July Update

Although somwewhat early, I thought it was time, once again, that I offered the following update. I can now report the following changes.


Changes:

• The fatigue continues ... but is much improved because: (a) I am no longer working (b) We are now living in Vina del Mar, Chile!! (c) The food here is natural i.e. no preservatives/all organic and is very cheap - suffice to say we eat VERY well!
• The hot flushes continue but with much less frequency and duration; thanks to the Androcur.
• Shortness of breath continues but is improved - see point 1 above.


• Night urinations have decreased to 1 or 2 per night!!


• Sleeplessness is now almost a thing of the past!


• Tiredness has also decreased because of the above!
• Sensitive skin IS a thing of the past.


• Hair loss - chest, stomach, under the armpits - continues but is not a problem.


• Breast (nipple) soreness and sensitivity almost gone.
• Cognitive Impairment continues to improve; largely because I am forcing my brain to remember even small details - the old addage applies here - use it or lose it!!
• Confusion rarely becomes a problem, because of the above strategy.
• Memory loss has eased considerably - again because of the above strategy!


• My long-standing battle with sinus is over!! This means I now enjoy a deeper and longer sleep time than I have for more than two decades ... yay Chile!!


• The hair on my head has become noticably thicker, particularly on the crown ... yay hormones (female)!!

Unchanged:

• My attitude is increasingly positive!
• Bowel movements remain good.
• I have maintained a weight loss of 2.5 kgs!

Now apart from the above, I can also report continued success with the use of a number of products that have helped to increase my strength and well-being.

• Berocca - available without a prescription.

I have noticed some general improvement in strength levels as a result. Berocca aids in releasing the maximum amount of energy available from the food you eat. Therefore it is very important to follow a well balanced and nutritious diet.

• 'High protein' energy drink as a breakfast supplement.

This I have noticed considerably boosts my energy level for a good start to the day!

• I also chomp on 3 or more Glucodin tablets daily.

The addition of these products has not only given me more energy at times but has also resulted in an improved diet.

I should also add, that I have been careful NOT to overdo ... just because I was feeling a little more 'normal'. I use these products, more for an improved sense of well-being; rather than an aid to 'doing more'.

While it is important to exercise sufficiently each day to stave off bone thinning and muscle atrophy; it is also important to allow your body sufficient rest each in regard to the Radiation Therapy!