In remission.

Start with walking. Light resistance training by week 4-6 post-chemo. No heavy lifting for 6 weeks after surgery. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week. Listen to your body — fatigue is real, and it's not linear. Some days are better. Some aren't.

Anti-inflammatory everything. Lean proteins, leafy greens, berries, nuts. 2.5-3 litres of water a day. Mediterranean diet patterns. Your liver worked hard during chemo — help it recover. Turmeric, ginger, green tea.

Your liver took a hit. None for 3-6 months post-chemo, minimum. After that — less is more. Alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen. That fact hits different now.

The anxiety before every test is normal — they call it scanxiety. Consider therapy. Journaling helps. Talk to other survivors. The fear never fully leaves, but it gets quieter. You are not your diagnosis.

7-9 hours minimum. Post-chemo fatigue can last months. Cool room, no screens before bed, consistent schedule. Sleep is when your body repairs itself. Protect it.

Magnesium — chemo depletes it. 400mg glycinate daily. Vitamin D — 2000-4000 IU, get your levels checked. Omega-3 for inflammation. CoQ10 for energy. Always discuss with your doctor first.

If you've had bleomycin, you carry this for life. Before any surgery or anaesthesia, tell the team. High-concentration oxygen can cause fatal lung damage. Carry a medical alert card. No exceptions, ever.

Check testosterone at 6 months, then annually. Semen analysis at 12-18 months post-chemo. If you banked — keep it stored. Fertility often returns. Be patient with yourself.

Chemo increases long-term heart risk. Monitor blood pressure, cholesterol, and metabolic markers every year. Exercise is the best protection. Don't ignore unusual chest pain, breathlessness, or numbness.