We were at the cancer center twice today. Once in the morning to meet with Dr. Ling and a second time in the afternoon for the simulation for Kev's radiation treatments.
This involved Kevin having multiple CT/simulation scans to determine and mark precisely where the radiation will be directed. Many places use small permanent tattooing to mark the spots. Here they use a water resistant marker (essentially a Sharpie) and covered the Xs and Os with clear tape. He is to be careful about bathing so as not to rinse them off before radiation begins. The technician will remark him as needed during treatment.
The intersecting lines, circles and Xs drawn across his abdomen and hips will take some getting used to for me. Just a vivid reminder of what may still lurk within.
I hate cancer.
Somehow I need to replace the image of more cancer squatting , uninvited inside him, with a more positive image. Maybe the Xs and Os can be hugs and kisses making him well?
Nah. (shudder) Doesn't work for me. Too fluffy creepy.
I'll have to think longer about this.
Anyway, we like Dr. Ling and, while Kevin was in for his CT scans, I got a line on the possibility of him using a pill form of 5-FU instead of a continuous pump. I'm going to research it a little and definitely bring it up with Dr. Skinner when we meet tomorrow.
Kev's going to want to go with the pill if it's remotely possible. Any baggage it carries will weigh less to him than the pump. Especially 24/7 worth of pump for 5 to 8 weeks.
Daily radiation treatments begin on Monday, January 7th. The new 'normal,' huh?
Gotta work on adapting to a flexible definition of 'normal.' And those crappy Xs, Os, lines and squiggles.
Did I mention how much I hate cancer?
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