CHEMO #3 DAY BY DAY - 1
Thursday -- Day 1
9:45am
I rushed to send out a promised work email when my mother-in-law arrived to drive me.
I ran downstairs and applied the wonderful numbing cream to my port and covered it with press-and-seal to allow it time to soak in before they stuck me.
10:40am
I was called back for my pre-check. They draw blood and weigh you. I lost a couple pounds! WooHoo!!
The nurse had some issues and it was not comfortable. I hope I get my old nurse next time.
11:00am
I met with the doctor. He said my white blood cell count was wonderful, even on the high side. This is good news as any infection during chemo could be serious.
I asked about my fatigue being more than I expected. He confirmed that it is because I have chosen to not take steroids. I didn't want the weight gain or insomnia, so it is a reasonable trade.
11:30am
I found my seat and settled in. Since I forgot both my phone and Kindle in the rush, I needed some reading material. I picked up a book from the borrow library in the corner of the room, The story of Elizabeth Smart.
11:45am
I was hooked up and Josette was off to lunch with here friends so I dove into the book. It is interesting how much of the book is talking about their Mormon faith. I've been curious about it, so I like this way of learning.
12:15pm
I ate the PB sandwich I brought with me and felt much much more tired than I had in the past. I took a nap without my blanket... because I forgot that too!!
2:00pm
Josette returned, I finished, and she brought me home
3:30pm
My dad came over to visit. I miss and love him so much. Our relationship spark has been one of the GOOD things about my breast cancer. I hope he does that more often. I had enough energy to make some chili. Since no one in my family eats it but me I sent him off with half.
5:00pm
The fatigue hit. It hurt to walk up the stairs. I spent the evening on the couch and felt some nausea kick in.
9:00pm
I headed to bed to work on my blog. My lips are getting really dry so I put on some medicated Blistex. The Phenergan is kicking in now. Time for night night.
Thursday -- Day 1
9:45am
I rushed to send out a promised work email when my mother-in-law arrived to drive me.
I ran downstairs and applied the wonderful numbing cream to my port and covered it with press-and-seal to allow it time to soak in before they stuck me.
10:40am
I was called back for my pre-check. They draw blood and weigh you. I lost a couple pounds! WooHoo!!
The nurse had some issues and it was not comfortable. I hope I get my old nurse next time.
11:00am
I met with the doctor. He said my white blood cell count was wonderful, even on the high side. This is good news as any infection during chemo could be serious.
I asked about my fatigue being more than I expected. He confirmed that it is because I have chosen to not take steroids. I didn't want the weight gain or insomnia, so it is a reasonable trade.
11:30am
I found my seat and settled in. Since I forgot both my phone and Kindle in the rush, I needed some reading material. I picked up a book from the borrow library in the corner of the room, The story of Elizabeth Smart.
11:45am
I was hooked up and Josette was off to lunch with here friends so I dove into the book. It is interesting how much of the book is talking about their Mormon faith. I've been curious about it, so I like this way of learning.
12:15pm
I ate the PB sandwich I brought with me and felt much much more tired than I had in the past. I took a nap without my blanket... because I forgot that too!!
2:00pm
Josette returned, I finished, and she brought me home
3:30pm
My dad came over to visit. I miss and love him so much. Our relationship spark has been one of the GOOD things about my breast cancer. I hope he does that more often. I had enough energy to make some chili. Since no one in my family eats it but me I sent him off with half.
5:00pm
The fatigue hit. It hurt to walk up the stairs. I spent the evening on the couch and felt some nausea kick in.
9:00pm
I headed to bed to work on my blog. My lips are getting really dry so I put on some medicated Blistex. The Phenergan is kicking in now. Time for night night.
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