Well I had my first radiation appointment today. From a stand point of science it was interesting. I mean I could see the shields that were directing the radiation from a few of the places where it was. Essentially I am laying on a table and this radiation machine moves around me… sort of like what I have seen open MRI’s are like. The part that had the shields had fingers that could move in and block the radiation. The best way I could describe it is, imagine 2 mini blinds. Instead of the blinds rotating, they go side to side towards each other. So they open and close and even move while the radiation is being administered. It was actually interesting somewhat to see. I get radiation from I think 8 positions around my body, 4 on either side.
Emotionally this was extremely difficult for me. I REALLY want to have my other children and with every treatment I know it is causing scar tissue that could make that difficult. Worst of all I will not know if I can or not till I am actually pregnant. This whole thing is a HUGE leap of faith and that is a bit hard for me to swallow.
When I got back home today, I found out that I was suppose to meet with the doctor after my appointment. They told me I would be meeting with the radiation oncologist once a week in treatment, however they didn’t tell me what day when I asked yesterday. No one said anything today, and I forgot to ask so I just went home. No problem though because I can meet with my doctor tomorrow.
I am going to spend the rest of the day with my little guy. I need some quality time with him and Tony and Dad #2 made him a sand and water table that he can play with. It is suppose to be 90 degrees here today, but that should be fun for him.
Talk to you tomorrow!
Jennifer