Chelsea14Ian Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 Hoping that I've turned a corner.The pain seems to be carming down.Still there but not like it was recently. Still on two courses of Antibiotics and tablets for the shingles. The pain I was suffering was almost the same as my operation .At present thankfully my breathing has improved. That was very worrying, I was breathless just walking from the living room to the loo.Once again a big thankyou to Queen Elizabeth hospital Woolwich for care.They quickly realised my rash was shingles, putting me on I V antibiotics. Think the GP will check up on me tomorrow, if not I will ring them.I've got a follow up clinic back at Woolwich regarding my operation on the 4 December. The following day I'm booked in to have my tooth taken out.Not looking forward to that.But thankfully seemed to be improving. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 Good to hear you've "turned a corner", I know the feeling. I'm round the bend. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted November 16, 2020 Author Share Posted November 16, 2020 Thanks,treath is we're all a little bit mad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted November 16, 2020 Author Share Posted November 16, 2020 Sse what I mean,truth, not treaty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted November 16, 2020 Share Posted November 16, 2020 Your heading in the right direction Ian.. good to hear 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted December 8, 2020 Author Share Posted December 8, 2020 Not just yet,still suffering from Shingles. Now on a Morphine patch,strong pain killers and meds for the shingles. Now in my fifth week.The pain worse then the operation. Had my troublesome tooth taken out last still.Was worried about that,but the Dentist was brilliant. One problem less. Tomorrow the Cancer clinic at Queen Elizabeth hospital Woolwich. Today we went to Bluewater. Was a bit concerned, in case it was packed. We went early no problems. Maybe the affect of the Shingles, but If I stand or walk for any length of time I get a sharp pain in my back and I get out of breath. So for the first time I hired a mobility scooter. Was very helpful.Gave me an insight to disability. Some people were very helpful others not so much.Plus some shops moving around on a scooter was not easy. My scooter, now let's burn some rubber. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwanR Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Glad you managed to get out Ian. That in itself is a blessing compared to your weeks of shielding earlier in the year. The scooter sounds like a sensible option. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Onward and upward Ian 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracie Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 I'm so pleased you managed a trip out, love the scooter, great for carrying shopping too I understand what you mean about the mobility scooter. My Dad has a small one which folds up and fits in the back of my car, we take it with us as walking for a long period of time can be painful for him. Unfortunately some people can be unkind, someone once called for "Long John Silver" to get out of the way, I had a few choice words I can tell you, I also reported him to precinct Security. On the other hand there are such kind people too, more so than the nasty one's thank goodness I hope your pain improves and you can at least have a merry little Christmas Take care and stay safe x 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LizG Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Getting out will improve your confidence including mental confidence! Giving you the encouragement that will help you feel determined to get better and return your life to normal - if that is possible considering everything! Take care, take it one day at a time but onwards and upwards! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scaniaman Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 IT'S THE WRONG COLOUR IAN !!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted December 8, 2020 Author Share Posted December 8, 2020 They didn't have blue and white. Still I treated myself to a new Chelsea shirt. Thought about getting Gracie one! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracie Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 I only have two words for you Ian...................The Arsenal Well you didn't think it was something else now did you 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jayfire Posted December 9, 2020 Share Posted December 9, 2020 14 hours ago, Gracie said: Well you didn't think it was something else now did you You always use two different words to me So how are "The Arsenal" getting on? I'd have a look myself but it's a strain on everyone's neck trying to look so far down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mouldy Posted December 9, 2020 Share Posted December 9, 2020 38 minutes ago, Jayfire said: So how are "The Arsenal" getting on? I'd have a look myself but it's a strain on everyone's neck trying to look so far down Not Liverpool on top of the league, though Jay!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jayfire Posted December 9, 2020 Share Posted December 9, 2020 1 minute ago, Mouldy said: Not Liverpool on top of the league, though Jay!! Pfft, goal difference. Give it time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted December 9, 2020 Author Share Posted December 9, 2020 Just got back from the Hospital. Good news the Doctor said it's clear.I was lucky in the fact the Cancer was small.So I had a Xray. Back to the clinic in three months times another Xray then a Cat scan.Then they will check on me for five years.Now please shingles go away.Last night very painful. Still so pleased that perhaps soon things will improve. Bring on Christmas 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted December 9, 2020 Share Posted December 9, 2020 Really good to hear your news Ian 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YnysMon Posted December 10, 2020 Share Posted December 10, 2020 Brilliant news Ian...apart from the shingles. Still hopefully there will have more of a chance of that clearing up now you aren’t so stressed about the cancer. Sounds like you are continuing to have good care. Thank God for the NHS. I was watching an American news channel earlier and a hospital in Chicago has announced they’ll be closing due to funding problems even as the number of hospital places is getting critical due to the explosion of Covid cases over there. How mad is that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted December 11, 2020 Author Share Posted December 11, 2020 Many thanks. The shingles is still there.That in its self gets me down,and I will be glad when it goes. Indeed I was very lucky the Cancer was caught early and it was small.Theres no doubt Covid has affected health care.Last night on the news.It was reported, non emergency operations have been badly affected delaying operations by months. Thankfully mine was not.I was first told in late August there was a problem, and my operation to remove the Cancer in October. My concern is that whilst numbers of infections of Covid keep rising, leading to more people needing care in hospital, this puts pressure on health care.I am so grateful to the care I've received for my Cancer.If at some time I'm able to.I would like to raise money for the NHS. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CambridgeCabby Posted December 11, 2020 Share Posted December 11, 2020 Yes , it’s true that many operations have had to be cancelled . This is due mainly to the amount of staff that have had to isolate either because they are in an “at risk” group or they have been in contact with a Covid-19 carrier or indeed have suffered from Covid-19 themselves . The medical staff that are still at work in theatres are having to work even longer shifts than is normal in many cases 60+ hours a week . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted December 21, 2020 Author Share Posted December 21, 2020 Still a long way before I turn that corner. Now week seven of shingles. Cant get rid of it.Now on 10mg Morphine patch ,pain killers and at times paracetamol. Spoke with my GP this evening. The last course of treatment she can give is another patch.This is a strong drug. She suggests if after a few weeks,its no better,she will refer me to a neurologist.This is really getting me down.Just hope it gets better soon. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 Hang in there Ian, you've come a long way.... this too shall pass! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelsea14Ian Posted December 21, 2020 Author Share Posted December 21, 2020 Overall I'm thankful. To go through my operation, then being told they removed the Cancer. I think shingles came about due to my body being weak after the operation. Nearly seven weeks with shingles is no fun.considering the level of drugs I'm on Its strong. She cheered me up no end(not).She said some affects can last months or years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 However many days it takes each one is closer to being better, take them one at a time and you will always be moving forward 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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