A biopsy is the removal of bodily tissue to diagnosis various medical conditions. Some biopsies are more invasive than others. Over the course of my life I’ve had samples of my bone marrow, heart, liver, muscles and uterus removed from my body for further study. My first experience with biopsies was when I was six months old. It was [...]
I was going to write a post that was an upbeat examination of salvage treatment, focussing on the role of the doctors and scientists who work so hard to create treatment options and cures where previously there were none. Their ingenuity and tenacity inspires hope where there wasn’t any before. However, during the past year [...]
Somehow, almost beyond my belief, a whole year has passed since I had my heart transplant. Today is my new heart’s first birthday. It’s been a long year, and writing that feels like a major understatement. One of the things that helps me cope during times of incredible stress is the healing power of music. [...]
