Here it is a week later and I am experiencing deja vu. It is past bed time and I am still up. I don’t really see me going to sleep anytime soon. I had my chemo a little later today. Went at 12:45 but still didn’t make it home until a little after 4:00. Actually dozed a little during treatment while listening to my Ipod. Hot flashes have steadily occurred since about 8:00 and the whole body tingling fun started at 10:00. Unfortunately my red blood count didn’t come up but didn’t go down either. However, my white blood counts (ones that fight infections) have dropped. Still in normal range but if they drop as much as they did this past week, the counts will be below normal. So I’ll need to be more prudent about washing my hands and staying clear of being around people who don’t feel well.

This past week the biggest nuisance was my lack of energy and fatique.  Saturday and Sunday were the worst days.  I was able to function but needed to take frequent rests (and naps).  Being up on my feet too long caused light-headedness and overall weak feeling.  I also am experiencing some aching and stiffness in my hands, feet and hips.  Sometimes I walk a little more gingerly but once I get going I’m okay.

Since I am off the nasty drugs and on this new drug, it seems a more tolerable.  However, I was told I would feel good for about 4 weeks and then it would hit me.  Hopefully I was told wrong or whatever hits me won’t be too bad.

Only 9 more treatments!

Love, Lori