Balloon Goes Up

Not strictly speaking!

I've had a stent put into the top of my leg to help with the circulation caused by the tumour pressing on my artery. The tests confirmed that this was the problem and that it would be possible to put a stent in to widen the artery back up. I now have a near normal pulse in my right ankle, which given the Doctor couldn't feel a pulse there when I went in is quite a difference. It feels good, but I've got residual pain from the procedure at the moment. I reckon in a few more days I will be walking pretty normally, which is great news for me and a big boost.

I could talk about the procedure as they don't put you under but I won't, it's a very funny feeling being prodded about with only a local and a TV screen showing your bones and arteries. I couldn't see a thing on there, just as well I wasn't doing it :-), all looked fine to me!

If it works, it will be worth it ten times over.

Next stop Oncology on Wednesday to discuss my new treament plan, which I should be on by the end of the month.

Still not sure about the house, we had a call to say the 18th May, but we've had nothing in writing, so who knows. It won't be long now though, it's looking pretty finished and we have an inspection visit arranged for the 15th. Still packing......

Speak Soon
Sheila x