mapperleywhite wrote:Was at the hospital this afternoon to be measured up for the radiotherapy next month. I had to empty my pockets and the technician noticed my Leeds phone cover as he's also a fan, so, of course, we were off chatting.
Told him about this forum and he seemed enthused to join up. Very agreeable and highly competent guy called Sam.
Had my first dose of radiotherapy yesterday and got my appointment schedule of which there are 20 lasting until 25th March. Getting on and off the treatment bed proved the biggest challenge as I have back muscle pain and some mobility issues, but the three lovely nurses were a big help.
Was given a sheet about the possible side effects but oddly there was no mention of forgetting to submit a score in the LUFCtalk prediction league......
(Would have gone 0-2)
Might have to take an interest in the Premier League now....
mapperleywhite wrote:Was at the hospital this afternoon to be measured up for the radiotherapy next month. I had to empty my pockets and the technician noticed my Leeds phone cover as he's also a fan, so, of course, we were off chatting.
Told him about this forum and he seemed enthused to join up. Very agreeable and highly competent guy called Sam.
Had my first dose of radiotherapy yesterday and got my appointment schedule of which there are 20 lasting until 25th March. Getting on and off the treatment bed proved the biggest challenge as I have back muscle pain and some mobility issues, but the three lovely nurses were a big help.
Was given a sheet about the possible side effects but oddly there was no mention of forgetting to submit a score in the LUFCtalk prediction league......
Went to the chiropodist yesterday. On my last visit they treated a callus, on the sole of my foot, which was very painful. However, it started hurting again, could hardly walk. They said that a corn was growing through where the callus had been. They cut it out and I have been 'walking on air' since. They also sorted my toe nails which were in a bad state due to all the football I played. I think a lot of people, certainly me, tend to ignore their feet. They are a long way away, after all. Well, mine are! Can't cut my own toe nails now. Neither can her indoors as she has arthritis in her hands. She's willing to try but I value my toes too much!
johnh wrote:Went to the chiropodist yesterday. On my last visit they treated a callus, on the sole of my foot, which was very painful. However, it started hurting again, could hardly walk. They said that a corn was growing through where the callus had been. They cut it out and I have been 'walking on air' since. They also sorted my toe nails which were in a bad state due to all the football I played. I think a lot of people, certainly me, tend to ignore their feet. They are a long way away, after all. Well, mine are! Can't cut my own toe nails now. Neither can her indoors as she has arthritis in her hands. She's willing to try but I value my toes too much!
I have the same problem with toenails John. Whilst Mrs MW is willing and able to help me I've bought an electric nail file which has a wide variety of attachment bits that allow me to keep things 'under control' without having to stretch too far. Works on hard skin too.
As I recall it was under £15.
Might have to take an interest in the Premier League now....
johnh wrote:Thanks MW, interesting that. Trouble is, at 6ft 3 inches I've a long way to stretch. Does it have an extension handle?
LOL John....I used to be 6ft 3in but these days perhaps an inch less so no problem...
BTW have you had the experience that medical people comment on your height for your age? I was considered well above average height in my late teens, so I imagine more so for you!
Might have to take an interest in the Premier League now....
johnh wrote:Thanks MW, interesting that. Trouble is, at 6ft 3 inches I've a long way to stretch. Does it have an extension handle?
LOL John....I used to be 6ft 3in but these days perhaps an inch less so no problem...
BTW have you had the experience that medical people comment on your height for your age? I was considered well above average height in my late teens, so I imagine more so for you!
When I was in my 20's (1950's) people used to regularly comment 'aren't you tall'. Now, if I go down the Rugby Club, I'm looking up at everyone! My grandson is 6ft 7 inches.
mapperleywhite wrote:Was at the hospital this afternoon to be measured up for the radiotherapy next month. I had to empty my pockets and the technician noticed my Leeds phone cover as he's also a fan, so, of course, we were off chatting.
Told him about this forum and he seemed enthused to join up. Very agreeable and highly competent guy called Sam.
Had my first dose of radiotherapy yesterday and got my appointment schedule of which there are 20 lasting until 25th March. Getting on and off the treatment bed proved the biggest challenge as I have back muscle pain and some mobility issues, but the three lovely nurses were a big help.
Was given a sheet about the possible side effects but oddly there was no mention of forgetting to submit a score in the LUFCtalk prediction league......
