My blood looked good. My weight is normal. My temperature was 98.2. My blood pressure was perfect. And the physical exam conducted by my oncologist revealed that for another three-month stretch, I have survived cancer.There are other exams ahead in the next few months -- a breast MRI, a mammogram, an ultrasound, a follow-up with my radiation oncologist -- but mostly, my life revolves around the every-three-month visit with my medical oncologist. He's the one who plotted the course of my treatment, responds to my physical and emotional ups and downs, and checks my every piece and part. He is the one who will declare my remission in five years, if warranted. He is the one who told me today I am doing very well.
And for the next three months, I will assume I am just that -- very well. And my hope is that on May 21, when I depart his office once again, I am able to report that not one thing has changed.
1. Every 3 months, that has to be causing some stress.
I can see you walking out with a sigh of relief though. I think it is the anticipation, maybe thinking negative thoughts before your appointments. Well, that is normal with what you've been through, hell.
I think if you try to keep your mind and body connected, having nothing but positive energy flowing through, a little meditation never hurts. There really is nothing I can say to ease your mind, the thoughts, your fears, they are all real. But I feel strength coming from you.
I also have an appointment every 3 months with my oncologist, so I understand the feelings and emotional upset. We just deal with it as best we can. Do you have a family memeber or friend to go with you? Just try not to let it stress you too much, as you know, stress is what you don't need!
Good luck on any testing you've yet to go through. My thoughts and prayers are with you, think positive!
Sincerely, Jason
Posted at 2:55PM on Feb 27th 2007 by Jason Chambers