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-Trudging through the muck that is Chemotherapy-

Written Apr 29, 2012 5:22pm by Amanda Berbig

It's been a while since I've posted anything, sorry for that. There's just not too much to report. At least not much good and uplifting to report, but I thought it was time to fill you in anyway.

It's been a really rocky patch for the last several days. The second round of Chemo is beating her up pretty badly. The fever is a constant source of worry and makes her weaker and more tired than she would be otherwise. They also tweaked her pain meds, exaggerating the sleepiness. In a way it's good though, it's enabled her to sleep through much more of this rough stuff, making the days pass more quickly. Of course that's a small consolation considering the discomfort she's living with when she's awake. Another small consolation is that it's more or less to be expected from the heavy dose of Chemo she's received.

Today was a little better than the last few. She managed to choke down a bit of Cream of Wheat, which is modestly better than just intervenous food-in-a-bag.

Tomorrow she ought to feel just a tick better too, but then it's back down the rocky road of pain and discomfort for a while, as it'll be time for the other boot of round two to drop. She's strong though, as soon as she's feeling better she won't dwell on the bad stuff, she'll dwell on the pregnancy-like food cravings she's experiencing. Yet another benefit to spending her hospitalization time at the U, lots of good eats nearby.

These bad times aren't fun or easy, but give us a better appreciation for the good days. She'll kick this thing yet, but there's quite a battle to wage before she gets there. Keep praying and posting entry's here. She and I really appreciate the love and support.

I'll try to check in sooner next time, hopefully I'll have some goodness to report.

-Z