes you did reply its a case of overlapping posts. The pain relief is a challenge. The body quickly gets used to pain relief medicine and it becomes ineffective after a while so stronger medicine has to be prescribed and in ever increasing doses. I hate not having a clear head or being lethargic so Im happy to put up with a moderate amount of pain to achieve this. Also the opiod pain killers give me constipation and nausea which then means taking anti sickness pills and something for constipation. I already eat a high fibre diet and drink plenty. I try to get by with just Naproxen. I think nightime is the most important for pain relìef as a good nights rest helps getting through the next day. And today is a good day as I hope it is for you and Mr Rhubarbdragon.

Ed