Yey! I have my plan
I have just returned home from a three hour stint at the hospital. Like everyone else new to this journey I was apprehensive and anxious.
The new Gold Coast University Hospital is beautiful and everyone from rececption right through to my oncologist were all very warm and friendly.
On arrival a nurse recorded my obs and it was back to the waiting room to fill out a form about my home situation etc while I waited to see the oncologist.
The oncologist was very nice (handsome too) He asked me what I understood about my BC and then he filled in the gaps. I had my list of questions with me, which he answered completely.
After I saw the oncologist I was directed back to reception to receive my appointment dates for my first two treatments, the first being on Friday 10th and second on 31/1. They were kind enough to organize my first one to follow straight after an occupational therapy appointment at 8:00 am on same day.
Next I spent about 30 mins with the Cancer Nurse Consultant. She explained the treatment to me and possible side effects. She also discussed my fears and anxieties and has put me down to have appointment with psychologist. I am happy to do this because I would ilke someone outside the family to talk to and to learn some skills in challenging my fearful thoughts. I was also given a tour of the chemo treatment area.
I have been given the all clear to return to work (in some capacity) if I want to except on days 7 - 10 of cycle.
Lastly, it was blood tests ready for next week and then I was free to go. Armed with a big folder full of reading material, phone numbers, available services and a head full of extra knowledge I now feel calm and full of hope in commencing the next stage of this journey.
Joy
