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I plan on including a therapist during my next appointment with my oncologist in 2 weeks. Just to join this group was a HUGE step for me. I am making strides to better daily nutrition by increasing calories and protein. I am 11 days past my last treatment and that feels like a much longer time while I deal with the eating problems. I use the Magic Mouthwash but hit and miss with it. I had no clue that recovery would be so long and what it would do to my body. I had planned on retirement in Dec but as much as I need my work structure for support and escape from this nightmare I will probably delay that. The goal I have with my medical support team is to get away from the medications. I am supposed to return to my office the first of Nov hopefully my body will be strong enough. My family is worn out with my journey and complaints of the recovery process. Then my son might be dealing with blood cancer and is going through testing now. This has been a more than difficult year with huge problems like I said my life this year could be a soap opera.

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@dragonfire I am so sorry to hear about your son and hope that he has a good result from his testing. You have been hit so hard with your own diagnosis and treatment, losing your dog, and now facing this prolonged recovery. It is easy to see how overwhelming it all is. Be strong, have patience, and know this is a temporary situation that does get better.