So its been almost a week since seeing the Oncologist and I am acting like I have a medical degree...(overnight) You know I wrote down all the questions to ask (Thanks to Sue) and had myself set to machine gun fire questions at the doctor. Then after being poked and prodded in places I wasn't excited about...I walked away with more questions. Nothing so significant that I need to run up to UAMS and ask but...none the less.
DAMN HPV....you sure do create problems! My biggest question is....Was this missed over the last year of craptastic procedures and surgeries? Or is this new within the last 6 mos since recheck? Nobody has given me an answer to that, maybe they are afraid I will place blame. All I heard the other day was that is a derivative of the HPV. I guess there isn't an answer to be had or no one wants to say...but at least it was caught and caught early.
Still nervous about what will happen after but trying to breathe everyday and know what is in my control and what isn't. Being nervous for what will happen isn't in my control...or at least it hasn't been as yet. I tend to make myself nervous about the stupid things....not the chemo or radiation but...when is it happening and will I still be able to do this or that...although I am nervous about the actual surgery, I am trying to not watch Discovery Health or search surgery horror stories...that can just freak you out!
Everybody has a opinion on having your teen vaccinated against HPV, I say do it! I wouldn't be where I am right now if the vaccination was around back then.... But like I said...That's my opinion.
Totally on board with having young teens vaccinated for HPV. I wish it had been available for me since I was on same track as you, luckily my Kolopus oncologist got mine stopped one step earlier than yours is now. Some doctors recommend that teen boys get the vaccine too. I think its a shame this vaccine can prevent this disease and some parents refuse to protect their children. As for you questions write them down and call his office...don't stay Quiet Andrew worry. YOU are your biggest advocate for your health. No stupid questions. And you have some good ones. Queen of the Worry Squad.
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