Sorry it's been awhile for an update. My two weeks off were nice. I was able to go to a wedding and a few other activities. I was still tired, but not as much as before.
Thursday was a marathon day at Loyola. I was there for 8 1/2 hours. I met with the Dr. and discussed the new treatment schedule. Then I was in bed getting the medicine and being observed for over 6 hours. I will be getting Herceptin every week. That takes an hour. Every other week I will get the Taxol, another chemo drug, that takes 3 hours to administer.
I had a wonderful Friday. I had energy and felt great. I got a shot at Loyola ( a white blood count booster) in the late afternoon.
Saturday was a little tough. My arthritic knees started to act up. I had difficulty sleeping because the pain was so great. Sunday I iced my knees but still am struggling with walking and pain. I think this might be from the shot. Joint pain is a side effect.
So each day is a new adventure in how my body will handle all this. Lots of surprises. Keep praying for patience and strength for me. I think I need that most!
Thanks for all your support during this long journey!
Karen
Karen
Hi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI'll be praying for much strength and patience as you begin this new round of treatment. I'm so glad you got a break for two weeks and you felt better. There will be an end to this - you will feel much better!!
Love, Ellen
Hi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI missed hearing from you these past couple of weeks but hoped that you were so busy enjoying the last couple of weeks of summer and your "time off" that you didn't need to write. The last leg of the journey is just beginning. Look how far you've come already. I pray that your adventures are enriching and not draining and that the days ahead have plenty of sweetness (and good sleep) in them.
Take care!
Sue
Hi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI think of you daily. Will be in Chicago next week and hope you are at school when I come---want to see you and give you a hug. Praying for God's grace/peace/love in the midst of all your days.
Much love! judy smith
Thanks for keeping us all updated. Sounds like they are being extra careful with everything regarding your treatment. Wedding sounds like fun. Glad you were able to go. Keep counting the weeks and the days. Each one is progress. We pray for days of feeling good as well as healing. Love Herm and Karen
ReplyDeleteHey Karen...
ReplyDeleteThinking of you often & hoping things are going better for you. We missed you at school last week but always know that you are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. Here's to sunnier days ahead!
Debbie B.