Three weeks down and three to go – not counting surgery or extended chemo – both of which are still possible. Well- not excessively tired or nauseous. Falling into a pattern. Radiation every day at 7:45. Chemo every Wednesday. Nausea begins late Friday or on Saturday and lasts until Monday night. So, a couple of days reprieve here and there. I have been able to eat so am not having any acute problems with that. However, as sure as I was that it wouldn’t bother me – I was wrong – my hair is starting to fall out and it saddens me. Have so enjoyed having my hair up after so many years of a really short hair cut. Not sure yet what will happen. It is not coming out all at once like it did with chemo the last time . . .so maybe I won’t lose it all, maybe it will take a long time . . .all maybes.
Had pulmonary function tests last Friday to determine if surgery is a possibility. Will be discussing that around the fifth week. Don’t even know the extent of the surgery yet but feeling less apprehensive as time is going on. Actually feeling pretty calm about this whole ordeal – considering. Having a few of the side effects of radiation – sometimes it feels like there is a lump in my throat and swallowing is odd. That is due to the esophagus also being irradiated and there is some irritation. The skin on my back is darkening a little. However, there is no real pain or discomfort. I do have an occasional cough. All told, so far so good. I have been told that effects are cumulative so we’ll just keep on keeping on.
I am feeling incredibly cared for. Ang’s Mom Debbie and my sister are making sure that I have lots of good food available . . .fewer cooking chores are really appreciated and I am feeling so pampered. I am enjoying seeing people. Life is good!
oh, mamacita. love you too much. will be glad to see you soon, let me know if I should bring any fun hair dye or accessories to entertain ourselves with 😉
Hang in there. You’ll be through it before you know it. Thinking of you always.
I love your positive attitude. We’re all rooting for you
That is a drag about the hair, but probably expected. And remember, it does grow back. …… Sometimes better than before. Your attitude sounds great. I am so glad you feel so cared for and loved. 3 down, 3 to go. Thanks again for keeping us updated. From a distance, we send much love.
Thank all of you for your kind thoughts. I look forward to hearing from everyone. And thank those of you who pushed me to write this – it really does help to post everything in one place and not have to worry about missing someone or not feeling up to writing . . . and there have been moments. I’m writing this on Monday when I am once more looking forward to breakfast and the day!!!!!!