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Post treatment struggle

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Hi

I am 43 and was diagnosed 6 months ago with cancer of the tongue. WOW surprise. Even my initial consultant was surprised.

But I'm cured. 2 surgeries and radiotherapy. All done. I still have some residual pains but all good  

So why am I so emotional over EVERYTHING. The word amazing. Through all of this everyone has said I'm doing amazing, look amazing. But inside I don't feel amazing. 

Sorry that probably all sounds a bit ungrateful. Probably just ranting.............

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    Hi. You re not alone. I don t think the full realisation hits us till after treatment is over. Maybe it s because all our resources and inner strength are used fighting this horrible, mean disease. When treatment is over, we have more time to think about what we ve been through and then it hits you like a ton of bricks! You ve come to the right place. There s lots of people on here with experience of dealing with every aspect of cancer. Keep in touch. Sue :):)

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