Author Archives: Nishat Dossa

I think it is safe to say that the last month or so have been one of the toughest for me so far. I have rrqlised hiw lucky i have been not to have much ‘cancer related pain’ so far. Yes the cancer seems to have gone to other places. But at the same timeContinue reading “Excruciating pain.”

So they have spotted some new areas in the lungs this time which they think are most likely cancer. Having more tests to confirm this before we plan the next steps of treatment. I have a lung biopsy next week which is obviously something completely new to me. I am anxious. Apparently it is notContinue reading “Just when you think you know all the possible outcomes of a scan…”

Hey all!! I have been having the best time over the last few weeks during my time off from chemo! Getting stronger by the day and trying not to think about doctors and treatment! Been driving as well which is just so liberating!! But the time has arrived. I have spent last week having scansContinue reading “Ready for whatever is next…”

It’s been 5 weeks since my last chemo and i am feeling stronger by the day Alhamdulillah! The heart tests came clear and nothing to worry about. Yesterday i had a pain free day (abdomen and back were hurting before) after a long time and it was fab! Went for a really good walk andContinue reading “Thank you Sunshine!”

I have not written for a while as i was trying to get my head around a lot of things. Chemo round 3 of the new medicine was initially postponed twice due to low immunity. Which was unusual as this never happened with the first round of chemo (called Folfox for those who know). DuringContinue reading “New chemo not worked”

The last week has been great! I have been able to breath properly again! (Almost) And the pain/cramping has gone completely! The sun has really helped with uplifting everything! I have had lots of tests and scans in the last few days too (to eliminate any other causes of the fast heart palputations). In betweenContinue reading “I can breath🌞”

So so hard. This time. New meds are causing severe cramping on my left side. It got worse after i finished my 3 day treatment on wednesday. Surprisingly i was actually able to go for a slow walk on wednesday after having the chemo bottle removed. Last few days have not been good. Shortness ofContinue reading “Tired.”

Hi! I have stayed away from writing because i was enjoying my week off from chemo💃 I was prepared for it and then had a call to say my White blood cells and Neutrophils were both too low to go ahead with treatment. I have to say, i was secretly relieved and excited about theContinue reading “Chemo tomorrow hopefully!”

Day 9 and i am feeling o mich better now..even went with hubby to pick up the kids from school. Oddly, it felt so normal. Like before. And mum called to pick up food on the way home. Just like she used to! Before my diagnosis. And before lockdown. When i was living the chaos!Continue reading “Day 9 and Feeling so much better!”

Reallystruggling with this new chemo. I dont know uf it isalso my mindset not being as strong recently. I havent managed to keep up with my yoga or read my book. Well at least i am able to sleep like a log. Thats why i am not writing much i guess. Dont feel fresh whenContinue reading “This is tough but it too will pass”