November 2009-Starting Chemo

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  • JustmeAlicia
    JustmeAlicia Member Posts: 1,529
    edited November 2009

    Mouse !!!  I hope everything goes smoothly......  Last night was a bit rough for me but doable.  I just got my Neulasta shot.  They told me 2 tylenol.  Nothing about Claritin.  But I am going to take ONE right NOW ! 

    Thinking of you ALL (((((HUGS)))))

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  • Mouse6694
    Mouse6694 Member Posts: 88
    edited November 2009

    Portergirl you stay strong, I also find myself crying more when I am alone. Mom brought me to chemo but I told her to leave she is too emotional sometimes. The nurses are really nice and there are sisters here too. Had a nice conversation with one and the time is flying by. doing ok but I am doing a different treatment A/C then Taxol then Hercepton. As the sisters before me have said its not that bad on day of almost done then hopefully get some lunch I am starving. STAY POSITIVE... we are in the fight and we are gonna win the battle.

    Justmealicia how are you doin today? Please post how your s/e go after shot. Nurse here said take the aleve and claritin day of and up to 4 days after. If you need stronger she said you could take vicodin too. Hope this helps.

    WE ALL CAN BE WIMPS AT TIMES BUT WE NEED TO BREAK OUT THE GLOVES AND FIGHT!!!!!!!Kiss

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  • Mouse6694
    Mouse6694 Member Posts: 88
    edited November 2009

    I am home now and doing ok a little headache though. I asked onc. about taking the steroids the two days after and she said not that important if they bother me that much or I could try Tylenol pm. i hate not getting my sleep and having that agitated feeling so I will try but we"ll see. They called and said my wigs were in to come try out my color but I kinda think I wanna go the hair for hat route its my hair and I could wear any hat. Just one more decision to make.

    1 down 7 to go YEAH!

    Have a good night girls, thoughts and prayers for all you starting treatment this week its not that bad so far :-)

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  • RedheadPam
    RedheadPam Member Posts: 98
    edited November 2009

    Hello, fellow warrior chicks!  Mind if I join in?  I actually had my first TC tx Oct 22, but it seems like my diagnosis date is about the same as everyone's, so I thought I might grab my water bottle and my fluffly blankie and settle in right here.

    I was diagnosed during my normal mammo. Had a lumpectomy 9/24 with no node involvement and clear margins, so DH and I were doing the happy happy dance, thinking it would be radiation then Aromitase Inhibitors(I've had a hysterectomy,so I can do those instead of Tamoxifen). My Oncotype DX came back at 30 -- and I think it shocked even my surgeon and onc.  So now it's 4 rounds of TC on10/22, 11/12, 12/4 and yes, Christmas Eve. Merry Friggin' Ho!

    My first chemo has been good, so far...better than I had feared.  I did have a headache and this wierd whooshing sound in my ears the first week or so -- did anyone else get that? Not much nausea...although I did dive in to a whole Red Velvet cupcake on Saturday and ooooohhh, paid for it in spades later. You'd think it would put me off of cupcakes, but no such luck...they still tempted me the next day. Damn little perky sweet morsels of deliciousness! Today, my scalp is aflame, so I fear that my hair is not long for this world.  Ah, well, I scored a sweet wig at the Look Good Feel Better session I went to yesterday -- Raqual Welch brand and everything!

    I haven't had a chance to read through everyone's post, but I look forward to sharing this journey with you all....many hug.....

    Pam

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  • JustmeAlicia
    JustmeAlicia Member Posts: 1,529
    edited November 2009

    Welcome REDHEADPam ~  Congrats on one TX down~  and only 3 more to go.  Definately grab your blankie and settle in.  We are turning into a great bunch of gals here.  So much inspiration, hope and knowledge.  I am going to a LGFB session at my hospital mid November.  I already got 1 wig. 

    :)

    Alicia

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  • arnie2two
    arnie2two Member Posts: 1,215
    edited November 2009
    I haven't read all the way back either... so forgive me if you've already been given this info.  Francelux.com will send you a free scarf or head wrap.  You just email Laurie the CEO and she lets you choose one.  Also, Heavenlyhats.com will send you five free hats.  I have passed mine on and am making hats for my chemo clinic to give to women who need them.  Thinking of you all and cheering you on!!!
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  • ccnani
    ccnani Member Posts: 46
    edited November 2009

    Portergirl99 Just so you know  sister TCH is the cadillac treatment for her2+ diagnosis!! Herceptin was discovered and tried out here in Los Angeles by Dr. Dennis Slamon, UCLA one of the more famous breast cancer centers. They made a movie about him and his first her2+ ladies and it was on t.v this month. Don't even worry about dying because you are getting the best possible treatment and because you are triple positive, you have other treatment options besides chemo and herceptin!! There are four other her2+ girls on novembers ladies but only two triple positive. Also the C is carboplatin which fights and destroys any cells that might have gone to the bones and lungs etc. Sounds like they could have waited to tell you about chemo, like Hopbird said. By the way I asked about weekly TX and my ONC said no, because they want to throw the bomb at this thing. He said that I will do just fine. I'm 65, so if he thinks I'll be fine then you should be super!! Sorry I got mixed up with your real name and your sign in, you are the suzie in Georgia I wrote regarding decision on dble. mastectomy. I must have oldzheimers cause I haven't even stated chemo yet. 

    Hey ladies, there is a web site called "cleaning for a reason.org" They provide house cleaning for chemo patients for free just in case you need some help. There is also a website called "pink heart funds" in long beach MS. they provide free compression sleeves and other breast cancer survivor needs.  arnie2two thanks for info on free bees!!!!!! We can all use some cool presents!! 

    Welcome to the group RedheadPam!!! 

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  • joanneasiata
    joanneasiata Member Posts: 719
    edited November 2009

    HI AND WELCOME REDHEADPam

    Good to have you here with us its such a blessing to have such wonderful support a place were you can really open up and share your thoughts and fears .

    Joanne

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  • Mouse6694
    Mouse6694 Member Posts: 88
    edited November 2009
    Hello girls just to let you know make sure your chemo time doesnt run into your lunch. I ate brkfst at 8 thinking chemo would be over at 1 well didnt finish till 2 and after ate a 1/3 of a wrap from Paradise and have to say starting to feel very nauseous took a pill so hopefully it will pass. Have full bellies so meds wont make you sick. Frown
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  • CoolBreeze
    CoolBreeze Member Posts: 4,668
    edited November 2009

    Hi all.  I'm lurking but have nothing to add yet. I see my onc on the 9th and then I guess I'll find out when I start chemo.  With my luck, it'll be the day before Thanksgiving..  :)    I'll still have to have a port put in, but don't I need a heart test or something like that? 

    I just hope my onc is as generous with the meds as some of yours is.  No reason to be in pain when there is medication out there to help you sleep and feel better, is my thought.  My big worry has been thanksgiving but my wonderful stepdaughter offered to come over and cook, so I guess it'll go on even if I can't cook.  :)  (Or eat)

    I'm keeping track of your tips for getting through it.  Note to self:  make brownies.  :)

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  • CoolBreeze
    CoolBreeze Member Posts: 4,668
    edited November 2009

    By the way, I'm HER+++ too but PR-.   I saw the movie about herceptin - it's really cheesy but worthwhile for us HER2+ gals to watch - you realize how lucky we are that this drug is around!

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  • JustmeAlicia
    JustmeAlicia Member Posts: 1,529
    edited November 2009

    I am not fretting Thanksgiving if I am not up to it... we will stay in pj's watch movies and eat frozen PIZZA.  The rest of my family I usually entertain will be on their own.  Maybe it is time for someone else to offer to cook.  I am the middle child.  Wow nails out here... Meow~~ :)

    Glad to hear from you Coolbreeze. 

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  • CoolBreeze
    CoolBreeze Member Posts: 4,668
    edited November 2009

    Keep those nails out!  I've been entertaining my whole family: BIL, his wife and kids, my brother/wife/kids, steps, etc. for 15 years.  I was working myself up thinking nobody was going to invite us over this year - I have a 12 year old so I want the holidays to be important.  But, fortunately, my stepdaughter stepped up! to the plate!  She's wonderful; I never expected it. 

    Well, we aren't going to invite all those other folks because I"m not up to cleaning and who knows how I'll feel?  But at least my son will have a special dinner and that's what counts.

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  • Melinda41
    Melinda41 Member Posts: 672
    edited November 2009

    Things are moving along for me, having my PET scan and port put in tomorrow so I should be good to go for next week.

    Thanks to those who already have one under their belt for the reports!

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  • JustmeAlicia
    JustmeAlicia Member Posts: 1,529
    edited November 2009

    That is nice Coolbreeze.  I have done the holidays, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day every year for 19 years.  I have an older sister but she is in California, my brother is about 15 miles away.  My mom as well.  My other two brothers are younger then me and useless.  No one has offered to do anything for Thanksgiving. (I also have hubby's 2 siblings with spouses nearby no offer there) I am bitter now and wouldn't go most likely if invited at this point.  I will have my second chemo under my belt and will probably be feeling cruddy ~ but who knows maybe NOT.  Maybe we will go out to DINNER .  My son is 11 daugher is 15.  So I want nice holidays for them as well.  As nice as they can be this year.

    MEOW.. :)

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  • reglau
    reglau Member Posts: 11
    edited November 2009

    Hello everyone, I am so glad I found this group.  I have my first chemo treatment this Friday and am terrified about the unknown.  I have 3 kids, a 5 year old daughter and two sons, 3 year old and 6 month old.  I am so worried about how they will react to all of this, especially losing my hair.  Its so nice to be able to relate to others going through this same thing, I'm just wishing we all had something in common that wasn't cancer!!  I hope all your treatments are going smoothly, and having it started means we are that much closer to having it over!!!

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  • joanneasiata
    joanneasiata Member Posts: 719
    edited November 2009

    REGLAR

    Hi there welcom ,you know kids seem to flow with things sooo much more easier than us adults .There is a lot of mums here to support you and you are free to let out your fear  and emotions on this  as well .One of the other ladies with small kids said that she has put her hair in a box and in the fall her kids will put it out for the birds to get it and make their nests out of it ,i thought that was such a lovely way to defuse a tough situation with her children .

     ALL WILL BE OK

    Joanne

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  • BrendaSharon
    BrendaSharon Member Posts: 506
    edited November 2009

    Good Morning Fellow Whimps!!~~~~~

    FIRST~~~~~~~MeNeverMind/Kimberly~~~~Go Girl, today is your day! All of us are routing you on for things to go smoothly and by beginning to put and end to this -C- journey

    Welcome to the board, our newest Warriors RedheadPam & reglau!! 

    As I keep saying, this is not a club we may never have wanted to join, BUT it sure is nice to have the sisters advice and help along the way throughout this journey we are all on together. It is sooooo helpful relating to each other and sharing each others worries, side affect and heartaches, and sometimes as hard as it is to believe, we even share a giggle or two   Wink

    Pam, You actually made me giggle when you mentioned the WHOOSH sound!! I thought it was just in my head as I have been quite loopy as of late, so I paid it no mind! BUT, Oh yeah!Got it!

    mmmmm'mmmm good cupcakes. For some reason cakes and breads have been good on my tummy, just as long as I don't overdue the chocolate.

    Reglau, I'm feeling your grief as you have such young children. BUT, you will be fine. SORRY, I know this can be the most aggravating thing to hear. I was sooo sick of being told I'd be fine that I got really angry, even at my DH!! And he has been supportive the entire time. YET, I yelled at him and said NO, I'M NOT FINE!!!! But, I will deal with it. Then I cried and said I was sorry, but just don't keep saying it is fine. Because damn it, it is NOT!!!! Now I am feeling more encouraged as time passes and especially now that I've had my first dose of Chemo and that sheer terror is over. Also, this site has helped me tremendously, I can find whatever information I may need, somehow,  someway! There is another sister on here for Nov. with young children as well, mommy2two, she too is a sweetheart!!  Good Luck on your journey, we are all with you!!! 

    mouse, Hip-Hat-Hair!!!!  this is what I had done! I can't wait to get my piece and try on my own new hair again. So far, I've just been wearing hats and caps with no hair under of course. I shaved my head, after carefully cutting even bit of my 10" off to send off to Hip-Hat-Hair. I cut it the same day as my first chemo TX. It should arrive back in about 1 more week. I'll let you know how it is. I'm excited about being able to have MY OWN HAIR!!!Of course that means bald for a couple weeks, but oh well what we will do for our beloved hair!!! i so never wanted to give up my hair. I can't stand the feel of a wig, I tried several, so I choose this route. CAN'T WAIT!!! In fact I need to call and check to see how it's coming along today. Glad you mentioned it, things get so discombobulated in my brain lately.

    I always feel like I am missing someone!!~~~~~~~If so, I truly am sorry!!! Each and every one of us deserves to be treated special for a bit. I hope each of you gets treated well everyday, somehow, someway, by your significant other people in your lives, till our battle is won!!! 

    We have the holidays coming up and the usual this year won't be the usual. I'm already down a bit myself. Like some of you I see here who are always the one responsible for the Big Turkey dinners and Christmas get together, I am too. I'm the oldest of my siblings and all my children are used to MOM cooking. Even when I was young 20's & 30's I was the one who cooked the big dinners. Of course I am a good cook (hate to brag, but true) so of course I was the chosen one. I enjoyed it as well, cooking was a joy not a burden, the one thing I loved I'm just too tired to do!  So, now I don't know what to do. I'm too scared to have company cook for me, because of the fear of getting sick from someone. BUT, the Good Lord knows how I miss my kids and my grandkids. I don't know how to be close to them without getting sick.

    Enough of me ranting!! A blessed day to all.

    (((((HUGS))))) Brenda 

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  • doronet
    doronet Member Posts: 342
    edited November 2009

    Hey hey, day-after 1st chem-day.  Haven't read all the above posting but wanted to get out a "This is my experience so far" post...I MADE IT!!!!   Slap that smiley on me, BrendaSharon!!  The chem-day itself was a breeze.  The nurse couldn't have been better...maybe it was "deer in the headlights" look from me.  She answered all my questions. EMLA cream worked fantastically!  I didn't fell a thing!  The nurse was even shocked that every patient I've heard from on this site has not had access to the EMLA cream, Ativan, and/or Emends.  She also urged that if I had really strong SE, ie migraine type headaches or "screaming from the pain" of the Nuepogen shots to call the office...DO NOT, she said emphatically, try to tough it out or suffer.

    I felt a little nauseous at bedtime last night, started to panic, but took compezine and went to bed.  Woke up at 2 A.M. and took an Ativan for precaution of naus. and the shakes, and slept until 6 A.M. (late for me since my diagnosis.)  One of my sisters came up from NC yesterday to be with me these next few days since I didn't know how I'd react to the chems.  This morning I am feeling fine.  She and I even walked for 50 mins. this morning and are getting ready to run some errands.  Hopefully, this will continue to be a  good day.  No burning form the AC, though nurse said the more you drink, the more you flush out the chem. to hopefully prevent that.

    Neupogen shots start tomorrow, so I'm going to be reading everyone's posting, current and past, to be proactive on the SE from the shots.

    Good luck to everyone starting today!!!

    Power to the WIMPS!  We ROCK!!!   doronet

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  • Mouse6694
    Mouse6694 Member Posts: 88
    edited November 2009

    Wow, more and more are coming into November it's hard to know how many people are affected until you come to a site like this. We are all warriors (and occasional whimps). I had a whimp moment lastnight wasnt a good night for me the nauseousness just wasnt going away and nothing tasted good so took a couple of tylenol pm and tried to get some rest. All the water I drank made me get up every hour on the hour though feeling much better today.

    Welcome all the newbies!!

    Thoughts and prayers go out to upcoming 1st tx. Remember have some food in the belly.

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  • sueinfl
    sueinfl Member Posts: 258
    edited November 2009

    Good morning fellow Warrior Whimps!

    I woke up this morning after not really sleeping well all night feeling like stomped dog poo. I took an Emend, brushed my teeth, wobbled around until settling down to watch daytime tv that I had not watched in ten years. Luckily, there were movies-by-demand to watch, so I let Mama Mia take me away for a while. After getting some toast, yogurt and eventually some quesadillas (believe it or not) into me, I am feeling better, even though I do not feel functional enough to drive. I will be much better after my intestinal tract gets cleaned out. One coalace at night is barely doing the job.

    I have had some pain in my sternum from the Neulasta shot, but nothing horrible. I only took a Clariton the day before and a Vicodin last night. I am going for a short walk after the quesadillas settle in an effort to keep the lymph system moving. The heart keeps our blood flowing, but muscle movement is what moves the lymph fluid. Since we are experiencing massive amounts of bad and good cells dying off, our poor immune system needs all the help it can get to clean them out.

    I think I am the only one getting preadjuvant chemo? I have the most pain in my left breast where the 5 cm lump is. It appears the cancer cells are getting the **** kicked out of them! Yes!

    For everyone just getting your ports placed, take it easy! I lifted way too much and ended up with an unnecessary bruise down most of my breast. Avoid bending over, lifting anything heavy, etc. the first day or two. The movement will get easier and easier. It took about 5 days for the soreness to ease and I never notice it now after two weeks unless I see it in the mirror. Not the most attractive bump I would wish for, but it is worth it even for only 6 TX. It's the Adriamycin that makes it such a necessity since it is so toxic to surrounding tissue. 

    Welcome, Ann. I am so glad to have all of you here despite never ever wishing this on anyone.

    ((((((((bcsisters))))))))

    Sue

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  • BrendaSharon
    BrendaSharon Member Posts: 506
    edited November 2009

    Girls, I started out my day sort of BLUE and just in general depressed!!!

    BUT, as the day went on, besides all the moral support I get from each one of you, I got more exciting news!!!! I got a call today from my "Hip-Hat-Hair" order that I placed last Wednesday, I had my hair cut off right before chemo. Anyways, they said it will be shipped tomorrow, so I'll have my hair back to wear under whatever hat or scarf I choose> I'm so excited. When I get my ole hair back I just know I will cry of joy!!~~~~~~

    For all of us!!!!   Kiss  I would have never believed it true, but I went to this per site advice of another sister. The site was  (francelux.com)  I picked out a scarf/wrap at the cost of $72.00. I sent an email to Ms Laurie, and low and behold I received a confirmation email from the Lady herself , Ms. Laurie Erickson and she said she was pleased to met me and would be sure to send the piece I had picked out. She is just super!!!!!  She requested I pass the information along to all my other sisters, so that is what I am doing. these scarfs and wraps are made of luxurious silk. Imagine how good this will feel on our heads!!!!   This is the email address below that i used to request the scarf from Ms. Erickson 

    goodwishes@franceluxe.com

    Also, for all of us, I had sent a request to HeavenlyHats.com and they confirmed that my order was received and I should receive it sometime very soon. They said they where behind as they had 750 orders just for this month alone. It's just unbelievable how many this -C- is affecting.

    All these hats!!!! Too exciting, as I know I still have a long way to go~~~~~The few I've already purchased, I'm already tiring of them. Day in and Day out!! So Ya-Whooooo!!!!~~~~~

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  • mommy2two
    mommy2two Member Posts: 130
    edited November 2009

    Brenda - Glad your day is improving.  I also sent a request to HeavenlyHats.com and I hope to receive them soon.  That is the most exciting thing that has happened to me all day (I'm at work).  When I get home tonight, I plan on checking out francelux.com.  I haven't posted in a few days because I haven't felt well.  Actually, yesterday which was day 4 post tx was a nightmare.  I don't think I've ever felt that bad in my life!  I feel much better today and now I'll know what my "bad" days are next time so I can be better prepared.  How are you feeling?

     Is there any paticular day post tx that anyone has felt really bad?  I thought I was kicking chemo butt until yesterday....I'm not sure my body has ever ached like that before!  My co-worker told me that days 4 and 5 were her worst but I'm sure it's different for everyone.

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  • BrendaSharon
    BrendaSharon Member Posts: 506
    edited November 2009

    mommy2two,

    So good to see you! although I'm sorry to hear your feeling ill. I would say for me, Day one I just feel kinda like being drunk maybe, nothing really bothered me, except food didn't taste well.  Id say that day four & five where the hardest on me as well. In general I just was exhausted, I didn't care if I did anything at ALL!!! I was a little achy (not too bad though) and then of course the headaches. I have continued to DRINK, DRINK and DRINK some more H20, I believe it really helps more than anything. I just have to be careful with the fact I like it sooooo cold. Today is a week for me post TX. I'm still bout the same, Thank the Lord.

    Today, I was just down about not being able to have my children here at the holidays the way I normaly do, and all the good cooking I do for them. Yours are with you that is sweet, so I guess if I can figure out when it is safest I will just have to travel to go see them. They all live 3-4 hours away. I'm used to going there often, but since all this -C- Crap I've missed out on a bunch of time with them, I DON'T know how my DH puts up with all my emotions.I'm good one minute and crying my eyes out the next. BUT, I know we will get thru it! There girls over in October boosted me up and made me feel better, I love it, sisters everywhere!!! Kiss

    YES, the hats I'm sooooo excited there. I'm getting my hair back soon on my very own hip-hat.(hip-hat-hair) and will have some nice things coming as well from heavenlyhats and from Ms. Erickson. Nice to have something to look forward too.

     doronet, I did try to insist on the Emla cream today, we will see what goes. I had to just leave a message as per ususal on my onc's RN's voicemail.

    ((((HUGS))))

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  • CoolBreeze
    CoolBreeze Member Posts: 4,668
    edited November 2009

    I also contacted Laurie of FranceLuxe and she is sending me a cheetah wrap.  :)  She's very nice - I found it very difficult to email and ask for something for myself.  But, she responded with kindness, told me to let anybody know.  They actually make it when you ask so I should get it in a month - about the time my hair will be falling out I guess.  I will thank her on my blog - a little way to give back.

    I also saw the Heavenly Hats offfer and did their form.  I never got a confirmation but hopefully I will get some hats.  

    My hair isn't long enough to do the hip hat hair thing, unfortunately.  I am one of those unlucky people whose hair refuses to grow longer than shoulder length, so I'm gong to take this opportunity of being bald to finally have the the long hair I've always dreamed off. (in wig form).

    There is a program near me that teachs chemo patients how to do their makeup with no hair.  I've always had thick brows and only had to wax or tweeze - never fill in.  So, doing fake brows scares me.  I never put on fake eyelashes either.  Do you have one of those near you - and when did you go?  After chemo started or before?  How about wigs - when did you buy yours?

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  • BrendaSharon
    BrendaSharon Member Posts: 506
    edited November 2009

    CoolBreeze,

    Was not Laurie amazing, I too felt strange requesting this item as it was SO expensive, but she made me feel very comfortable and more than welcome to ask her!! I'm so Thankful!

    Yes there is a FGLB class put on by AmericanCancerSociety.  All cancer patients are welcome to go. Just goggle it for the one closet to where you live. You have to fill out a bit a paperwork, well I done mine over the phone. You can also do it over the Internet. They do teach how to do the eyebrows and all. Very nice people that put it on. Everyone whom does it are all volunteers. They are make-up artists and/or hairdressers. They donate their time for the cause, which is super!!!! You can go before or after chemo starts either way. They give you a bunch of really nice cosmetics to keep in a nice "LGFB carry bag" There are even some nice creams for the skin, etc. It was well worth going to and again so much support.

    Heavenly Hats I didn't hear from until I contacted them again today. BUT, I had put my order in a month ago, so I was checking. That is when I got an email confirming the order was being shipped this Friday, and my package of hats should have been in there. I'm really looking forward. I've had NO HAIR at all since last week. Just hats. So, too I'm looking forward to my hair piece. didn't like wigs!! Tried a couple, but they made me feel itchy, itchy, itchy!!! YUK to my skin is sensitive. So, that's when I decided I needed to use my own hair, and yes thank the Lord mine does grow quick, cause 10 months ago I cut 12" and sent it to "Locks of Love" that was before I knew anything about my -C- So, I was a little worried I may not have had enough to use for mine, but I DID!! I had 10 inches. YEAH!! I was happy seeing wigs wern't going to work!

    ((((HUGS)))) to you Breeze and rest well

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  • Hopbird
    Hopbird Member Posts: 387
    edited November 2009

    Coolbreeze, the program you are talking about it LookGood, Feel Better and the American Cancer Society offers it all over.  Anyone can find a class near them.  You will probably receive a nice little goody bag with new cosmetics.

    I wish I had gone BEFORE I got my wig.  The girl that taught ours gave us all kinds of info about wigs and hair coverings, and I could have used it before I made that decision.  Most people tend to start seeing hair loss during week three. 

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  • JustmeAlicia
    JustmeAlicia Member Posts: 1,529
    edited November 2009

    A bit tired today girls... think I over did it .  Went to lunch and walked there and back.  NOW my back is killing me.  Today is day 3 post chemo and post 1 Neulasta shot.  I feel a sore down my throat on one side.  UGH ~  Other then that I am ok.

    Hugs to all my sisters.  Sorry for those that feel bad and happy for those that feel good.

    xoAlicia

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  • MeNeverMind
    MeNeverMind Member Posts: 42
    edited November 2009

    OK.  Here I sit.  Half way through my chemo treatment.  It seems that my port is not letting them get any blood out of it.  So we are not able to start the red stuff.  It has been about an hour of sitting around board.  I have a double port and the out side side had a week blood pull when we started the first bag and then it would not give anything up.  CRAP!  So she switched sides and after a bit longer got nothing and gave up.  So I got some other meds and we now have tons of blood.  GOODIE!  I am now getting the red stuff.  So it is not all that bad at the moment.  Just wish I didn't have to be here.  I am still planing on going to work in the morning so I will log on and let everyone know how I am feeling.    Thanks again for all the support.  Love Kimmy

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  • JustmeAlicia
    JustmeAlicia Member Posts: 1,529
    edited November 2009

    Thinking of you Kimmy...  I hope the rest of your infusion goes smoothly and you can get some rest tonight. 

    just think 1 down !

    Hugs ~

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