Every Wednesday I have my weekly visit with Dr. Dorn. At this point in my radiation treatment they are concerned about my skin and my lungs. I get an x-ray each week to check my lungs to ensure the radiation is not impacting my lungs. Dr. Dorn also checks my lungs as well. So far, all seems great.
He's is thrilled with the condition of my skin. He said I am doing wonderful especially since I am 2/3's through my radiation. He said "It's because of your good nutrition, plenty of protein in your diet and staying hydrated." I asked how that made a difference. I thought I might get terribly burned because I have such fair skin get sunburned very easily. He said the burn from radiation is gradual so if you are healthy and have good nutritional habits your body is healing the damaged skin faster. He said he can tell if people are eating a good diet by how their skin is doing. He also encourages exercise and not losing weight. Trust me, I've gained a few pounds because I have not been as active the last few weeks but it is stable and will come down after radiation treatment is complete.
I am a little more tired than usual, but I only have 11 days of radiation to go and I am getting meals twice a week which is a tremendous help. It gives me a little less to do in the evening so I can get a little more sleep and also have healthy meals that promote healing.
He's is thrilled with the condition of my skin. He said I am doing wonderful especially since I am 2/3's through my radiation. He said "It's because of your good nutrition, plenty of protein in your diet and staying hydrated." I asked how that made a difference. I thought I might get terribly burned because I have such fair skin get sunburned very easily. He said the burn from radiation is gradual so if you are healthy and have good nutritional habits your body is healing the damaged skin faster. He said he can tell if people are eating a good diet by how their skin is doing. He also encourages exercise and not losing weight. Trust me, I've gained a few pounds because I have not been as active the last few weeks but it is stable and will come down after radiation treatment is complete.
I am a little more tired than usual, but I only have 11 days of radiation to go and I am getting meals twice a week which is a tremendous help. It gives me a little less to do in the evening so I can get a little more sleep and also have healthy meals that promote healing.
Very encouraging news! Our bodies are amazing when we treat them right :)
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work. I'll see you next week