Hey all, sorry for the delay in posting. I was waiting for my appointment with the medical oncologist so I’d know more about what treatments I would need now that surgery is over. What I thought would be maybe an hour and a half appointment turned into four and a half hours, a headache and a general, overall feeling of WTF.
It’s confusing and overwhelming but so many of you are checking in (thank you for that) and asking how it went so I figured the best thing to do is to post it here Download videos in firefox. I’ll try to make it as simple as possible, but trust me, by the end of the appointment, the oncologist was drawing a chart, we were calculating and back tracking weeks on calendars and taking mental notes of our immediate “to do” list that is now a mile long before I start this whole process. Here we go:
The alphabet has 26 letters, and it seems about half of them will be involved in some part of my treatment plan.
The first two months will be what is called AC chemo huawei p smart apps herunterladen. They are two different drugs given together and are the ones that cause the most side effects. Prior to getting these infusions, I need to go to the lab for blood work, then meet with the oncologist, then get my chemo treatment. The day will be about 5-6 hours. They first give you big doses of anti-nausea medicine, then a saline IV, then the chemo. This is the sucker that is going to make me feel like crap and cause my hair to fall out, most likely right after the second treatment download minecraft for free for pc. There is a huge WARNING label on the pamphlet about what could go wrong, including little things like, ohhhhh, heart failure, lowering of ability of my bone marrow to make blood cells, tissue damage, etc. I was told if I develop a fever to get to an ER right away because it could be a sign of a blood infection. Then there’s the dreaded nausea, increased fatigue and other side effects zombie games download.
In the middle of all of this, I will need to get an echo and an EKG periodically to monitor my heart to make sure it isn’t damaged and I can continue with chemo. In between these chemo treatments, I will also have to give myself a shot of another drug to help my bone marrow along in recovery and prevent any infections aus iclouden. This also comes with side effects. If insurance doesn’t cover this at home treatment, I will need to make my way back to the hospital the following day after chemo so they can inject it at the facility and it will be covered as a hospital session. I will be calling my insurance company Monday to see if they cover me sticking myself at home. I will also need to take anti-nausea meds in pill form at home in between since the nausea likes to linger for a bit gta 5 free download voor ipad.
When that lovely song and dance is over, I then move on to the T-H-P infusions. This should be sometime around April. The T is chemo which comes with its own side effects. The H & P are antibody therapies to fight against the HER2. This will be once a week for 3 months. The T-H-P combined will be every 3 weeks, then the other weeks are just the T why can't I audios from whatsapp. The side effects of the T chemo can include feeling tired and weak, upset stomach and throwing up, mouth sores, muscle and joint pain, and losing your eyebrows and eyelashes. I will need to take steroids during this time as one of the side effects can be a rash. So that goes on for 3 months.
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While that is going on, I will also be continuing on with the HP antibody therapies. These will cause fatigue, nausea, insomnia and possible dizziness, numbness, depression, runny nose, among others. This will be ongoing every three weeks and ending in…drum rollllll…
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So that will be the schedule (so far) for the next 1.3 years. No vacations, no supplements, no antioxidant red wine…just chemicals after chemicals, after chemicals pumped into me in order to kill any possible cancer cells that may be lurking in my body and hopefully prevent a recurrence of the breast cancer.
But all of the above being said, I know this is what needs to be done. And I also know there are millions of women who have undergone these treatments and survived. I have had the honor to speak to a few of them who are giving me their best tips for getting through it day by day. I bow to them and their courage and will use them as my inspiration.
And now since we’ve gone through most of the alphabet, let’s move on to numbers.
Start date for chemo treatment #1 – 2/12/2016.
I’ve read it over and over and still can’t believe it.i’m glad u have people to talk to for advise that have gone through it. Especially seeing that they did well and are going on with life. It’s going to be an awful year, no getting around it, but worth it in the end when they say u kicked butt! ! Love u tons. MOM
Thanks, Mom. Love you too. 🙂
Oh Dear Deb, My heart breaks for you and I know it’s going to be tough and a struggle, but you DO have the strength and power to get through this. You are not alone and prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way constantly. Keep in mind that you are in the best of hands, they will take great care of you and don’t focus on the “Possible Side-Effects” focus only on that fact that any lingering cancer cells are being killed off, those suckers! You are stronger then them and once this is all over with, you’ll be healthy and able to do all of the things you love. Once you come out on the other side of this, you’ll be stronger! I truly wish you weren’t dealing with this, but I also know there is a reason for everything that comes our way. We may not see it at that moment, but in time, we will. Keep your chin up and that beautiful smile of yours and know that you have so many who care about you and love you and are rooting for you! Love, Ms. T
Thanks, Mrs. T. Still teaching, I see. 🙂 Great lesson to not focus on the possible side effects. When they are spelled out in black and white in front of you it’s overwhelming, but I will definitely look at the chemo as my chemical army killing any remaining cells. I believe in there being a reason for everything too…looking forward to learning what it could be. Thank you for the pep talk. xoxo
Wow overwhelming is what comes to mind. You have a great support system and have many resources at you disposal use them all. Good luck in my prayers. Carolyn
Thank you, Carolyn. Good advice with the resources and thank you again for the prayers. xoxo
Many healing prayers! (From the Norfolk VA CHKD Oncology Floor)
Kim, OMG right back atcha. I’ve wanted to reach out to you on Facebook, but know you are going through so much right now and didn’t want to add to any of it. I can’t stop thinking about how tough Gracie is and she is without a doubt a huge source of inspiration for me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family as you all battle with her. xoxo
Deb,
Anyone who has worked in entertainment for any length of time and has gone through the shit that you have gone through over the years, can handle this cancer thing headfirst. You are a strong woman who may feel weak at times, But you will get through this storm with grace and a curtsy at the end! We believe in you, now it’s your turn to believe in you. XXXXXXOOOOO
Thank you Adora…Don’t we know it! And come to think it, that could make for a great show pitch – “Tonight, find out who’s tougher, a breast cancer patient going through chemo or a PA who gets put on craft services with a super low budget and picky talent.” 🙂 XOXO
Please be strong and have faith. My prayers will be with you! Love, Claudia (MaDonna’s Soul Sister)
Hi Claudia, thank you so much for posting and for your prayers. I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are also with you. XOXO
Deb,
If you need anything at all please please let me know!!! I don’t care if it’s coming there to keep you company during chemo treatments. Help around the house. Anything!!! I will be there for you
All my love sister
I still can’t believe all of this
Thank you! Just keep being you and checking in and staying strong too. Love you! xoxo
I’m here for whatever u need Maude. You are the strongest woman I know and u will beat this!
Thank you, Claude. xoxo
Keep the Faith, Deb. You got this. F Cancer, your gonna knock that bitch right out of you. Although this will be a life long memory, it’s not gonna be your life. This too shall pass, and you will be better then ever. Sending strength and the power of healing to you through Jesus. Love you, and if you or Billie need anything, dont hesitate to ask. You have a beautiful family and friends around you. All cheering and praying for you. Stay strong.Xoxoxo
“It’s not going to be your life.” – I love that. Thank you so much, Sue. xoxo
Deb
If I am being totally honest with you – this news is making my stomach turn. You have been in my thoughts since I read your first post with this news! You really really are one of the toughest people I have known and I know that you will cry, scream, feel like shit, sleep, lean on BJ and RECOVER!!!
You have your medical plan for 1.3 years. Don’t forget about what makes you happy (other than traveling and wine! Lol) Have a plan on what you will do when you feel like shit – watch the sunrise, write, read, drive to the ocean! (Or make BJ drive you!)
I hope that she too has a support system in place!
Thinking of you every day! Fight this girlfriend! I know you can!
xoxo
Ellen
Thanks, Ellen. Good advice…going to make sure I save some energy to do things that are fun and make me happy on the good days. And I may need to be covered head to toe and sit under four umbrella’s but I’m for sure getting on the beach this summer! Miss you! XOXO
OHHH Maud,
My heart hurts reading this. I just found you again.
I know you’ll get thru it …,you’ve Always Amazed me!
I have family in Hoboken, I need to come see you next time I’m there – it’s been far far too long!
Thinking of you and your big big heart,
❤️ Digger
Digger! That cracked me up. Take one spill in left field and you’re branded for life. LOL. Thank you for this note…and yes, for sure let me know when you’re coming to Hoboken. And PLEASE bring a Buddha Hushfah made out of medical tape…I need it. It worked for my bunting, you never know what other magical powers it could have. 🙂 Love you, Maude
Wishing you strength this week, next week, and all the weeks to come. Your blog brings back memories of our early days of treatment with Liam. His blog, which you taught me how to do, was my therapy, thank you for that.
Xoxo. Meghan (and Bridgett too)
Thanks, Meghan. I think of Liam and all you guys went through often. He is a tough little bugger and I will think of him when I need to be strong as I go through all of this. Blogging is definitely therapeutic and also a good way to let everyone know updates in a more simplistic way. Love you guys and maybe we can get together sooner than later. xoxo
deb you stay strong you will beat this like my sister did!! I’ll be thinking of you and thank you for keeping us informed
Thank you, Dana! Hope you are doing well. xoxo
i’m sitting here wishing i knew exactly what to say that you haven’t already heard in one form or another. all of this info is overwhelming and i can’t begin to imagine how it feels for you. i hope you feel some comfort in knowing you have an army of people rooting for you. kick cancer’s ass– really hard. i know you will.
Thanks, Liz. If only my army could take turns and go sit in that chair for me. LOL. But I will take prayers and positive thoughts in exchange. xoxo
Thankful that it’s. Only stage 2. At moffits cancer center living in hope lodge as home was over three hours away I bonded with a woman older than you Deb finishing up her radiation last treatment she felt icky thought she couldn’t finish the last one I gave her a peppermint and said you can do this she came out and rang that bell! That was 8 years ago and we stay in touch she is still well the friends I have made on my cancer journey I will never forget ❤️
Thank you for sharing this, I love great stories like this! XOXO