I have several scheduled appointments at the end of June (6/28 and 6/30) at MDA with an oncologist, radiologist, and my surgeon/doctor for a few more tests and prep prior to starting my chemo and radiation treatments. I’m guessing those treatments would start the following week … 1st week in July … but will know for sure after meeting with the doctors.
Another "ailment" came up just a little after my release from the hospital … nothing major and not related to the liver cancer. My left shoulder area (collar bone, etc.) felt somewhat sore … kinda like arthritis in a way … and still don’t have “full strength” in that area. I’ve been doing some arm exercises and that’s been helping. However, my doctor suggested I see a neurologist and so on 6/30 I’ll also be seeing them at MDA. Hopefully they’ll be able to figure out what’s going on. This might have something to do with an epidural I had for my surgery (for pain relief) but don’t know … just my thoughts.
Overall seem to be getting a little better each day. Still get tired at times, but take 2-3 naps a day and that keeps me rejuvenated. I’m hoping to start driving some this week … around the neighborhood initially … as the doctor said I might be ready by then. My incision area is still kinda "puffy feeling" with pressure, but that’s normal … guess since the liver is still growing. Sometimes get a little frustrated as I wish the recovery would go quicker, but realize it’s going to take awhile. I’ve been eating normal foods … still trying to gain some weight (eating ice cream, etc.), but it’s still tough for me trying to put on that weight!!!
