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How do I go through 6 weeks radiation and chemotherapy, alone?

Posted by kmlnj @kmlnj, Nov 5, 2024

I am a 72 year old widow in good health. I had a complete thyroidectomy. There is some inoperable cancer left on my trachea and tiny bit on neck lymph nodes.

I am trying to understand the "how to" of 6 weeks radiation.
Can I live alone?
Will I get so tired that I can't care for myself?
Will I get so tired I can't take the train to my treatment?
I don't know what to expect.
Thanks
Kathleen

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William Olsen, Volunteer Mentor | @hrhwilliam | 1 day ago
In reply to @kmlnj "Update. Gabapentin is not a pain reliever, for me. So I am not on gabapentin. I..." + (show)
@kmlnj

Update.
Gabapentin is not a pain reliever, for me. So I am not on gabapentin. I am trying oxycondone, again. The funny thing, is Tylenol is a good pain reliever.
Next week is week 6.
I am getting tired of Kate Farms and would love a slice of pizza!

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Hang in there. It isn’t easy. And you may continue downhill for a week or two after you are done with the radiation.
Hugs and good healing to you.

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