Rosie's Cancer Journey

I got so tired at 8:30 that I went to bed. But I have been awake off and on for 2.5 hours now – insomnia, so lovely!

Things are going okay so far. I have had some waves of nausea despite the nausea meds. They pass quickly, so I haven’t needed to take extra. I was hyper and had super bouncy brain the day after infusion, thanks to the steroids, I’m guessing! That has calmed down, thankfully. I’m at work and that helps keep me busy and happy because I love my job.

I have a wig consultation on Saturday. I want to see what that’s all about because I’m told I will start to lose my hair soon. I don’t want to lose chunks of hair when I’m at work or out and about. I ordered beanies to have on hand just in case.

On Tuesday, I have surgery early morning to get my port for infusions placed. I’m familiar with that because my dad had one. I’m a little scared about it but it will be over the same day and I will be back at work the next day. It shouldn’t be a big deal.

I go in for chemo every three weeks. My next treatment is November 24.

I have been told that once the steroids stop in the next day or so, I might get lethargic and tired. But hey, maybe I can combat that with extra coffee (my favorite). I’m also trying to drink green tea (which is NOT coffee) in the afternoons when I want something else. Green tea is supposed to be good for me but I need to experiment more to find a combo I enjoy. And yes, I’m trying to stay hydrated with all of this, too!

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One more thing – I got my genetic testing back and there was nothing of concern on there. That is good news for family to know.