Just wanted to update you on the past week. My counts were good when I saw the oncologist on Monday. My wound is slowly healing but because it is so deep, the surgeon still wants it packed 3 times a day. I will only need a nurse twice a week instead of daily. Tim will do the other packing. I'm now on an oral antibiotic which is much easier than the infusion 3 times a day.
The best part is that I am feeling so much better. I have more energy and interest in doing things again! The surgeon thinks that infection was brewing for awhile and so when I felt so awful it wasn't only the chemo affecting me. I still need a nap, but that's not so bad. I will have chemo again on Monday and another marathon day at Loyola. I'm praying that this dose will be as easy as the last!
I continue to be grateful for all the wonderful ways that you have helped and supported me through all this. It's not over, but only 3 treatments left. We'll deal with radiation later!
The sun has started to shine and the trick or treaters should be here soon!
Take Care,
Karen
This is the best you sounded for a long time! It is good to hear you are feeling better. Only a few more weeks to go. We'll be praying that they will be easy for you. Love, Karen and Herm
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to hear that you are feeling better. You needed some good news! Hang in there and keep up the good work! We think of you often.
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Counting down with you Karen. Would love to see you. Let me know when you're ready for me:) Sue
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice to see the words, "...only 3 treatments left." It's also good news that the infection was making you feel bad and not just the chemo. Hopefully, that means the last 3 treatments will be a lot easier! My prayers are with you every day. Love, Kaaren M.
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