Radiotherapy - ringing bell at end of treatment

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.

Parents
  • Being at the start of Radiation and seeing people ringing that bell and finishing theirs gave me tremendous hope

     It's a personal choice though don't do the bell if it makes you uncomfortable. 

    I can't wait to finish my rads, ring that bell, then start a new chapter in my life on the road to recovery.

    Personal choice though. So choose what is right for you x

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  • Being at the start of Radiation and seeing people ringing that bell and finishing theirs gave me tremendous hope

     It's a personal choice though don't do the bell if it makes you uncomfortable. 

    I can't wait to finish my rads, ring that bell, then start a new chapter in my life on the road to recovery.

    Personal choice though. So choose what is right for you x

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