sunkist1220's Journey with Papillary Carcinoma, Thyroid Cancer

In isolation for 72 hours after receiving RAI treatment yesterday. So far, so good with minimal transient side effects. Worst part is being cooped up until Sunday evening, but really, it could be so much worse! I have a wonderful supportive family and friends who are truly incredible. Due to a glitch in my doctor's office I have been on this low iodine diet for 11 weeks now, so needless to say, I can't wait to have a good meal.......my wish list: fried chicke, mac and cheese and ice cream or cake for dessert!

As soon as I am done with my full body scan next week, I will change physicians. Have not seen the endo I am with since initial visit almost 3 months ago and he and his office staff seem very cold and uncaring to me. It has been a source of additional stress which I figure can't be doing me any good. I don't know how difficult it will be to find a new endo who will accept me after starting with another doc but I will do my best.

I finally found a wonderful endocrinologist, who is knowledgeable, personable, and explains everything! I have to travel over an hour to get to his office, but, wow, is he worth the extra inconvenience!!!!!