Carol already received the 4 doses of the 2 chemotherapy drugs prescribed for this protocol. The 4 days went by without major side effects to speak of. Other non chemo drugs were added yesterday to help prepare her body to fight GVHD (Graft Versus Host Decease). One of these drugs is administered by a small portable pump that will have to be worn 24/7 for a period of time. Others are in the form of pills.
Doctors told us to expect some kind of a reaction to the chemo a few days into the treatment and they were right. Last night Carol started feeling the effects of the combination of the drugs. (Discomfort all around, lack of hunger, nausea +)
The next few days are going to be a bit difficult because the chemo is supposed to reduce her blood counts in preparation for and after the transplant, which is schedule for Tuesday July 6th.
Today Carol asked to postpone a visit from her father and stepmother Joe and Joyce, for another time when she hopefully feels better.
The days feel much longer when she feels pretty tired and hopeless so we hope to get through this stage soon.
Thank you.
Jaime
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Hi Jamie, please send our love to Carol. This is such a tough fight but you are both so strong. All the family and your friends are praying each day that she gets through this, and with not to many side effects. We are appreciating the blog,many hugs and kisses to you both. Arlene and Paul
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ReplyDeleteTell Carol that Sandy and I are thinking about her, only positive thoughts. We are now permanently in Florida, and will make the trek over to see you guys when you think the time is right. Thanks for keeping us informed. Hugs and kisses,
ur cuz Frankie