Hi @millard, I wish you felt better. Be sure to be honest with your providers. It's easy to feel down depressed and not very hopeful when you don't feel good. If some of the pain can be alleviated, that may help. Cancer is a heavy weight, and at times we all feel that depression sneaking in. That's perfectly normal, and it's good that you recognize it, and then you can take steps to work against it. As Pam mentioned, try to be mindful of triggers for you. I've done much better with scans once I felt more informed about the specifics of my cancer, and future treatment options. Knowing what steps we'll take when my cancer comes back has made me feel better throughout the process. I have a plan, and that gives my back some feeling of control, and most importantly it gives me hope. Talk to your doctors about what to expect if your cancer comes back. Ask about new treatments that may be approved soon.
When is your next PET? I have one coming up in early January.