Haha Long Live Movicol !! It is a lesson I learnt fairly early on Dai as I am on large doses of morphine as well But oh the joy of success is a wonderful feeling and to have working taste buds too!! You must be in seventh heaven long may it last!!! love Bridget x

Hi Min I hope Peter is not feeling so rough today . I can understand Peter wanting to be at home , especially when he is feeling lousy, but he must know by now that you know where is the best place to get better Silly boy !! He must have forgotten who is boss love Bridget x

Thankyou everyone your hugs and kind thoughts are very much appreciated. My lovely father-in-law slipped away in the early hours of this morning whilst sleeping He didnt make it home sadly but at least his wife was able to be with him all the time and children and grandchildren were able to say goodbye too My in-laws met when they were 15 and I…[Read more]

Thankyou everyone it helps a lot not to feel alone The good news this morning is he is awake and talking and has even had a cup of tea!! I know this may not mean any change in the long run but just shows how strong a character he is My mother-in-law stayed with him last night but as he was so much better this morning she has felt able to pop home…[Read more]

Hi Jet thankyou its good to see whats happening out there ! love Bridget x

Hi Dai I think its a brilliant idea and thankyou for running with it Yes you are worth it and as you say THINK BIG and baby steps will get the job done love Bridget x ps I have no artistic talent but I could be a cloakroom chic !!

Hi Chrissie sorry I didnt understand at first Oramorph is horrible I cant take it either but it might still be worth asking about alternatives like patches or slow release morphine I have found they are very good at seeking a solution once they realise how miserable pain is making your life Has there been any suggestion of radiotherapy for his…[Read more]

Hi Chrissie I can understand how hard it must be for you to watch your husband having to go through treatment and there is a time where yhings seem worse But this is usually because they need to hit the caner cells hard to get rid if as many as possible as quickly as possible If he is now going to have Velcade I would think they must be reasonably…[Read more]

Hi no wonder you are in shock it is devastating to get the diagnosis of cancer and it does take time to sink inBut during these early days of your mums treatment you will begin to come to terms with it as you get more info .Myeloma is a very individual cancer so your mum will probably have several tests and scans to see if there is evidence of…[Read more]

Hi Johnsounds ike you have solved the myster your self but you are so right we all wonder if its the dreaded mm rearing its ugly head !! You could always try playing the piano sorry silly joke love Bridget

Dear Gina sorry mum is feeling lousy , she must be worn out and you too with worry But at least she is in the best place to get treatment and a couple of days on iv fluids and antibiotics will have her back on form She seems such a lively lady I cant imagine her being down for long Please give her my best wishes and hoping she get well very soon…[Read more]

Hi Gill hope this rotten bit doesnt last too long for Stephen Make sure you are looking after yourself too and eating your lovely dinners love to you and Stephen Bridget x

Hi Min good to hear things are better this week and I hope all goes well with the Thalidomide I saw your grandaughters pics on facebook looked like a good party!! Bet she was glad you went love Bridget x

Hi Vicki welcome you have come to the right place for answers and support on here they are a great bunch!! Great to hear your dad is getting good care it always helps Try and take things one step at a time its such a lot to take in The life expectancy figures are very general and often a bit cautious 60 , isnt old and with all the new treaments…[Read more]

Hi Sarah tell him from me its really not bad easiest op I ever had and back on your feet in no time !!!xx

Morning Sarah definitely a happy day Has Gordons hip gone because of the steroid treatment ? Thats what happened to me , I had a right hip replaced in 2008 , best thing ever the pain just goes and it doesnt take long to recover Mine even survived being thrown down a manhole!!They will make sure there is minimal danger of bleeding but I suppose…[Read more]

Hi Shona I think the helpline will be able to put your mind at rest There is often a time when treatment leaves you feeling very poorly but it does get better If mums not eating much try smalll portions of anything she fancies as her taste may be off too Look forward to hearing from you soon love Bridget ps I like madcat just seems rude for ,me…[Read more]

Hi Madcat?? Sorry to hear your mum is having problems Its a bit hard to comment really though as the doctors have all the relevant facts Can I suggest you ring the helpline on here they all have medical background and you would be able to tell them everything I have swollen ankles due to water retention but no rash In my case the steroids seem to…[Read more]

Haha Tom I notice you didnt say Onwards and Upwards to Shirley !! x