~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on May 25, 2018 20:41:06 GMT
I completed my radiation treatments and had the SAVI catheter removed today. It's been a long week, but I would not have done it any other way.
I have a week of respite. Then I begin chemo on the 6th of June.
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Post by donna on May 25, 2018 20:43:38 GMT
I am glad the week went well. I am also glad you have a week off. Radiation can be just as draining as the chemo treatments yet people tend to treat them like they are not as serious.
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Post by gale w on May 25, 2018 20:45:35 GMT
{{hugs}}
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River
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Post by River on May 25, 2018 20:50:16 GMT
Prayers as you move on to the next phase. So glad to hear you have a week of respite.  |
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Post by flanz on May 25, 2018 20:51:05 GMT
I am glad the week went well. I am also glad you have a week off. Radiation can be just as draining as the chemo treatments yet people tend to treat them like they are not as serious. I've heard they are exhausting, and some people suffer radiation burns...  |
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Post by flanz on May 25, 2018 20:51:26 GMT
Hooray! And wishing you a fun-filled week ahead!
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scrappert
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Post by scrappert on May 25, 2018 20:51:44 GMT
Prayers for continued strength as you move towards chemo.
Hugs to you, relax on your week off.
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~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on May 25, 2018 21:23:42 GMT
I am glad the week went well. I am also glad you have a week off. Radiation can be just as draining as the chemo treatments yet people tend to treat them like they are not as serious. I've heard they are exhausting, and some people suffer radiation burns... Mine was done internally, so I was spared that. |
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~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on May 25, 2018 21:27:45 GMT
I am glad the week went well. I am also glad you have a week off. Radiation can be just as draining as the chemo treatments yet people tend to treat them like they are not as serious. It's an exhaustion I have never felt before for sure. I felt like a balloon that someone let all of the air out of. Plus, I'm on a heavy duty antibiotic because of the catheter and open wound. Right now, I'm pumped up and excited. DH and I are going to take advantage of it and have a date night 🙂 |
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Post by papersilly on May 25, 2018 21:28:59 GMT
Enjoy your week before chemo! Stay strong!
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Post by Delta Dawn on May 25, 2018 21:34:15 GMT
Superhero in action. We are all right there with you every step of the way.
We love you!!!!!
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mimima
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Post by mimima on May 25, 2018 21:42:14 GMT
Good to hear the update, may chemo go well
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Post by flanz on May 25, 2018 21:54:54 GMT
I've heard they are exhausting, and some people suffer radiation burns... Mine was done internally, so I was spared that. I'm so glad, Susan! I was reading about the interesting new protocol when you wrote about it earlier. Seems really great! |
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on May 25, 2018 22:05:39 GMT
Heal well and have a happy week. Happiness is important - keep your excitement going. Good for you!
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Post by ametallichick on May 25, 2018 23:08:11 GMT
Hugs to you! Enjoy your date night.
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Post by elaine on May 25, 2018 23:16:08 GMT
Yay! I was wondering if you had done your radiation yet. I’m so glad to hear you are done with that step.  I’m starting chemo the week after you. I’m having my port installed on Wednesday and my baseline EKG on Tuesday. What regimen are they putting you on? |
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Post by internetmama on May 25, 2018 23:19:12 GMT
One thing done! Congrats!
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Post by aljack on May 25, 2018 23:24:13 GMT
Glad you are past this stage and wishing you continued prayers for health and courage as you undergo the next.
Thnaks for the update. I hope you can find something fun to do this week just for you!
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~Susan~
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Post by ~Susan~ on May 25, 2018 23:41:53 GMT
Yay! I was wondering if you had done your radiation yet. I’m so glad to hear you are done with that step. I’m starting chemo the week after you. I’m having my port installed on Wednesday and my baseline EKG on Tuesday. What regimen are they putting you on? I will be doing TC chemo by IV. I will be doing 4 rounds every 3 weeks. I asked about a port, but this regimen is tolerated well by IV they told me. My SO and MO told me that they didn't really want me to have anymore surgery than absolutely necessary. Even at my "young age", my body has been through a lot in a short time. They both thought my veins could tolerate the TC well. |
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Post by Mystie on May 25, 2018 23:50:34 GMT
I hope you have a really restful week!
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Post by dewryce on May 26, 2018 0:04:37 GMT
Enjoy your date night and rest of week! I'm glad things are moving along seemingly smoothly for you, and we've got your back again come June 6th!
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2018 0:22:14 GMT
I'm so glad to hear it went as well as could be expected. Now let your body rest and recover before phase two. I hope someone is pampering you at home.
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Post by baslp on May 26, 2018 0:27:07 GMT
Enjoy your week off of treatment— rest and relax if possible.
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Post by leftturnonly on May 26, 2018 0:27:16 GMT
One big step done. CHECK.
You deserve to have a nice evening.
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Post by mikklynn on May 26, 2018 1:12:45 GMT
Superhero in action. We are all right there with you every step of the way. We love you!!!!! EXACTLY!!! |
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Post by scrapmaven on May 26, 2018 1:22:19 GMT
Yay! I was wondering if you had done your radiation yet. I’m so glad to hear you are done with that step. I’m starting chemo the week after you. I’m having my port installed on Wednesday and my baseline EKG on Tuesday. What regimen are they putting you on? , you're well on your way to being completely cancer free and making this entire thing past history. You too, elaine. I'm sorry that you have to go through the icky phase, but it's going to save your lives and I'm not sorry about that. |
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Post by bc2ca on May 26, 2018 1:29:52 GMT
Enjoy your date night and a restful week!
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Post by tanya2 on May 28, 2018 5:18:02 GMT
I'm glad to hear you've made it through radiation. I had 4 rounds of TC too, also every 3 weeks. The IV was fine, other than a bit of bruising from the less-gentle nurses. You can do it!!!
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Post by eastcoastpea on May 28, 2018 11:00:06 GMT
You are kicking butt. Wishing you continued strength through this journey.
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Post by inkedup on May 28, 2018 11:07:35 GMT
You've already been through so much. Wishing you a week of rest, and sending good vibes as you prepare for chemo.
Big hugs to you. I'm sorry you're going through this.
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