......how many times have I had to say that this week?!?
Ok, so to put it plainly, the reason I’m writing this blog is because I have cancer. It’s not a way for extra attention or sympathy, more a way to keep up to date with people and keep in touch with the world. Also, I hope I can show that while it isn’t going to be easy I can remain positive and still find the good things in life!! (although I’m sure I’ll probably still have my moments of utter despair!)
I’ve been having problems with my tongue for a little while now and after a referral to the hospital and numerous tests they confirmed that it is cancer. I have a fairly large tumour on my tongue which will be removed next week! I’ll write an update on the procedure when i know a little more about it myself! The good news is that the cancer hasn’t really spread any further. There is some chance that it could be spreading to my lymph nodes so they’re getting removed too as a precaution!! Then it will be on to some kind of therapy depending on the results of the tests done after the op.
I guess the strangest and hardest part was just not expecting to have mouth cancer at all, let alone at the age of 23. I don’t think I know anyone else my age who has had cancer and the reaction I get from most people is shock. It goes to show really that you can never predict these things. I read that you’re most likely to get mouth cancer if you are; over 45, male, a heavy smoker, or heavy drinker. Well, I’m none of those things yet here I am!
Anyway, enough for now but please do keep reading and i’ll try and update as much as possible!!
Much love xx
