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    I can no longer hold and write with a pen. I have been receiving chemotherapy which has caused every joint in my hands to swell and stick painfully. I am feeling very frustrated because this makes me one of that "protected" class that is not allowed out or to interact with others.

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    That's awful Scrawler.
    I hope the Chemo works wonders for you and the effects rapidly subside afterward.

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    May all things improve.

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    Aww that's a real shame Scrawler. I hope things improve for you as soon as possible.
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    May your situation improve and I wish for you the best.

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    Quote Originally Posted by manoeuver View Post
    That's awful Scrawler.
    I hope the Chemo works wonders for you and the effects rapidly subside afterward.
    Unfortunately I have reached the limits of this treatment. The oncologist is worried about the amount of damage I am taking from it and have withdrawn it. I am off out shortly to be marked up for radiation.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Chrissy View Post
    Aww that's a real shame Scrawler. I hope things improve for you as soon as possible.
    Thanks Chrissy but I don't think my hands are coming back. I have been assigned to a rheumatologist who has tried interventions but they are daily worse.

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    Holding you In the Light, for all possibly positive changes and outcomes.
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    Hoping that you are able to continue your presence here, and that you are certain of FPG's care and support. May you approach the future with clear vision, and a spirit of hope.

    Best wishes always...



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    Quote Originally Posted by Scrawler View Post
    I can no longer hold and write with a pen. I have been receiving chemotherapy which has caused every joint in my hands to swell and stick painfully. I am feeling very frustrated because this makes me one of that "protected" class that is not allowed out or to interact with others.
    Mate, I was diagnosed with cancer in April 2019. I had three months of immunotherapy treatments before nearly fatal side effects put me in hospital for three months and then repeated hospitalisations each month through July 2020. Like you, I fall into the high risk -- protected -- class. I'm still dealing with some of the side effects, but the cancer is no longer active (Thanks be to God), and I'm on the mend.

    That said, all of the medical issues and COVID restrictions mean I can not enjoy getting outdoors and going fishing. In fact, I have a year old, new rod and reel that have yet to see water that isn't contained in a drinking glass! Yes, self isolation is effectively being under house arrest, and in my case solitary confinement. For me, it -- dealing with cancer and confinement -- becomes focusing on the future and what I can do rather than what I can't do.

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    Really sorry to hear the bad news. You'll be in my thoughts and I hope for a good outcome in the foreseeable future.

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    I am so sorry to read that. I hope that it's of comfort to know that there are people who care, even if they cannot be of practical help. Please continue to post here when you can.
    Last edited by Kaputnik; October 22nd, 2020 at 05:46 PM.
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    This has to be heart-wrenching. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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