20% + down

So, this week sees the commencement of Radiotherapy. And already I am 20% done on my total requirements! That didn't take long, did it?

What is planned is about 25 "hits" of the radioactive isotopes attacking my chest wall. Actually I just made up that bit about the isotopes, but it is definitely some kind of radioactivity bombarding my body, because after the radiographers set me up, they hurriedly retreat from the room whilst I lie there getting the full effects of whatever it is from which they have run! But I have faith and confidence that it is all for a good cause and it will work!

Actually it is a very quick and painless procedure (so far) which involves me lying still with hands above my head so all the attack zones are exposed. The most time consuming part of the procedure is getting me in the exact position (using my tattoos as guide points) to effectively target all areas. This takes about 10 mins. They then leave the room to zap me and while they are out of the room I have to make sure I don't move even a millimetre! (or who knows where those radio isotopes will end up). Thankfully it only takes a couple of minutes, as it seems that everytime they leave the room I get itchy everywhere and/or need to cough!  Once zapped I am now free to go about my life until the next day when it all starts again!

Another week has passed since I started this post, so now I have completed 9 of my 25 allocated sessions - you can work out the percentage. I had Friday off so the machine could be serviced - have to keep it in peak condition. Slight tenderness of the skin, a few aches and pains, but otherwise all is well.
Until next time.......