I had my radiotherapy planning today. I didn't sleep so well last night as I was a little apprehensive about it all, again it's all about the unknown really. Anyway as it turned out it all went well and there was really no need to worry. So I am all measured and marked up complete with 3 tiny tattoo's ready to start treatment on the 19th May.
Here is a picture of the kind of machine which was used today, it is called a simulator. Simulators are machines which look very much like the radiotherapy treatment machines but which actually take x-ray pictures or scans. The specialist can use the simulator to work out exactly where the treatment needs to be given. The measurements and pictures taken during the simulator sessions will then be worked on and processed by computers to calculate all the technical details to make sure the radiotherapy is given accurately to precisely the right place.
It all sounds terribly well organised and efficient. You're on the homeward straight now but all the trips for radiotherapy will be a drag, I know. We'll be thinking of you on 19th May. Keep smiling. You're doing really well. x
ReplyDeleteHi honey hope you are feeling good ! Sats are going well so far, you would be really proud of all the kids. Hope to see you soon- can you make gala day on 22 may ?lots of love Andrea x
ReplyDeleteHi Mandy,this is Shelley aka Loopy loo lol....after just speaking to you not 5 mins ago i thought i would read your blog....I would like to say what a very brave woman you are,youre doing so well,stay positive and you will do fine love..Thinking of you...take care hun xxx
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