Living After Cancer

I came to NY last week because my freaking right elbow is acting out again! 😭

About 5-6 years ago, I had a total elbow replacement thanks to avascular necrosis (aka, bone death). This led to a torn tricep that *never* fully recovered despite multiple surgeries. Since then, my elbow has had this weird habit of feeling like it’s popping out, but the pain never lasted long enough to justify another surgery. My surgeon didn’t think it was a big deal, so I just learned to live with it—without any real answers. (What’s new? ☺️)

But in the last few weeks, the pain has escalated. It now feels like the whole arm/shoulder is involved, and when it ‘pops,’ I literally scream from the shock. 😖

Getting an MRI because the x-ray shows nothing and the pain is just unbearable now. Really hoping I can finally get some answers and, even more, solutions 🤞🏼🙏🏼

Oh and pls send me good vibes so I can get in this MRI without anesthesia today (only Ativan and we all know my anxiety doesn’t love this) 🥹🫶🏼

OH and did I mention my case is even more complicated because I’m apparently the first (possibly second) person EVER to get this implant? Yeah… 💔 send help hehe

UPDATE!! I did the damn thing and got the 1 hour MRI. God bless Ativan 🙌🏼

Happy National Cancer Survivors Day! 🎗️

Today is to celebrate all of those who are fighting, have survived, or have passed from cancer.

In other words, if you’ve heard the words “you have cancer” before, this day is for you.

Cancer survivorship sometimes feels harder than cancer itself (at least for me), so take a moment and celebrate all you’ve accomplished to be here today. You’re pretty badass.

Take a shot or eat some cake, you deserve it kings and queenz 🥳