Radiation Time!

Feb 27, 2026

Hello everyone. It’s been a while since my last update. I am recovering quite well from chemo. My hair is beginning to grow back, either blond or gray, along with my eyebrows, but my eyelashes are nowhere to be found. I was able to have glass of wine (and maybe a beer or two). I had my follow-up CT scan, and the results were CLEAR! There was a small fluid sac that is nothing to be concerned about. It’s common after surgery and/or a biopsy. I will have another CT scan on May 1st.

I went for my radiation preparation and measurements. They put 3 small permanent dots in my pelvic area, aka tattoos, so the machine is in the same spot every time. I will have 25 external radiation appointments every weekday until April 1st. Then I will have 3 internal (brachytherapy). My first radiation appointment was yesterday, 2/26. They put me on the table…and then took me off the table. I was dehydrated and had to drink cups of water. They need a full bladder to protect the intestines and other good cells. Finally, I was able to get it done. This big octopus like machine rotated around me. The one “arm” had a “no sitting” sticker on it. Did they think people were going to ride it around like an amusement park ride? Haha.

Today was radiation #2. I drank 20oz of water before my appointment, and they were able to give me the radiation without any problems. Yay me. So now, this is my life until April 1st. However, things are looking good thanks to everyone’s prayers. Please keep them coming for minimal radiation side effects. I really appreciate it! Until next time, HUGS!

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