Eric’s Carcinoid Journey

Interestingly, I thought I had worked through the most of the post-treatment effects.  I have noticed some rather strange effects the past couple of days; and although I can’t link them directly to the Lutetium-177, they are very unusual for me, and the only unusual thing I have done recently is the Lutetium-177  infusion.  First thing that happened were several angina like symptoms that showed up last Monday night and lasted through Thursday. 

I spoke with Dr. Turner about them as to whether they could be related to the Lutetium-177 treatment or something altogether new.  He hasn’t had any other patients complain about pain, only nausea, but could not rule out the treatment as a potential cause.  He pointed out that the body is under some strain right now and that overdoing things could have unforseen affects.  He stongly recommended that I try and do less and rest more.  Good advice and Leonie had already given to me!  The only times these “attacks” took place seemed to be when I overly strained my upper body doing something physical. 

Having taken Leonie’s advise (and Dr. Turner’s) I haven’t had a reoccurance, BP is down to normal (unusual for me) and the nausea has effectively dissappeared.  It did come back slightly for two days after I finished the Maxalon on Monday.  Next session I will take it for a few days more.  It is very effective on me.

Today is Sunday, I feel well rested (even after a late night out last night for an awards dinner) and have no discomfort whatsoever.

Eric

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