Sorry I haven’t blogged for a while but I’ve been kinda coasting while I’m on Xeloda, my present drug, because I feel almost normal on this miracle drug. D-Day (decision day) is about to occur since I am seeing my doctor next week. If Xeloda is working I will definitely stay on it for as […]
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Things have been a bit dicey for the last couple of weeks. PET scan showed some progression in my body so my doctor wanted to change the meds. We had a bit of a difference of opinion with regard to what drug I was going to take. One is a rather new drug called Ixempra
Spring is Here and so am I Read More »
Since the results of my recent PET scan were not as good as they have been I armed myself before my appointment with my own research into new drug regimens that work with metastatic breast cancer. I also had my own idea of what I wanted to happen. One of the worst parts of dealing
A Trip to the Doctor: Tips on Being Prepared Read More »
After waiting for almost a week I finally got called about the results of my PET scan. When the phone rings during that time I jump out of my skin and this call was no different. I had my husband answer to get the information. I already suspected that the Cancer was on the move
Finally! Results of PET Scan Read More »
I had my PET scan this past Saturday and, because I knew there wouldn’t be results until Monday, I enjoyed the weekend. On Monday I sent an email to my doctor’s nurse to remind her to be looking for the results. She did not respond, which is not like her. Then I realized Monday was
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Well it’s that time again. It’s time to see what’s going on inside of me. That means Saturday I have my PET scan scheduled. The outside of me is doing okay and, having a little break from chemo, I almost feel normal (whatever that means). I go about my business and do my errands and
Pet Scans: A Necessary Evil Read More »
After having chemo New Years Eve day, I felt like I was free-falling into depression. The Lab was so busy there wasn’t a chair to be had. The valiant staff kept smiles on their face and ran from one sick patient to the next with patience, caring and listening. They are all heroes to me.
It’s a New Year With New Hopes- I Hope! Read More »
Forgive the delay in adding to my Blog. With Metastatic Cancer it’s always a roller coaster ride and I have spent the last couple of weeks in minor depression and major worry. Besides that the weather is Icy and that gets me down as well. After receiving the results from my latest PET scan I
The last 2 weeks have been emotional chaos for me and the people who love and support me. The loss of a friend to Cancer at 59 years old left me in the throes of so many emotions that I could not sort them all out and as much as I tried to get my
Emotional Calisthenics Read More »
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