Chemo brain! The struggle is real
this is a comic written by a man with cancer. It is called Cancer Owl a d is based off real life experiences of cancer patientsTuesday-#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...
Hello Nancy! John and I are thinking about you this morning! The Cancer Owl comic is a great way to let us know the frustration of chemo brain, and what you are experiencing right now. You are in our hearts and prayers daily, and the prayers of several of our church prayer groups. You are a woman of great courage and determination Nancy. We admire you and love you very much. Hugs to Daniel and your mom.
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