Chemo Round 2

I went in for chemo yesterday morning but first had to go through labs to make sure that my counts were back up to a point where I could tolerate chemo. So, I had the blood draw and then went out to wait to get called back for my exam. Turned out that all my counts were good so all aboard the chemo train.

They have a big circle of chairs in the chemo room with a group of nurses who tend to everyone"s needs. Turns out I was first in line but soon there were 6 of us, all being infused with various forms of chemicals that would do their job of killing off the bad cells while hopefully sparing as many of the goood cells as possible.

One more lady joined the group, not to have chemo, but to receive massive dosages of anti-nausea medicine to hopefully stop the intense nausea that had plagued her all week-end. She also needed fluids to reverse her dehydration. I felt so sorry for her. This stuff can and will hopefully be lifesaving but the process can bring you to your knees. It is life-changing.

But, once again, I seem to be tolerating it well 24 hours later I have some minor nausea and a few other symptoms but nothing I can't handle. Went back to the Cancer Center this morning for my "day after chemo" shot...this time as one of the veterans who walk in sporting a hat. Got that "first" behind me.

Tomorrow morning I have an appointment at Midlands Clinic for my thyroid biopsy. No idea what to expect there. Just hoping for the best.

Then am reallly hoping to round out the week by going into the office for a couple of hours on Thursday or Friday before my counts bottom out again next weekend.

Was really excited to see a new crop of followers on here this morning. I truly appreciate all the support.

Later.