5th cycle

Yes, yes I know it has been a while since I wrote anything, same old excuses as I always give. I had my 5 th cycle almost 2 weeks ago, adriamycin and cytoxan which were new drugs to me. I was pretty nauseated for quite a few days, and really really fatigued, took all my effort just to get off the couch and shower. The fatigue lasted about a week but not as severe as it was initially. All in all I am feeling great and I now know I have one week of feeling like crap but 2 weeks of feeling well which feels so good. I think with the first 4 cycles I got used to just feeling well when I got hit again;at least this time I have extra time to recover. The only other side effects I am /have experienced is occasional numbness to my toes, change in nail color and texture to my nails, hot flashes and chemo brain, at least I can blame my forgetfulness on that anyway. There is now light at the end of the tunnell, I've had a total of 8 chemo treatments and only 3 more to go.

I am still working usually at least 50-72 hours a pay period( every 2 weeks), yes I miss looking after patients but it is also nice to work for a while in an area with no stress. At least at work I have something to occupy my mind, at home I'd be staring at the walls and feeling sorry for myself, so I am glad I am able to work at the moment.

I saw the plastic surgeon last week and he seemed nice but more importantly I saw pictures that helped me come to terms a little more as to what to expect. Surgery is scheduled for dec 10th 7.30am bright and early!

I am so grateful for all the support and help I have received, gardening, meals and transporting Fiona, to general concern and well wishes.

I became an Aunt today, my step sister had a little baby boy, unfortunately we won't be able to see him for a while as she lives in Scotland.

Fiona is still doing well, seems to be enjoying school, continues with cross country and started driving school last night and looking forward to actually driving.
I'll keep you all informed of any new developments.