sueyh Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 And well done Mr Coops. Thanks for keeping us posted. You sound like a treasure, like my hubby. Give her a hug from Northern France.Suey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Hello, Mr Pooksie, Treasure; glad Mrs Coops is OK. We are batting for her, on a stickey wicket which is taking spin, but we will get the runs required, as will she, or we will wanna know why. Picture clear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clair Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Good to know the first session went well.From what little outside experience I have had with a close relative undergoing a similar treatment, Coops might feel nauseous for the next couple of days.If this is the case, think ginger (crystalised, biscuits...) and peppermint (tea, sweets...)All the best to you both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Honey, I'm home!Woolyb, I should warn you that cricket metaphores (or any team sport for that matter) are lost on Mr C. His gggrandfather played for Sussex and the MCC but the genes withered after that.Thanks all for your good wishes and overwhelmingly kind words, as per. I'm feeling absolutely fine but have been reading about other people's reactions to Taxol and many kick in after 24 or more hours so I am still prepared for a bit of an onslaught and am drinking a decent cup of tea whilsts I still can! Ginger bikkies, eh Clare? What a shame that there isn't a Sainsbury's round the corner - have you ever eaten their Taste the Difference Ginger and Oatmeal Cookies? I was about to type: "They are to die for" but perhaps it's better to shelve such expressions for the moment?[Www]When I was getting ready to leave hospital this morning, another patient appeared, also for her first chemo. It's surprising what a bit of solidarity can do - it definately is good to share experiences with those who share the same problems. She, like me, has just gone through weeks of tests so we were able to exchange "ghastly wasn't it?"s and "wasn't so bad, was it?" s! She was going to have a go with the cold cap treatment for hair loss prevention so I was able to tell her that after the first couple of minutes it is well "supportable" and, I felt, at least worth a go. "What can it hurt?" as they say.Yes, the hit numbers and post numbers for this thread are incredible. I feel justified, therefore, in rambling on about the treatment etc. For sure I personally find it very useful to record my day-to-day experiences, and you lot are not obliged to read them or respond to them, but it is truly lovely of you to do so! And you never know, it might come in handy in the future if anybody else (and sadly, it's bound to happen) has to undergo cancer treatment here.If I don't return for a while, it's because I've thrown up into my keyboard!![:-))][kiss][kiss][kiss] to you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanH Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Many already have...I found radiation treatment the easiest to bear. Chemotherapy is no big deal apart from a few side effects, but the actual process is nothing too bad.Surgery was by far the worst, although potentially a complete cure. A month in Hospital with drains, suppurating wounds and infections and all the associated discomfort was not nice.As fir radio frequency I will see next time...Good to know that you have got through the first session.Be warned though that the side effects tend to be cumulative, and be prepared for delays if your white blood count drops too low to allow the next session of treatment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 [quote user="NormanH"]Many already have...[/quote]True. It's amazing how many too. Life's a b*tch and then...However, lots of us are soldiering on which is a great comfort and a boost on the bad days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalpa Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 ... you regroup, have a cup of tea and a choccie biccie (or ginger nut!) and then... get on with it. [8-|] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalpa Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 [quote user="cooperlola"]If I don't return for a while, it's because I've thrown up into my keyboard!![:-))] [/quote]No problem! Just buy a washable keyboard...Other brands and suppliers available... [:P] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalpa Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Oups... duplicate post... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rose Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 [quote user="cooperlola"]Honey, I'm home! [/quote][:D]x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanH Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 And continued hope for sufferers to avoid unnecessary treatments thanks to improved diagnostic tools..http://www.midilibre.fr/2011/09/08/grace-a-la-genetique-la-lutte-contre-les-cancers-digestifs-est-plus-ciblee,384328.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patf Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Norman - your link has reminded me of the organisation La Ligue Contre le Cancer which I contribute to now and again. They send out a very interesting booklet once a year about all the different areas of research into cancers.I think there's a branch in every Dept. and they're worth supporting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NormanH Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Yes I have supported them too.There is a good site for info too:http://www.lecancer.fr/The part on Aides Sociales and administratives is particularly useful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 It was nice to find that I'd been missed and that the family was worried about me...[IMG]http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q103/cooperlola/002.jpg[/IMG] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idun Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 [:D]Now you know that cats' just tell you how it is. And that says to me, welcome back to my place, make yourself comfy, just like me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thinkin of you Mrs Pooksie. Next time you are here, better cookin as I now have a lady who can cook too!!! meanwhile, sail towards the sunset, always best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just john Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 [quote user="idun"] [:D]Now you know that cats' just tell you how it is. And that says to me, welcome back to my place, make yourself comfy, just like me![/quote]I'm not sure about that, Dogs have Masters, Cats have staff; it looks more like it's saying, ah you're back, when's dinner . . .[:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Mr Pooksie says the same thing.........! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idun Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 [quote user="woolybanana"]Mr Pooksie says the same thing.........![/quote] [:-))] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sueyh Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 How are you today Deb?Sueyx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 [quote user="sueyh"]How are you today Deb?Sueyx[/quote]Fine thanks.[:D] Apart from being, shall we say, "bunged up", there are no obvious side effects yet. More post St Leger![:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keni Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Glad to hear you're hanging on in there - don't let it get you down- you've a cat to feed and minister to!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keni Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 oops - duplicated x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idun Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 Keni, please edit your typo, or maybe you know more about Mr Coops than the rest of us do?[Www] Glad to hear you are feeling OK Coops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbie Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 [quote user="just john "] Dogs have Masters, Cats have staff. . .[:)][/quote]I am instructed by my dachshunds to inform you that they do not have owners but they do have competent staff. They would not tolerate incompetent staff [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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