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Cancer 67
Posted on July 25, 2023 Leave a Comment
Some people have suggested that some of my blogs are a little explicit about what is going on with my cancer but I have always splurged when it comes to discussing thoughts and feelings. I may be a little open at times but I hope that helps people understand my experiences as a cancer patient. […]
Cancer 66
Posted on July 18, 2023 Leave a Comment
“The unexamined life is not worth living.” Socrates Socrates had a huge impact on Western life and thought – and through colonialisation and globalisation the rest of the world. Not bad considering we have none of his writings, relying mostly on descriptions from Plato and Xenophon. I have never read Xenophon but I quite enjoyed […]
Cancer 65
Posted on July 16, 2023 2 Comments
I am so very tired. I am in my third cycle of chemotherapy and fortunately people are generally commenting on how well I look, that I look weller than a well person. I must admit the side effects so far are not too serious. A little diarrhoea, feeling a little queasy now and again, and […]
Cancer 64
Posted on July 11, 2023 Leave a Comment
Here I am, back in the chemo ward, the usual array of chemicals dripping into my body. This is only my third go of possibly 12, but it is a bit of a drag. The best bit is talking to the nurses, finding out about their lives, and the banter that flies around. Fortunately it […]
Cancer 63
Posted on July 7, 2023 Leave a Comment
I am getting into a routine with the chemotherapy. Yesterday the third cycle started with a visit from the district nurse to take bloods, clean out my PICC line and change the dressing on my arm. Tpday I do the 30+ mile trip to see the consultant who will or will not permit my treatment. […]
Dr Nigel Hunt 