Monthly Archives: December 2011

It’s hard to believe, but tomorrow marks the half-way point of my chemotherapy infusions!  Hooray!!! Unfortunately, the Infusion Center receptionist knows who I am by face now.  Otherwise, I would send one of my nice friends (who are always asking … Continue reading →

This has not been a good week for me. First I had excessive fatigue for six days straight and I haven’t bounced back like I normally do. Then, about three days ago I developed mouth sores, complete with a huge, … Continue reading →

After only three infusions, I’m starting to see a pattern with how my body is reacting to the chemotherapy.  My infusion is every other Friday.  I feel amazing and full of energy the weekends after infusions.  Then, I come crashing … Continue reading →

One of the most frequent questions I get asked is about my appetite. To be honest, it is surprising to me how hungry I am the days immediately following my chemotherapy infusions. I am talking a Godzilla-Eat-The-Top-Off-The-Empire-State-Building size need for … Continue reading →

The loss of the hair on my head is a current side effect of the chemotherapy drugs.  I’ve been told by other breast cancer survivors to not be surprised if I lose my eyebrows.  After doing some research, I found … Continue reading →

There is a routine when getting an infusion.  First, I report to the infusion room.  There, the nurse gets me ready for an infusion by prepping the port.  She then draws blood so the lab can make sure all my … Continue reading →

First thing in the morning I report to the Infusion Department for round three of chemotherapy.  Here’s hoping the medicine will continue to knock those little ninja cells back! Today is a good day!

For an entire week, I’ve had the worse case of dry eyes.  My contacts have been scratchy and itchy.  All I could think was, “Damn chemo, I’m not going to be able to wear contact lenses.”  Some evenings, I would … Continue reading →