Worry looks around...sorry looks back...Faith looks up.
It's been a great two weeks. I've felt really good; I've worked every day and I've walked quite a bit. (many miles actually!!) Thank you, Lord, for allowing me the opportunity to have another day to experience life and to do your work!!
On Monday morning, 4/26, I had blood work and saw Dr. Partridge (oncology doctor). The lab results showed that my white blood count is a little low, so I was unable to have chemotherapy that day. (Although, I didn't realize I was supposed to have it until I got there...hmm!) Anyway, she is not overly concerned because the count is just slightly below what they want it to be. The low count is a direct side effect from the Carboplatin. She wants to see me next week for another blood work up. If my WBC is high enough I will have my chemo treatment on Monday, 5/3. If it's not, I will probably still have treatment, but then on Tuesday I would have to go in for a shot of Neupogen, which will stimulate white blood cell production. I'm not sure how often these shots are given, but I imagine I will find out soon enough. The Neupogen has a side effect of bone pain from slight to severe. We've all learned how I seem to react to medications....alright...well we're just not going there!!!
I will post a blog again next week after treatment.
"Do not fear, I am a wall of protection around you." GOD
Peace and many blessings and prayers,
Sandy
Dear Sandy,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to hear you have been out and about walking and enjoying the weather (until the rains came). I hope you got in a walk today and tomorrow is suppose to be a beauty! I'm a walker too and plan to get out tomorrow. Btw, you won't believe this but just this last weekend I learn that my best(since kindergarten)friend's brother-in-law has brain cancer too. This last Monday him & his wife flew to SFO for his surgery and in a week or so he will be returning to KC to undergo treatments similar to yours. I'm blown away I know 2 people with this in such a short time(actually 3). What's up? On the positive side, he's positive too and has a deep spiritual belief like you that I know will guide him and support him. So, I pray for you both...stay focused, fueled, and battle on SuperSandy! Hugs, Christy