I have had three radiation treatments, and so far, I am not glowing in the dark.
The process is weird. I have to lie on my back in exactly the same position each time. A form-fitted "beanbag" that was made during the simulation holds my upper body in place. My hands grip handles above my ears, which is somewhat uncomfortable, because of the scar tissue under my arm.
A machine with several panels rotates around me, and I have to hold my breath for 15-20 seconds each time radiation is beamed at me. This keeps the radiation away from my heart.
I am scheduled for a total of 30 radiation treatments, more than I was expecting; but the doctor changed his strategy to include more of the lymphatic system.
I have been warned that radiation treatment fatigues one, and I have definitely been quite tired; but part of that may be due simply to being out and about in the very hot weather we have been having.
Between trekking to and from various medical appointments and doing all my assigned physical-therapy exercises, I haven't had a lot of fun lately. However, David, Pixie, and I did spend last Saturday at "Canines Uncorked," a winery tour to benefit the Oregon Humane Society. Fortunately, wine is among the things I can consume on the meal plan my naturopath recommended.
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