It’s been a while to post but this hasn’t slowed me down to handling the things I have on my plate. When COVID 19 hit like so many there was a huge
concern, and still is in regard to what this virus means. It was also a
concern in what It means for people with underlying issues such as myself. When
we hit into the second month of quarantine did I move my concern to action by
reaching out to my team to get my blood work tested. My greatest fear was would
my present remission state change due to this virus? As I’m sure there are many
people worried about similar thoughts. We were at a point where for many we
could not reach our doctors for a one to one appointment, and that is scary and
frustrating for anyone with cancer. What do you do when you’re totally alone
in this or feel like you’re in it alone?
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I’ve been active on the circuit talking with other cancer
survivors during this time, and I tell you it’s been quite scary listening to
others express their feelings and for some defeat. It just proved to me how
much we truly depend on our health team of doctors, nurses, lab techs, etc. to
care for us, but when you can’t get that care when you need it exactly; well it
just forms a whole bunch of emotions and anxieties. I didn’t react right away
but after a while, I reached out to have a discussion on what should be done,
and when it was suggested to get local labs at a lab site closer to my home I
was pleased. I was pleased because I stayed vigilant asking the question and
following up. I think in cases like this some tend to feel that they should be
approached in care, and in this case that may not be the most ideal, as we are
in an unprecedented time. Which proves the case the necessity for patient advocacy.
So I end this here to say stay forceful in your treatment
process and know that you are not alone. If by any chance you don’t have a network that is strong in direction during this time, here are a few leads to
get some assistance:
Be well and stay strong!
Yolanda
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