Jana - Always the fear I am 11 years out of my dx and treatment for anal cancer. It seems like a lifetime ago. My life is pretty normal and mostly wonderful, but sometimes I am reminded of the brutal treatment and what it has done to my body. I haven't had sex proper since the treatment. I have tried the dilators and such, but my husband has his own issues which make all the work to get and keep me open seem pointless. I … more…
Type: Anal Cancer
Jim - First Flight!
It's like my baby's first day of school, so I had to share! Today is Jim's first day back to work since getting his medical and he is flying off to Florida. He is so excited to be able to do what he loves - flying! He thought this day would never come and wondered if he would ever be able to get back in the air, but he has made it through this journey. ❤
Some call it "treatment", but … more…
Type: Tongue Cancer
Jim - 8 months posttreatment July 17, 2022
Jim is currently 8 months status post treatment and is doing really good! His only issues are a reduction in the amount of saliva compared to pretreatment - sometimes thicker - and his taste. But he does have saliva, which is excellent. Sometimes things taste bad because he has a sour taste in his mouth and sometimes he tastes a little and it goes away. Each day is different. He definitely turned a corner at the 6 month … more…
Type: Tongue Cancer
Leanne - Healing Stage Monday was my last day of radiation and now I am healing! I am not really feeling any pain, but lots of itchiness and at times a burning sensation. My doctor said I can apply the Silver Sulfadiazine cream twice daily, which helps. I also use Aquaphor ointment. Hoping the itchy phase is gone soon. I think my hair is almost finished falling out. My salon stylist did a great job cutting my hair shorter with layers. I am taking it pretty easy, … more…
Type: Anal Cancer
Jana - I did it! My book just got published! Y'all are in the acknowledgments - my BFAC peeps and how you helped me through. I can't believe I did it - way outside my comfort zone. Prayers to all of you struggling. Got something on your bucketlist? - GO FOR IT! Love to you all!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5KV7C9Q
Jana :)
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Type: Anal Cancer
Leanne - Major and Ryka
Type: Anal Cancer
Leanne - Ryka & Major
Type: Anal Cancer
Leanne - 5 more days to go! Update on side effects Over the past week the pain has really increased but mostly just after going to the bathroom. Baths and pain meds are helping. The doctor told me the pain will gradually get worse even after radiation is over. I am loosing my hair rather than just a little thinning. I wonder when the thinning hair ends? I have not washed or really brushed my hair since last Wednesday. My blood work shows low WBC, RBC, platelets. Doctor said to stay away … more…
Type: Anal Cancer
Leanne - Helpful Blog & 1/2 through treatment Hello! First off, I am thankful for the information and tips I have read on everyone's blogs. I am taking notes about ointments and treatments for issues that may occur later. Thankful for this website/blog!
I started ChemoRadiation treatment 2 weeks ago. My experience so far: 1st week nausea, loss of appetite, lost a few lbs, red flushed face/neck/chest lasted for a couple of days, constipation 2nd week: nausea is better, appetite is back, itchiness started up down below (tolerable), mouth sores/gum sensitivity, rash/reaction … more…
Type: Anal Cancer
Jana - Checking in Hi all - tried for over 20 minutes to upload a picture and finally gave up. UGH! server error/no URL - this system hates me. Anyway - life is pretty good. Enjoying my grand babies and actually wrote a book. I hope to have it published next month. I am doing coaching and promoting a healthy alcohol free lifestyle. With the financial turns and healthcare issue I am going back to a part time nursing job in August. I hope … more…
Type: Anal Cancer
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