Well, we thought since she was done with Adriamycin [and Cytoxan] AND her 2nd regimen of chemo consisted only of Taxol, that the last four treatments would be more tolerable - WRONG. Cathy had lots of pain [some coming/going, others chronic and staying put in the same places]. Additionally she had g.i. "issues" which didn't seem to resolve themselves until late Friday, 1/9. Taxol is known for this, but she might have had a bug, since I had some of it, too.
We did have a delightful, and almost normal, weekend spent with dear friends and shared over food, games and "24" [not to minimize those other dear friends we weren't with!]
Today saw Cathy receive round #6 [of 8] and she is now 1/2 way done with Taxol [but not 'til all the "fun" is over as a result]. We are thrilled with the care she is receiving from her oncologist and we can trace all of Cathy's excellent care to the initial referral from her OB-GYN and fellow College Church member, Susan Acuna!
Due to Cathy's evident peeling skin on her hands and the other symptoms she expressed, Dr. Bayer is considering reducing the amount of chemo that is administered to her [evidently Cathy is so sensitive that the dose she is receiving might be superfluous]. As I write, she is tired but still awake at this late hour and "relatively" symptom free ... until the steroids and Emend [three very expensive daily anti-nausea pills she take] wear off.
We are so grateful for your interest, care, encouragement and prayers. G'nite!
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