December 22, 2023- Prep for radiation

December 22, 2023
My pain was a 5 last night and I didn’t get much sleep. 
Pain kept shooting down my leg. 
9:30- Had an appointment with Radiologist Dr Nguyen this morning. 
They placed spots where I will be getting spot  radiation. This will take the pain away my ribs and back. It will be done right after my surgery. I know they have me booked for surgery on Wednesday Dec 27th however they also have me on an emergency waiting list. 


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