Radiation, Here I come...

On Monday I met with my radiation oncologist, Dr. Scharfen, to get the ball rolling on radiation. I'm actually very excited to get this started, even though I know that the good feelings and energy that I now have, may subside somewhat as the daily radiation treatments progress. But this means that I am that much closer to finishing treatment. AND... this is very good in my mind!

The appointment was a quick one, as we had met before chemotherapy ended to go over everything in great detail.

Friday I return for an hour appointment for CT Planning. This is where they will do all the necessary preparation, CT, etc. to line up my radiation exposure to only get what it should and miss my lung and heart. Yep, unfortunately the left side is where these vital organs are. But to survive and live a long life so I can enjoy my two grandchildren soon to arrive in the next few months, this is a necessary part of my treatment.

Stay tuned for an update on when the actual radiation begins, and what it is like. It will take place Monday through Friday for six consecutive weeks, but each session only lasts 15 minutes.

Hugs,

Debbie... aka the cancer warrior ... AND SURVIVOR!!!
Sonoma Relay for Life Team (8/6/11) ~  Debbie's Blasting Crew.