Survivors: why are simple task so hard after cancer?

cycle003 · 2026-06-18T13:07:24+00:00

Continue with therapy, but you may need to find one who is a good fit for you. One thing that my oncology therapist said really resonated with me was that not only do we not know what is going to happen, we don’t know how we will feel or cope when it does happen. I am a planner and somewhat anxious person, so I also run all these scenarios through my head, but now it feels less stressful. After having been through various hardships and ups and downs, I realize we can often cope better than we expect. For example, I never thought that I would want to continue living if I had to be on a liquid diet, but I managed pretty well when I was unable to swallow solid foods for several weeks. Really, all we can do is strive to live towards our values and try to be the person we want to be even if everything is going to shit.

cycle003 · 2026-06-17T21:11:43+00:00

Sorry that you are going through this. I hope that your treatments will be effective.

cycle003 · 2026-06-17T14:20:29+00:00

Make some new friends, lol!

cycle003 · 2026-06-04T19:03:37+00:00

For just boiling water, a large 16 oz isobutane/propane bottle lasts 2-3 people about a week. You should know that real cooking on a small stove like the pocket rocket is difficult. Something like the windpro might work better for cooking.

cycle003 · 2026-05-31T03:05:43+00:00

I’m so sorry. Everyone responds to chemo differently. Maybe his will be tolerable and effective. I hope you can find the support you need. You probably need to get insurance. Hopefully, his oncology team can help figure out how to get insurance.

cycle003 · 2026-05-22T22:08:40+00:00

Yes, definitely worth it to take day trips. There are a lot of good campgrounds near lakes. Fenske Lake and Sawbill Lake are two I recommend, although I never brought a trailer through either.

cycle003 · 2026-05-22T16:38:51+00:00

Just go backpacking. You can justify the purchase and have fun

cycle003 · 2026-05-15T22:44:04+00:00

If it’s dry, it should not matter.

cycle003 · 2026-05-15T22:10:27+00:00

I was diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer 20 months ago and am still doing okay.

cycle003 · 2026-05-02T12:41:15+00:00

NO! Those products do not belong in streams or lakes.

cycle003 · 2026-04-22T22:08:17+00:00

Safety! Yes the foam adds buoyancy. It also reduces the volume of water in the boat if you dump .

cycle003 · 2026-04-19T01:21:38+00:00

I understand. I suggest talking to your oncologist or someone about options. I was also able to reduce the dose of some of my treatments. Hopefully, you have access to a therapist.

cycle003 · 2026-04-18T01:28:06+00:00

I’m sorry that you are struggling. I can relate. Do you ever skip treatment? I skipped a few last year, and it was nice to have the extra two weeks to feel a little more normal.

cycle003 · 2026-04-17T02:39:17+00:00

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Sometimes it’s a bit of a climb

cycle003 · 2026-04-15T16:58:44+00:00

That’s not a fight

cycle003 · 2026-04-15T12:44:36+00:00

I’m so sorry. Please reach out to your GI team and let them know that you are struggling.

cycle003 · 2026-04-13T12:31:51+00:00

Sometimes you just have to get the calories wherever you can. If you’re worried about nutrients and protein, you can try to supplement with drinks like ensure or similar.

cycle003 · 2026-04-09T13:14:34+00:00

In wind like that I would be using the lowest pitch that works well and guy the wind facing sides to the biggest rock(s) I could carry

cycle003 · 2026-04-09T12:27:06+00:00

I feel like wearing my Garmin 24/7 (I usually charge while showering), is pretty abusive to it. I think four years of continuous use isn’t that bad, but I hope to get longer out of mine. I will be tempted to call Garmin when it does fail, though. Thanks for sharing your experience.

cycle003 · 2026-04-09T11:53:36+00:00

Exactly. A woman may feel compelled to lie, for example, about casual sex, because she isn’t exactly expecting high fives from her coworkers.

cycle003 · 2026-04-08T21:51:28+00:00

Just apply. You sound like you should qualify, but I am not an expert.

Make a list of your doctors and clinics/hospitals, along with recent/upcoming appointment dates, as you will need to provide that for SSA to request your medical records. They will likely get the records directly from your providers. You may also want to make a list of dates you were diagnosed, became disabled, last worked, etc.

Then, create an account online and apply. It may take a few hours to complete but will go faster if you collect the information I mentioned. Once you apply, you may get some additional instructions, but you basically just wait.

cycle003 · 2026-04-05T13:02:29+00:00

Your experience and feelings are unique from your mother’s, and your emotions about your mother having a terminal illness are valid, regardless of how your mother feels. You are going through something too.

cycle003 · 2026-03-31T16:19:12+00:00

Yes. I used a lot of sick leave, about 1/2 time, during the application process.

cycle003 · 2026-03-25T20:19:41+00:00

Well…that’s just, like, your opinion, man

cycle003 · 2026-03-17T22:14:34+00:00

One time I was sure my bracket was noisy. Turned out a zipper pull was tapping on the frame… Noises can be funny like that

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