I saw my oncologist on Thursday, June 3rd. My blood counts were low again, but she wanted me to go forward with chemo anyway. I went back on Friday morning and got the Neulasta shot to start stimulating my bone marrow to build my counts back up. For some reason, this treatment was pretty rough. I didn't feel well all weekend, although Saturday was better than Sunday. Sunday, I had body aches (side effect of the Neulasta) and was very nauseous (side effect of the Carboplatin). I'm finally starting to feel better today, but still taking one day at a time.
When I saw my doctor on Thursday, she didn't seem her normal self. She told me she had some bad news that she needed to talk to me about. Of course I started to panic...who wouldn't when their doctor starts a conversation that way? For a few seconds my mind flashed-back to the day my surgeon told me the tumor pathology results....Yikes...major panic!! Oh my gosh, Lord, you are really testing me, aren't you? Well, as it turns out, the news is that my doctor is leaving St. Louis to move back to her hometown in Ohio for family reasons. Phew....that's it?...It's not about me? Thank the Lord it's not about me!!
Of course, I'm not happy that she won't be my doctor, but as I told her...family comes first, she needs to take care of her family. I would absolutely do the same thing if I was faced with family issues that needed care.
I fully believe and trust that everything that happens, happens for a reason. I will find a new doctor that will forge ahead with me in my care. I will continue to come out on top and climb this mountain for as long as I need to. Many times shaking up the situation opens up new opportunities and new ways of looking at things. I'm considering this a new opportunity to fight this battle in new ways. I know we are winning and we will continue to win!
Thank you to everyone who is in this battle with me. You build me up and make me stronger everyday.
I bless my mind and body with thoughts of perfect health....I am one with God.
God's peace be with all of you today and everyday,
Sandy
Dear Sandy, I am not breathing normal again, I was holding my breath with you. Sooooo glad the news she delivered was about moving back with her family...yeah..a BIG PHEW on that one! I agree with you, while some doors close, others open and the battle continues to recovery. I will be out of town soon until first week in July so I want you to hang steady and progress forward while I am gone. I am expecting to hear good things from you on my return! I will still be sending my thoughts and prayers...so know that good wishes will be making a long travel. Take care now, hugs, Christy
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ReplyDeleteWOW, I think that my heart stopped beating as soon as I read the words "I have some bad news".
I am so glad it had nothing to do with you. Sorry that your doctor is leaving, but like you said "Family comes first". No doubt that you will find another good doctor. I think that you are awesome and I am blessed to have you as my friend.
Love ya sister.
Tracy (Coates)
I am soooo glad to hear that you are doing so well. I can't wait to see you at our girls' weekend! Keep up the good work and keep up the FAITH!!!
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