The side effects are starting earlier and earlier each round apparently. Pretty nauseous today and my bowels aren't too happy either. Ah well. This will pass. In other news, I'm still in need of drivers next week on Wednesday. Any takers? I'll post round 5 (!!!!) dates this weekend.
Would you rather…
... be so constipated that you poop a couple of deer pellets every 4 days or be so nauseous that any position besides horizontal will do? Tough choice, huh? Side note: That link does NOT go to a photo of poop, rather a podcast that talks about the Bristol Stool Scale and other interesting poop … Continue reading Would you rather…
Halfway Done & Coming Clean
Yesterday completed the 3rd day of my 3rd round of chemo. Woo-freakin'-hoo! The chemo side effects are noticeably cumulative. Post-cisplatin was the worst I've felt of all the rounds. The nausea is overwhelming, even with the medication from my doc and the medical marijuana. I have a follow-up with the doc tomorrow, so I will … Continue reading Halfway Done & Coming Clean
Doing Okay
Yesterday was not bad. Definitely tired and nauseous. Today is more of the same. Trying to manage the nausea as best as possible. About time for a nap.
Set Backs & Progress
I'll start with the bad news first. If you're a "But I like Good News first" sort of person, scroll to the bottom. "Ha ha ha," my body taunted, "you go ahead and keep making plans, and I'll keep reminding you how absolutely fruitless that will be." Chemo has been postponed a week since my … Continue reading Set Backs & Progress
Wiped. Out.
Round 2 is going well. Better than Round 1, because there are less unknowns. Nausea pops in and out, but I've got it largely under control. Mostly, I just feel like I've hit a wall. I'm eating what I can but I'm still so full from the IP. Thank goodness for Instant Breakfast. Time for … Continue reading Wiped. Out.
Finding a rhythm
Yesterday was a hard day. I woke up already nauseous and, like pain, once you're behind it, it's tough to get back ahead. It took most of the morning to get myself in order, but I eventually rallied for a quick visit from my in-laws and a trainer session with one of my girlfriends. I was able … Continue reading Finding a rhythm
Doing better
I rallied yesterday afternoon and have been feeling much better. Nausea is managed and I've got an appetite. Still super fatigued.
Two days after
Feeling a bit more nauseous today with a fair amount of gas pain. Managing as best I can. Thank goodness my bed is gloriously comfortable.
Good Days & Bad Days
My bowels continue to be a source of frustration. I have to keep reminding myself that while I look pretty darn okay on the outside, there's a whole lot more healing on the inside. That being said, each day has been different. The newness of being home has worn off, and I'm trying to contend … Continue reading Good Days & Bad Days
All I can Do is Smile 