Tag Archives: cancer treatment
1st Day of Kadcyla
October 12, 2018 I got my first dose of Kadcyla today. It’s another targeted chemotherapy drug that is supposed to stop the cancer from growing and spreading. The previous two targeted chemotherapy drugs, Herceptin and Perjeta, clearly weren’t working for … Continue reading →
The Brain Surgery
The pre-surgical appointments all got done and are out of the way. I know pretty much what to expect at this point. The Visual Fields Test was sort of revealing to me. My peripheral vision is worse than I thought, … Continue reading →
Neurosurgery Appointment
September 21, 2018 I had an appointment with a neurosurgeon at 7:15 am this morning. The scheduling was more for him than me because he’ll be away for the next week. That gives me enough time to do all the … Continue reading →
That Went to Hell Fast
September 20, 2018 My regular Oncologist is out of town at a conference, so the Radiation Oncologist is keeping tabs on the MRI results this afternoon. She told me that if I hadn’t heard from her by 4:30 pm to … Continue reading →
30-Day Breast Radiation Follow-up
September 20, 2018 I had my 30-day follow up after completing my 7-1/2 weeks of radiation for my breast and chest today. My skin looks mostly normal again. The Radiation Oncologist said that she can hardly tell they did anything … Continue reading →
What to Eat – Seasonal Treats
Seeing as we’re getting into the holiday season, I thought I’d share some seasonal treats that I’ve found that aren’t awful on the taste buds when on chemos or other drugs that alter taste. Different chemos cause different taste issues, and … Continue reading →
Seeing the Forest for the Trees
September 19, 2018 I’ve worn glasses since I was in 3rd grade. Every couple of years I need a new pair with a stronger prescription. I’m pretty much blind as a bat, my glasses have mostly been like Coke bottle … Continue reading →
