I have finished 10 of the 30 radiation treatments. The radiation is directed to my neck and head so they are pretty tough. The worst side effects are to my mouth. It is raw inside. I have been given a compound prescription that is helping a bit, numbing my mouth and throat so that it is easier for me to swallow meds. Eating is difficult but I have resisted having a feeding tube inserted. So far I haven’t lost a disastrous amount of weight. Sadly I don’t have any extra weight to fall back on.
The radiation frizzes (burns) my hair so I look like the bride of Frankenstein. I can live with these side effects if it kills the cancer. I will not choose to go through treatment a 3rd time though.
I think about all of you often. I just don’t have the energy to visit you all. Most of my time is spent just getting through each day. I have the good Lord to thank for helping me to do that.
Stay safe and be happy!!
Beth
I have to get on here more often than I have been so that your prayer needs can be brought to mind. You are a strong woman. I pray that this will be painless as possible, that the medication will work and that you can go through this and will not have to go through it again because you will be cancer-free. I speak life into you. May the Lord bless and keep you, may he may his face shine upon may He go before you and give you peace.
ReplyDeleteBeth, I was glad you posted today....I have had you on my mind so much lately. I pray that if God lets you go through all these treatments that he will let you be cancer free. You are in many prayers and there is truly power in prayer. Don't worry about following us now, let us follow you with an occasional up date. Bless you sweet Beth, xoxo,Susie
ReplyDeleteI haven't stopped thinking about you, dear Beth. I am very sorry you need to endure all that discomfort, but if it rids you of disease it will be well worth it. It is completely understandable that your attention must remain focused on getting well and that you can't spread yourself too thin visiting blogs at this time. I will continue to pray for a very happy outcome for you, dear friend.
ReplyDeleteWell I have definitely been thinking and praying for you. My heart is with you. I wish there was more to do for you. I think you are incredibly brave. Yes your hair is one thing - but the not being able to swallow and eat much must be tough. Maybe having a feeding tube my give you the strength you need to get through it - just thinking.... Hugs and love, sandie
ReplyDeleteI have been thinking of you , I'm so glad you let us know , I wish that there was something we could do to help, take care, we keep you in our prayers and I added your name to our prayer circle,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry you have to go through all this. Please know that I pray for you EVERY SINGLE day.
ReplyDeleteSending you strength dear Beth.. I know it is a hard time for you ..each day one day closer to the end of treatments though. Please know we all are praying daily for you and the end to this horrible condition.. Love and prayers always,, XOXO
ReplyDeleteI will pray along with White Lace and agree with her. We need to pray and where or two are gathered in one accordance. It will be done. We must believe in faith.
ReplyDeletethe Lord says in his word faith as big as a mustard seed. So that is not asking much.
Love you Beth xxooo
Sister in the Lord. Rest my friend. Rest. The Lord will go before you.
God bless you, Beth. I have thought about you so many times over the past few weeks but not wanted to intrude---knowing that you are fighting and probably tired all the time.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry you are having to deal with all of this. My prayer is that it works for you and you are, once again, cancer free. It will all be worth it in the long run, Beth. Just think you are ONE THIRD of the way through this whole mess.You can do this!!! I know you can!!!
If it's alright I am going to put up another prayer request for you on Sunday. I also have another blogging friend that is fighting cancer and she has asked for a prayer request, too. If that is NOT alright-please let me know.
Much love and healing hugs to you- Diana
good to hear from you. i hope this round of treatments will do it!
ReplyDeleteAs TexWisGirl says....I hope this round does it. Take it day by day. My thoughts are with you as you go through this all. I can't imagine how it feels...especially the mouth being raw.
ReplyDeleteThoughts, prayers and gentle hugs.
ReplyDeleteBeth I'm sorry that the treatments are so hard on you. Praying that they will kill the cancer.
ReplyDeleteBig Hugs to you
Oh Beth I am thinking of you and praying the rest of the treatments go quickly and you will once again be feeling well. It is an awful thing to go through I am so Happy you have such faith that does help. Always sending hugs and prayers. HUG B
ReplyDeleteI simply cannot imagine all you are going through. What you've described made me misty. Prayers for you to heal and be strong my friend.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to hear from you Beth! So many are thinking of you each and every day! You are strong! Keep all the prayers in your heart and may it comfort you to know how loved you are. This too shall pass.....it will be ok.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to hear from you Beth! So many are thinking of you each and every day! You are strong! Keep all the prayers in your heart and may it comfort you to know how loved you are. This too shall pass.....it will be ok.
ReplyDeleteBeth, I was just thinking of you yesterday and remembering you in my prayers. So glad you checked in with us. Sounds like you are introducing a new Afro! Sorry about the mouth sores, but hopefully you can have some relief with the meds. Take care, and check in again, so we know how you are doing.
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ReplyDeleteGod bless you, Beth. It's good to hear from you. I'm so sorry about the pain and distress you experience. I wish I could make it all go away.
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Janie
It is so nice to see you back on blogger. Like Nancy here says it is hard to even imagine all you are going through. My family and I have been praying for you and wishing you health. I hope that you will soon be able to enjoy what you can eat so you gain some energy. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteI so wish you didn't have to deal with this dear. I know from a family member of my husands how rough this can be. Always in my prayers and thoughts. xo
ReplyDeleteWow - you are one strong lady and an inspiration to everyone. God will help you through this. I have been following your blog since before your Jim passed, and I know all you have been through. Don't give up. I will pray for your recovery and remission. Hang in there Beth!
ReplyDeleteContinuing to pray for you. I agree with Sue ~ you are a strong woman. Hoping you feel the love coming from your blogging friends. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteI guess I echo what everybody else has said. I have missed your presence around the old blogging watering hole. For me blogging is not the same without you. So hang in there Beth. I sense you are "one tough broad".
ReplyDeleteA third of the way through...you are going at a clip, Beth. I hate thinking of you enduring these side effects and will add those specific things to my prayers for you. I hear what you are saying and I am also praying that this time is it and will be all the treatment needed. You take care and gets lots of healing rest.
ReplyDeleteIt's good to read a post from you, as I as others were wondering how you were coping with your treatment. Sorry to read your mouth etc. is raw, it's harsh treatment on sensitive areas. Good to know that you haven't lost much weight, and let's hope you don't, but if you do, when recovered you will soon put it back on, I am sure :) Your hair, oh dear me, but it will also grow again after treatment :) God Bless You, Beth. I do think of you and pray for you often. Take care, all the best, keep strong....
ReplyDeleteBeth, my heart goes out to you. I wish you didn't have to endure this. My prayers have and will continue for you and two others going through the same things. We all wish and pray for a cure to be found for that awful disease. Keep your faith, and remember always that you are surrounded by love from many, including me. Hugs. Bertie
ReplyDeleteYou always amaze me, with everything you are going through you always think of us. Prayers and love sent your way.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Marie
A man at our church just went thru exactly the things you're experiencing. He lost his mustache and beard and his hair got thin....and his throat was raw. He did have the feeding tube....but PRAISE THE LORD, he is cancer-free now....that's my prayer for you, sweet Lady. Hang in there....you are such an inspiration to so many of us!
ReplyDeleteYou are often in my thoughts Beth. Sending you positive thoughts and prayers. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteBeth, I think of you. You have always been one of my special bloggers. I am so sorry you have to go through this mess. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Big hugs.
ReplyDeleteOh it's so good to see you here Beth, sorry what you have to go through.
ReplyDeletePrayers that you will soon be cancer free.
Hugs Sheila x
We're all praying for you, Beth! Don't worry about us. Just take care of yourself. Love and prayers, Rita
ReplyDeleteSaying a prayer for you, Beth! You're a strong gal!
ReplyDeleteBeth. You are often in my thoughts and prayers. Your endurance and bravery are a great testimony. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you through the remaining days of treatment. Take Care love n hugs xxx - Nita
ReplyDeleteRadiation killed the nerves in my dad's feet and he has suffered with sore feet ever since, I hope your side effects are short lived and you recover from the radiation well
ReplyDeleteOh Beth I hate that you are going through this! I pray that the side effects ease and most of all that the cancer is destroyed forever!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Joanne
Beth I think of you each and every day. I know you will beat this. I just know it...
ReplyDeleteBeth! You are getting strong lady and You will be back to strong ladys soon.
ReplyDeleteBeth, you are in my thoughts and prayers every single day!
ReplyDeleteOne day at a time and know we're ALL pulling for you! What a tough lady you are and soon it will be over and you'll be heading down the road of recovery.
ReplyDeleteBeth, this is Mildred. Thank you for this update. I certainly have seen what you are going through due to my brother's treatment. I keep you in my prayers. Know that you are thought of and loved.
ReplyDeleteBeth, I have thought and prayed about you often. I have watch as people have received chemo while hubby got an iron infusion. I know you are taking one day at time to get through it. I will continue to pray for you each day. Many hugs and prayers from your Missouri friend.
ReplyDeleteI can not imagine what you are going thru, it's makes my struggle look like a birthday party. God Bless!
ReplyDeleteBlessings Beth;
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about visiting us, we will visit you. Sounds like a rough road you are traveling. My prayers are with you always.
God Bless
Rhapsody
Beth,
ReplyDeleteSending many, many prayers and all the love in the world as we await these painful treatment to end. I know you are a trooper and please know you have the love and support of a great community. Rest as you can, you will be in my prayers.
Jane xxxxx.
Hi Beth! I was thinking about you and wanted to send you a big hug and well wishes. I'll be praying for you as you go through this difficult time :)
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