As stated when I first started this post, I had 45 lymph nodes removed from the right side of my neck on July 11th. I've been terrified and full of anxiety every since. My financial status is adding more stress. I am not able to go back to work (being a teacher, my voice is not working correctly), and the bill collectors are calling non-stop.
I was told 4 weeks ago I need to have a dentist check my mouth before the radiation. I understand all of that but when you don't have dental insurance and already are in a financial hurricane, it doesn't help. I've exhausted all resources in trying to help me in this situation and was told again by my oncologist today they will not proceed with radiation until I have a written release from the dentist and any dental problems taken care of. WELL, this is the last straw. I have absolutely had it. If the cancer kills me, so be it. I am going to take my chances and not do the radiation. I am tired, and I've cried enough over all this. I've had so many meltdowns, the stress is probably only increasing the cancer cells. SO, I'M NOT DOING THE RADIATION. FINAL! I am going to just live my life the best I can.
I posted this because I want to know if anyone else refused the radiation? If so, please contact me or email me at dis5347@hotmail.com
Thank you all for the many replies