What a beautiful day it was today. Finally some warmer, dry weather.
It's time for that weekly update. Monday I saw the infectious disease Dr. who is in charge of my antibiotics. He was pleased with the healing of the wound and prescribed one more week of antibiotics. The only concern is that when you are on chemo, an infection can occur with minimal warning. We'll pray that doesn't happen!
Next on to the cancer center and a blood draw. My visit with the oncologist went well. Good counts again. I checked into the chemo lab at 3:30 and checked with them several times because my treatment lasts for 4 hrs. At 5:30 the head nurse came out and said they wouldn't have time to treat me. Big disappointment!! I went back on Tuesday and had the chemo and herceptin. My Dr. made a special point of coming to see me and letting me know that will never happen again. My patience level is definitely being tested!!
After Loyola, I went to the Rehabilitation Center for the lymphodema that has developed in my left arm and hand. I will have to go to therapy 3x a week until they get it under control. More
appointments. Oh, joy!
I was back at Loyola on Wednesday to get my shot. Still more tired than usual, but much better than when the infection was brewing. I'm grateful for that!
Thanks for checking in!
Karen
You are doing great...I love your POSITIVE attitude even with all the different challenges that you face each day! Know that I think of you and am looking FORWARD to the end of this process with you! Enjoy the day today, it's going to be beautiful! Love, Nancy E.
ReplyDeleteYou are doing a great job keeping us all informed of your progress and generally what is going on. I like these blogs! You sound more positive. Glad you had a beautiful day in Chicago! Karen D.
ReplyDeleteKaren,
ReplyDeleteWhen I look up the word "Exemplary" in the dictionary...there is a picture of you. Your grace, patience and positive attitude are pulling you through this very difficult journey.
I remember my sister sharing a story with me about you and Dan and a friend of his at a McDonalds. You gave a homeless person a gift certificate and you asked the boys why they should do this and I believe Dan replied, "Because it's the loving thing to do." We shared that story with Ellen and use that phrase many, many times when we are faced with a difficult decision. You have made such an impact on so many and you continue to do so now.
We are thinking of you every day!
Fondly,
Carol D.
Dear Karen,
ReplyDeleteEverytime I read your blog I shake my head in wonder. You have handled everything thrown at you so well. Keep it up; my prayers are with you.
Love, Karen M.
Hi Karen,
ReplyDeleteI hope you've had a good week. You've probably had another treatment by now and I hope that this time everything went smoothly. Praying for good news and good people to bring it to you. Sue