So many of my supporters want to know what is happening in my cancer journey. We created a blog in to keep everyone updated. Please visit this blog for the latest updates and communications. We will still try to answer private email and text as much as possible but please understand when we cannot promptly respond.
Tuesday-#2 infusion
Tuesday was my second chemo infusion but it almost didn't happen. My white blood cell count (WBC) had dropped from a 7 to 1.9 since the first infusion. The decision was made to proceed with chemo but the followup with a Neulesta shot on Thursday to promote bone marrow growth. The side effect-bone pain :( Also, I have to become more of a hermit and avoid places with lots of people and exposure to germs. Hard to do when I work with students and the public on a daily basis. Today I get unhooked from the chemo pump and then receive the shot. Also, on Tuesday I experienced an allergic reaction to the chemo. I became very sleepy but also trippy feeling, couldn't speak very well or had to concentrate on my words, and lost bladder control. Now, I must take some pre meds before chemo and while wearing the pump to keep that from happening in the future. So far no noticeable hair loss but found out it might take another couple weeks to show up. On Tuesday I did receive a very n
Hi Nancy,
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update. I know you have had to had a great deal of courage to face what you are going through. It's been a blessing to lift you in prayer and I am hoping that your health will improve very soon!