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

May 20, 20232 min read

Bloody ‘eck!

So I was admitted to hospital for drainage of the ascitic fluid. I was in for just one night, and I even had a room with a view! The...

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Helen B

Apr 21, 20233 min read

When life throws you a Curveball!

Looking back on it, Cycle 1 was hell on earth. It pretty much floored me for the whole 3 weeks (and beyond!). My bloods wouldn't quite...

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Helen B

Mar 29, 20232 min read

Cycle 1. The Big Smoke

So cycle 1 is almost done, and what a few weeks it's been! A few days after treatment I ended up in hospital. I had an episode of rigors...

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