Well it has been six months since my last Tomo Therapy treatment. So it was time for two hospital visits August 10th and 11th. I am happy to say that my doctors are pleased. My PSA readings are down considerably and the numbers are trending in the correct direction. As I heal I am starting to feel some expected but minimal side effects of the treatment. At the risk of giving TMI, I will not share specifics. I am just happy and blessed that by the accounts of my doctors, I continue to be exceptional especially as far as treatment side effects go.
As I mentioned I had to make two trips to the hospital. On each visit I had flashbacks of the 43+ trips I had to make. I began to feel somewhat depressed as I observed the sickness that surrounded me as I entered the hospital. As I waited to have my lab work done and the next day as I waited for my doctors it again resonated just how life really is so fragile and I am so very lucky. One particularly poignant moment was when I over heard the canned speech of the reception assistant checking in a lady and preparing her for her treatments. I could not help but think, " I remember that speech, been there done that and man I don't want to do it again". At any rate I am elated. That part of my journey is behind me now and I am doing fine. Things are going as planned and I get to have a happy birthday in a week or so.
I have to return in another 90 days for another check up, so I will update and give y'all a shout out in November. Peace out!
