Thanks, Bower. I know that you and your wife went through this. And she fought for years. My Aunt survived almost 20 years.
There are about three consultants, all Oncologists, on my case. Plus the nurses who are trained really well to deal with the chemo, drug trials etc. The University Hospital where i am being treated - they have about 60 or 70 cancer related drug trials going on at the moment. I think i am one of six people in the whole of Switzerland on this specific one. It's a drug that is already recognised in the States and other countries.
We sometimes forget the nurses, and think back decades that the only thing they do is wipe your brow!! They may not have trained as much as the Specialists - but they certainly know their jobs. Also they bring a bit of happiness and laughter into your life!! My nurse and I get on really well, which is good - coz this is going to go on for years.
I do ask the questions, and get honest replies. They have no reason to lie to me, and tell me everything will get better. It might, it might not. Who knows?!!
Going to Google radiotherapy this weekend. There is a lot of info out there, also a lot of dross.
You guys are great!! If any of you need any inside info from me. Don't hesitate to ask. It's only been 7 months, but has become my life. Why they can't make all my appointments on one day - instead of three or four days every week, sort of pisses me off!! Plays bugger with your social life!!
Oh, and the really sweet and kind ladies on a Forum here have got together to knit or crochet me a snuggle blanket!! How nice is that?!! They are a bit pissed off with me - because i keep sneeking a peek.