It is what it is……

A Mesothelioma Blog

Welcome to my passion filled blog. Obligatory warning, may cause laughter and tears or both. Proceed with caution.

The blog (or clog - cancer log, if you like!) charts my journey following a diagnosis of Mesothelioma; an incurable cancer that most commonly occurs in the lining of body cavities, such as the pleural cavity (the sacks that hold your lungs) or the peritoneum (the sack that holds your guts). Charming eh!

I’m Helen. I’m 39 years old and live in Middlesbrough, in the beautiful North East of England (Up the Boro!!). I’m married to Mark, I have 2 daughters (Livvy 16 and Maddy 13) and Mark has a daughter (Lily 9). The purpose of this blog is just to share my thoughts, feelings and experiences when discovering, dealing and living with an incurable cancer (I’m learning as I go so bare with me….).

Helen B

Sep 26, 20212 min read

Ready to Jump

So I’m day 6 after my first Chemo cycle. My Chemo is given every 3 weeks for 18 weeks. Prior to starting chemo I was well informed by...

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Helen B

Sep 20, 20212 min read

Chemo Cycle 1 - Transition

So here we are, chemotherapy day unit. Ready, and reluctantly willing. I’ve been super nervous about today, as I suspect most people are...

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Helen B

Sep 17, 20212 min read

Terminology Overload

So the weeks after my birthday have been filled with countless coffees and visits from lots of beautiful people. During this time I...

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