Let's see, it's been a couple of weeks since I posted an update as there really hasn't been much to post about. On September 13th, Jim and I flew out to Phoenix for a much needed vacation. It was planned about a year ago, but the timing couldn't have been more perfect. We had a wonderful time. It was nice and hot, we saw great scenery, had prickly pear ice cream, and just relaxed. The best part was that there were no doctor appointments and we could almost forget about the cancer for the week.
Last week, I had my colonoscopy to make sure that the issues that I have been having with my colitis weren't anything major. Thankfully they aren't and it is really seeming like the addition of a new med is helping. I've only been on it since Saturday and I am seeing major improvement. Most importantly, the searing pain that I've been in has lessened considerably.
So that brings us to today and the start of chemo. I'm not feeling stressed about it per se, but my emotions are a bit off, if that makes any sense. I have to be at the hospital at 8:30 for blood work and then I meet with the Physicians Assistant. I'm a little concerned about meeting with her. I've only dealt with PAs twice, and the first time was a really bad experience filled with some not quite accurate information, so I'm still a bit apprehensive about their abilities. I guess, that just like there are doctors that aren't good, you'll have the same with PAs and I need to quit judging them all by the one.
After the two appointments (and they are scheduled back to back), I start my chemo. It seems that they do the first chemo very slowly, so I will be there all day. Thankfully Jim will be with me. We'll also need to be kept separate from the rest of the patients. For some reason, people think that bringing animals in to hospitals is a good thing. Unfortunately, for someone that is majorly allergic to dogs, this can be very dangerous. But, I'm beginning to think that people don't think logically anymore when it comes to animals. Okay, rant over about that :)
So that's all that is going on. I'll post about how chemo went in the next couple of days. I'm a bit curious as to how my body will react.
Oh and for those of you following Bloom County, I am one of those neanderthals that put two spaces after a period when I type.
Hugs Michelle. I hope everything goes to plan and that the day passes slowly. I am glad Jim will be with you. I hope that meeting the PA goes well too.
ReplyDeleteHope everything goes well for you! Never heard of bringing animals to the hospital. Must be something new? There were no animals in the cancer center here at Fargo when my husband started his chemo. I also put two spaces after a period. We were taught to do that way back in the 50's and 60's in typing classes!
ReplyDeleteWell, this new chapter in your life will give you something to talk about! Keep the faith and hang in there! God bless you and be with you!