As per usual, have to stop by the vampire station to have blood drawn. I also have to do urine tests for the drug trial. There really isn't a dignified way to pee in a cup, is there?
I meet with my oncologist to discuss how I am doing, side effects and all. My blood work is finally back to normal, all the levels are good. The hives/itchiness are not as prominent these days, which is nice. The water pill is working nicely, much of the bloating in my face and arms has gone down. Still have some in the abdominal area, but it is a bit more comfortable than before. Still only have one pair of jeans that fit though. I have some fluid build up in my hand from the lymphedema that does not seem to be going down. The doctor is going to give me a referral for physical therapy.
This lymphedema thing really sucks!!! I do my exercises everyday. But, it only takes a little stress to activate it. I'm still trying to find the appropriate recovery time for using my left arm/hand. Even doing simple chores like washing dishes seems to lead to some swelling. Very frustrating!!!
Next stop today, I get to go upstairs to the research facility. It's a secure part of the Cedars Cancer Center that you have to be escorted in and out of. Serious business.
And, now the fun begins. More needles. Blah. Today I am getting two shots. A small dose of the study drug in one and a control shot of saline in the other. These are to be administered into my left thigh. Oh, Yay!!! When I initially agreed to this I don't think I had ever had a shot in my thigh. Not really pleasant. Nope, not at all. And these were only small doses. Can't wait til I get the real ones. Not!!
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