Hello All...
I wanted to do a fast update as to where things are at since starting an entirely new treatment.
Two weeks ago Don & I met with my Oncologist (Onc) and it was then off to the infusion rooms for my normal Zometa (bone strengthener) and my first two Faslodex injections. I've always been very afraid of these injections as I've heard some pretty nasty stories about them over the years. I must say however, that the nurses at Coborns Cancer were awesome! Pain free...no, but horrid...absolutely not! My backside was a bit sore for the next two days, but honesty NOWHERE near what I thought it would be! Hallelujah! 😊
On Tuesday May 31 I started Radiation. I've been blessed with a terrific Rads Onc, and the same nurse that I've had the previous two times that I've had Rads...the joy of being a repeat customer. LOL. I have 10 sessions, one each day...for eight of those my dear friend Jeanie is taking me. For the other two days my darling sister, Barb, is taking me. Don and I are so grateful!
Because they're radiating the cancer in my neck my throat hurts terribly! It's similar to having strep throat pain. My appetite is very low because it's just too painful to eat...think swallowing over glass shards. Additionally, fatigue accompanies rads...so I'm even more exhausted than usual. I'm really not much fun these days. Upside: only 5 more radiation sessions left! YIPPEE!
After Radiation I will start the oral chemo. I have my first months supply ready and waiting...just need to wait. I'm so glad I don't have to do that along with the rads. A body can only handle so much!
As always, I feel your love and prayers...thank you so much! I have a special prayer request currently, a dear friend and form customer of mine is in the SC Hospital with Lukemia. He's getting IV chemo and we are praying that he goes into remission! Please if you could, add Dan Ness and his wife DiAnn to your prayers. Thank you! I love you all so much...Kathy 💞💞💞💞💞❤️
