Two days later on my return from a bike
ride, I have developed hives that are spreading at an alarming rate all over my
body. I worry it is related to my surgery or the implant. The anti-histamine
tablets are not working and I now have swollen, cauliflower ears. I feel
totally unattractive with my scars, jellyfish, cauliflowers, spots and flaming
red back.
I have to cancel my long awaited
girls’ weekend away. I don't feel up to travelling and would need a very big
hat to cover my scarlet face, neck and ears. I'm holding back tears as I
call my pals. I am vile and grumpy all day to my long-suffering husband.
He retreats to the TV. I am deeply fed up and bored of not feeling normal -
this does feel like a new low point and I'm really uncomfortable. Yet, I am
acutely aware that I have only an inkling of what cancer-sufferers who undergo
radiotherapy and chemo treatment experience and the huge reserves of resilience
they must have to draw on.
Giles is not sure what the rash is
caused by, but reassures me it is not symptomatic of an infection. I visit my
GP after two days with no respite from the rash. She is sympathetic but has no
insight as to what has caused the allergic reaction.
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