Author Archives: Philip

Jane here, giving an update. I say oh dear because we heard today that the jejunostomy is now not possible – because of too much inflammation from the original scar, the radiotherapy and the cancer itself. This was a bit … Continue reading →

Yes, it’s true! At 7pm tonight, Philip was finally linked up using TPN (total parenteral nutrition), so he is now getting some real nourishment. This is a temporary solution until Monday, when the doctor will discuss with the surgeons the … Continue reading →

Jane speaking: Sitting at Philip’s bedside in the ward, waiting for the doctor to visit. I was shopping for new pyjamas for Philip in Sainsbury’s when a call came from the nurse. ‘He’s going for his endoscopy now, not waiting … Continue reading →

‘Radiotherapy and starvation don’t really go very well together’. So says Gamma Ray Man, aka Raj the Radiologist. I (Jane) burst out laughing. Yet another example of black humour. Philip has been admitted to hospital in Aberdeen, this time for … Continue reading →

A friend asked me: “Why are the doctors not giving You intravenous nutrients?” Here’s what I told her: “They told us yesterday (and last week) that they will feed me intravenously if necessary; currently I am still able to digest … Continue reading →