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Radiotherapy - ringing bell at end of treatment

Magpiemaggie
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I know this is silly given the magnitude of cancer and it’s treatment but at my radiotherapy session today a patient finished her treatment and all the staff came out to cheer as she rang the bell. It was really emotional for all but I recoiled in horror as it’s something I would hate to do. 

Is it compulsory? Do the staff ask beforehand? It’s been worrying me all day. I’m now dreading my final session. Again apologies for being petty.

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    Hi. Oh my goodness. I know exactly how you feel. I was dreading it, all the people staring and cheering. Luckily you don’t have to do it. But then I think, we beat cancer, why shouldn’t we have everyone cheering. You may feel like ringing it once you’ve done. Just as a relief but don’t worry, it’s not compulsory xx

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    Hi. Oh my goodness. I know exactly how you feel. I was dreading it, all the people staring and cheering. Luckily you don’t have to do it. But then I think, we beat cancer, why shouldn’t we have everyone cheering. You may feel like ringing it once you’ve done. Just as a relief but don’t worry, it’s not compulsory xx

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