Category: medication

Sharing my cancer story. It might be helpful, it might be interesting, it might be informative.

  • Exercise and carcinoid syndrome

    Last summer, in 2021 at the age of 43, I decided I needed to do something to be in better shape. I was feeling flabby and tired, and although enjoying the long golden afternoon of adulthood, being very aware it is a one-way street. That November I found a used treadmill and TV on Craigslist,…

  • My first shot

    Today I had my first shot of Sandostatin LAR Depot. I learned a lot! Firstly: I didn’t realize that they no longer allow accompanying children in the clinic. My almost-10-year-old-daughter came along to keep me company but then she had to stay in the waiting room the whole time. I felt bad for her, but…