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Graduation Day...I guess

DJG1
DJG1 CSN Member Posts: 121
edited March 2014 in Head and Neck Cancer #1
Just wanted to share with everyone that today was my last rad treatment #33. I amout about one week off schedule. I had to suspend the treatment with only 4 left for a week when my neck became so burnt from the rads, (doctors orders). And yes, I though about not finishing, But all behind me now Yahooooooooooooooooooo!My rad onc released me to the ent and I do not have a follow up appt with the rad onc. I see the ent in 2 weeks. I have no taste buds, and neck is really sore, but other than that I am doing OK. Throat is managable and very tired.
Thanks for everyones support here. Deb
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  • ratface
    ratface CSN Member Posts: 1,337 Member
    #2
    A major milestone
    Good for you, a major big step. These can be difficult times letting go of the hand that holds you. They are all still there, enjoy this victory!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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  • Jimbo55
    Jimbo55 CSN Member Posts: 590
    #3
    Good News Deb
    Great to hear, it's always a relief to finally cross the finish line. Here's to a speedy recovery. Cheers

    Jimbo
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  • SIRENAF42
    SIRENAF42 CSN Member Posts: 202
    #4
    WOOHOO
    Now relax and let your body heal. The next couple weeks will be hard, but you can do it
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  • JUDYV5
    JUDYV5 CSN Member Posts: 392
    #5
    Good News
    Now on the healing part of your recovery.
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  • mixleader
    mixleader CSN Member Posts: 267 Member
    #6
    Graduation Day
    Congratulations of finishing your rads. My final (30th) treatment was a bit over two months ago. My neck is still a bit sore, but manageable. My taste buds came back pretty well after about a month. All in all, I am grateful that my after effects seem to be less severe than some people report and I am hopeful that yours are as well. Best of luck in your recovery.
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  • Scambuster
    Scambuster CSN Member Posts: 973
    #7
    Over the line
    Good news Deb. No more mask ! Now time to recover and heal. Focus on getting well and staying that way.

    Scam
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  • luv2cut1
    luv2cut1 CSN Member Posts: 288
    #8
    Congratulations!
    Congratulations on finishing your treatment! Be good to yourself over the next few weeks and remember that it WILL get better! Best wishes to you in your recovery.

    Myka
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  • adventurebob
    adventurebob CSN Member Posts: 691 Member
    #9
    Congratulations!
    Nice work getting through it all Deb. Today was your last and today was my first. I am very happy for you to be done with the rads. May your healing be swift.

    Bob
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  • Army_Guy
    Army_Guy CSN Member Posts: 53
    #10
    Graduation...
    Congratulations! I just finished a very aggressive treatment (56 rads!) on August 12th so I know how you feel. Stay positive, be kind to your body while you recover and most of all stay strong. This is a BIG milestone.

    Dave
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  • charles55
    charles55 CSN Member Posts: 87
    #11
    walking away a winner
    You are doing great! The effect of the last radiation you just took is still about two weeks away but you know it's coming and then it is overwith. Then you get to start healing up. You just showed that cancer who is boss. I graduated three years ago but learn something new about myself and this beast everyday, still.
    charles
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  • sweetblood22
    sweetblood22 CSN Member Posts: 3,228 Member
    #12
    charles55 said:

    walking away a winner
    You are doing great! The effect of the last radiation you just took is still about two weeks away but you know it's coming and then it is overwith. Then you get to start healing up. You just showed that cancer who is boss. I graduated three years ago but learn something new about myself and this beast everyday, still.
    charles

    Another step in your long
    Another step in your long journey is complete! I wish you a good recovery.
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  • GraceLibby
    GraceLibby CSN Member Posts: 88
    #13
    Congratulations!
    Awesome news to know there's someone else on the path to recovery!
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  • Kimba1505
    Kimba1505 CSN Member Posts: 557
    #14
    GraceLibby said:

    Congratulations!
    Awesome news to know there's someone else on the path to recovery!

    Advice from the dog.
    Deb, I think you need to follow the advice of your dog. Wrap yourself up and let yourself recover. Be patient...the body heals.
    Kim
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  • Glenna M
    Glenna M CSN Member Posts: 1,576
    #15
    WooHoo!!!
    Your treatment is done now let the healing begin!!

    Rest, rest, rest and more rest...along with hydration and nutrition :)

    Stay strong,
    Glenna
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  • D Lewis
    D Lewis CSN Member Posts: 1,581 Member
    #16
    Congratulations
    Good working! Now get out there and recover!

    Deb
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  • Fire34
    Fire34 CSN Member Posts: 365
    #17
    Congratulations Also
    Deb
    Congrats on finishing, take care of that neck, my wife used a LOT of aquaphor and beleive it or not saran wrap to keep the moisture in.
    Dont forget your swallow exercises to help keep throat muscles working, I didn't do mine for awhile and almost paid the price. Again congrats
    Best Wishes & Prayers for you recovery
    Dave
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  • stevenl
    stevenl CSN Member Posts: 587
    #18
    Fire34 said:

    Congratulations Also
    Deb
    Congrats on finishing, take care of that neck, my wife used a LOT of aquaphor and beleive it or not saran wrap to keep the moisture in.
    Dont forget your swallow exercises to help keep throat muscles working, I didn't do mine for awhile and almost paid the price. Again congrats
    Best Wishes & Prayers for you recovery
    Dave

    Good news
    Deb,

    Glad to hear you made it!!! Stay strong!

    Best,
    Steve
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