Things are happening fast
Yesterday I heard from the nurse in the tactical radiation department. This radiation procedure they use is focused and precise. It only radiates the tumor. There is a strict criteria to be a candidate for surgery dependant on the lesion size and number. Fortunatley I qualify. There will be no effect on my hair (of course I asked). They have a web site if you want to look:
www.albertaradiosurgery.ca
So the plan is as follows:
Friday 6th - I see my neck doctor (hopefully get rid of the neck brace) and get physio directions.
Tuesday 10th - I have an MRI of my head
Wednesday 11th - I have a consult with the Dr. doing the brain surgery
Thursday 12 -I get a CT scan and radiation surgery on my brain.
Friday 13th - avoid anything medical at least for today.
My last two chemo sessions have been cancelled. That's a change in plans but I need my white blood cell count up for this.
It is day surgery and I get to go home that night but I will need a week to recover. The nurse says to expect headaches, tiredness and some pain fron where the metal frame is attached to my head using pins. (Your life is too exciting if bolting a frame to your head only gets an off-hand mention.)
Will keep you posted as things start to happend.
Love
Carolin
www.albertaradiosurgery.ca
So the plan is as follows:
Friday 6th - I see my neck doctor (hopefully get rid of the neck brace) and get physio directions.
Tuesday 10th - I have an MRI of my head
Wednesday 11th - I have a consult with the Dr. doing the brain surgery
Thursday 12 -I get a CT scan and radiation surgery on my brain.
Friday 13th - avoid anything medical at least for today.
My last two chemo sessions have been cancelled. That's a change in plans but I need my white blood cell count up for this.
It is day surgery and I get to go home that night but I will need a week to recover. The nurse says to expect headaches, tiredness and some pain fron where the metal frame is attached to my head using pins. (Your life is too exciting if bolting a frame to your head only gets an off-hand mention.)
Will keep you posted as things start to happend.
Love
Carolin
5 Comments:
At 5:58 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Carolin,
Not the best way to start the New Year, Missy. Good News that you are a candidate for the radiosurgery! I looked up the website...amazing...brain surgery and go home same day. Those pins in the head seem like a small price to pay for such a surgery eh? I will be thinking of you each day....even Friday 13th.
xox..Barb B.
At 10:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Carolin,
Your strength and positive will continue to amaze me. I will be thinking of and praying for you. What can we do?
Love Michele
At 9:58 AM,
Anonymous said…
You are amazing, positive and you have a wonderful sense of humour. You can spend your time visualizing your next hobby as you lay there for your brain surgery. You will for sure be in my prayers even more next week. I'm so happy you are on high priority. Love Jan (WE2EBC)
At 7:48 PM,
Anonymous said…
Your strength and spirit is such an inspiration. Remember there is a team of support on your sidelines Carolin, please call if there is anything I can do to help.
Love Sheila
At 10:51 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi Carolin, I hope you are enjoying your weekend, sounds like things are going to be crazy again for you starting monday. I hadn't checked your blog in a while so I am getting caught up and really feeling shocked. I am so sorry that this is happening. I am amazed and humbled by your strength and courage. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you have tremendous support but please do not hesitate if there is anything I can do for you. Good luck this week with all your appointments.
Lots of love,
Courtenay Nims
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