My mom started radiation yesterday. On Monday she went in thinking that she was going to get started instead it was another “fitting”, which she went through previously. I don’t understand it and neither does she, but all I know is that she came out crying because she had to hold her arms up for a long time. It hurt and she thought this is what she would be going through every day.
As I hugged her and tried to comfort her, I thought the same thing and was concerned for her and sad. The office was closing as she was the last patient, I was busy with her and wasn’t able to ask the nurses if this is what she would be expecting every day.
When we went yesterday, we went a bit earlier and learned that she’d only be getting radiation for about 10 minutes. It wasn’t going to be a long process each time. Relieved, we decided to get into a routine since she’ll be going through this every day for 6 weeks. We’re going to try to go to lunch either before or after and maybe get some shopping in too. Definitely going to chat and have some fun.
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I’m going to surprise her with some frilly eye masks as she’s using a washcloth now to cover her eyes. Anything to help my mom cope with radiation.
I’m so sorry, Connie. It’s so hard to see our loved ones hurting. I hope the masks help. Lunch and shopping too – they always help anything, I think.
I’m so sorry that your mom had to go through that 2x! I hope her treatments go well and she is able to rest. you too.
I know I spoke to you on Twitter when she started, but I wanted to again express my love and concern to you.
I love the idea of the cool eye masks. You are such a sweet daughter and with you by her side, she will do just fine. Make sure you take care of yourself, too. I don’t want you to get too worn down, remember you are not well also! Hugs!