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I’ve enjoyed the summer, but always in the back of my mind has been the knowledge that at the end of August I’d have to undergo an ultrasound scan of my neck to find out if the 30 sessions of radiotherapy had been effective. The radiation continues working for 3 months after the last dose (which was May 10th), and now the waiting has come to an end. I’ve had to return from the Isle of Wight especially for the ultrasound, but will be speeding my way back there again on Friday for a week, whatever the outcome.
This afternoon I set off once again for Addenbrooke’s Hospital, my heart beating a little bit faster than usual. I knew that if the treatment hadn’t worked then there wasn’t much more the doctors could do, apart from giving me kinase inhibitor tablets, Sorafenib, to take for the rest of my life to try and hold the disease at bay. Those tablets would give me a list of side-effects as long as my arm.
I hate going to Addenbrooke’s, as nothing good ever seems to happen to me there. Plus it’s a good hour’s drive for me, and about a 100 mile round trip. I didn’t want Sam to come with me, just in case the news was bad. I preferred to deal with it on my own first, before having to tell anybody else.
The gel was put on my neck and the probe started to move from the left to the centre, and then to the right. I crossed my fingers and toes and hoped for the best.
The scan was clear!
I can hardly believe my good luck at being in remission once again. For the moment I am delighted to be disease-free! For how long I don’t know, but I’m going to enjoy whatever time I’ve got left, be it two years or twenty. I’m normal (whatever ‘normal’ is)! I have side-effects from the radiation of a dry mouth and lymph drainage problems, but have no cancer. The suffering has been worth it!
Can’t wait to get back to the Island and away from hospitals…
aristobulonietoalcaraz said:
! It that doesn’t workplace I may cheque into chelation.
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Stevie Turner said:
Good luck!
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watchingthedaisies said:
Wonderful news. I am so glad. 🌼🌼🌼
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Stevie Turner said:
Thank you!
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The Opening Sentence said:
Glad to hear the result was good news. The drive to Addenbroke must have been quite a contrast to the drive home. Enjoy the Isle of Wight.
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Stevie Turner said:
If I could have sung on the way home, I would have! Raining on the Island at the moment, but looking forward to relatives visiting us tomorrow.
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lovessiamese said:
Excellent news! When I get back to Alabama this fall I’m going to have to have some lumps looked at. I have already decided, though, that there will be no chemo/radiation, unless nothing else works. I’m going to do the ph balance diet and take the baking soda and molasses (if it turns out I have cancer). It that doesn’t work I may check into chelation. Being sick for three weeks out of every month doesn’t appeal to me at all.
Very happy for you.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks for your comment. Let’s hope your lumps are benign. However, if they are not, only you can decide what’s right for you. After 12 years of fighting cancer, I decided enough was enough and took the strongest cure possible. Thankfully it worked.
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franklparker said:
Thanks for keeping your on-line followers up to date with this, Stevie. It’s wonderful news.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks Frank.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks Jessica. I try to be.
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Jessica Bakkers said:
So glad to hear this Stevie. You’re a fighter!!
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davidprosser said:
I#m thrilled that cancer has lost another victim. Enjoy your holiday and enjoy your life.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
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Stevie Turner said:
Thank you David.
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Clive said:
Wonderful news! So very pleased for you. Now enjoy your holiday 😊
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks Clive – will do.
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Sue Vincent said:
Fabulous news, Stevie!
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks Sue.
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jenanita01 said:
So very glad to hear this news, and so happy for you, Stevie! Bless you!
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks!
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jenanita01 said:
Reblogged this on anita dawes and jaye marie.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks for the re-blog!
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thejuicenut said:
Fantastic news, you must have found it hard to fully relax on holiday, so hopefully now you can really enjoy the break 😊👏🏻
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Stevie Turner said:
Yes, it’s always in the back of your mind, but now I can try to think of something else!
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authorsinspirations said:
it must have been nerve wrecking, and I am glad for you. here, read this article and check out point 4. A relative of mine drank the tea for a few months every day and is all healthy now.
https://www.healthbeckon.com/custard-apples-benefits/https://www.healthbeckon.com/custard-apples-benefits/
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Alexis Rose said:
So happy for you! This is fabulous news.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks. It’s made my day!
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Tigerman said:
That is great news and I am so happy for you. Stay healthy and enjoy life.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thank you.
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fearlessinjesuschrist said:
God has answered all of our prayers. Praise him!
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Bernadette said:
Stevie, God bless, God bless, God bless.
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Stevie Turner said:
Thanks Bernadette. Glad to hear the Senior Salon will be up and running soon. Hope you’re okay. x
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