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Had a bath and shave - my beard is only growing in a few places thanks to the chemo, but at least I don't have to shave my head as that hair appears to have stopped growing but not fallen out. Put on some clean clothes. Then I got out to the Co-Op again for some groceries, still out of breath during short distances. I really miss going down to the Ocean Terminal mall where they have an M & S. I used to be able to walk there and back even though it is uphill all the way back, but no chance with my current health.
But at least the wind has changed and is no longer blowing in from the sea - much milder today. I've got a few windows open and am able to turn off the heating. Still got my hot water bottle but at least the house will be fresher.
That is good. Same here.
I am like you with hot water bottle's, they are a comfort.
So glad that you were able to go out. you.
Had a bath and shave - my beard is only growing in a few places thanks to the chemo, but at least I don't have to shave my head as that hair appears to have stopped growing but not fallen out. Put on some clean clothes. Then I got out to the Co-Op again for some groceries, still out of breath during short distances. I really miss going down to the Ocean Terminal mall where they have an M & S. I used to be able to walk there and back even though it is uphill all the way back, but no chance with my current health.
But at least the wind has changed and is no longer blowing in from the sea - much milder today. I've got a few windows open and am able to turn off the heating. Still got my hot water bottle but at least the house will be fresher.
How about a mobility scooter Ffosse, then you could tootle about all over the place!
That is good. Same here.
I am like you with hot water bottle's, they are a comfort.
So glad that you were able to go out. you.
My chemo is causing problems with my feet and when they get warm in the night they start to itch. I’ve tried all kinds of ointments but the only way I seem to be able to stop the itching is to fill a hot water bottle with cold water and put it between my feet! It not nice but I then stand a chance of getting back to sleep!
Dreamy you MUST claim PIP.
You will then be able to get a scooter on the mobility scheme.
People of all ages use them. You will be able to have a ring bolt to secure it outside. My BIL did this.
Although I'm self-employed, I think my health conditions may make me eligible for PIP. I will look into this. But I doubt I'd be able to secure the scooter outside, and it would be too big for the stair.