Dr. N shed some clarity on what we're trying to accomplish with current chemotherapy at my appointment on Friday. Often, I'm too ? (what am I?) to ask the questions, I just say "ok" and shove the prescription in my pocket. After three rounds of chemo (two weeks on Death-in-a-bottle, one off--that's a round) there will be a new PET/CAT scan. If I'm stable or improving, we'll go three more rounds. If things are worse, we'll stop and adjust to symptosomatic treatments. My body is hanging in there, with amazingly good blood counts and strength to fight. Dr. N. is pleased. Dr. N. walks and talks super, super fast. He looks directly into my eyes and on through. He tells me that I look great, even after a day at Kindergarten in the recess wind. "Don't EVER bring up to me that you're fat--your body is in battle for your LIFE!" "Yes sir (very small writing)" There is something so comforting about oncology. I come out of there feeling like a WARRIOR.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Half Way Round Two
Dr. N shed some clarity on what we're trying to accomplish with current chemotherapy at my appointment on Friday. Often, I'm too ? (what am I?) to ask the questions, I just say "ok" and shove the prescription in my pocket. After three rounds of chemo (two weeks on Death-in-a-bottle, one off--that's a round) there will be a new PET/CAT scan. If I'm stable or improving, we'll go three more rounds. If things are worse, we'll stop and adjust to symptosomatic treatments. My body is hanging in there, with amazingly good blood counts and strength to fight. Dr. N. is pleased. Dr. N. walks and talks super, super fast. He looks directly into my eyes and on through. He tells me that I look great, even after a day at Kindergarten in the recess wind. "Don't EVER bring up to me that you're fat--your body is in battle for your LIFE!" "Yes sir (very small writing)" There is something so comforting about oncology. I come out of there feeling like a WARRIOR.
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5 comments:
Gae, I'm always amazed and uplifted whenever I read your blog entries. Keep them coming....you are passing your incredible strength on to your sisters through your words.
I love the Snoopy pin.....can that be bought somewhere???? You are a warrior and DON'T YOU EVER FORGET THAT!!!! Need to schedule that Jamba day!!!!
I feel a kinship with you and those words. I think about you every day. You ARE a warrior.
-Sher-
You are wonder woman. I am so impressed with your zest for life and how strong you are through all of this! Hopefully these last weeks of chemo will go quickly!
You have always been an amazing example to all.. You are our warrior for sure!! Keep the faith and fight on!!!
PS.. Is your doc Dr. Nibley by chance?
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