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Related: About this forumGetting my "last" chemo as we speak
WiFi connection from the hospital's oncology center.
This is the twelveth over 8 months (would have been 6 but platelets didn't always cooperate).
Overall, this concludes my second round of chemo, for Stage IV CC with mets to the lungs.
I have the option of continuing indefinitely if I want to be on top of it, or I can monitor on a regular basis. I think I'm going to take a break because I have chemo-induced diabetes and I think ongoing runs for the next two years will wreak more havoc on my body from the diabetes than anything the chemo will do. Of course, monitor via PET scans every 3 to 6 months.
Today isn't really my last day free, as I have to wear an infusion pump until Thursday; and I fully expect I'll have to repeat this whole process in two or three years, but it's "last day" for now!
polly7
(20,582 posts)send good vibes and a "yay!" for a break from the chemo, I'm sure it's a huge relief.
Yes, it is.
Irishonly
(3,344 posts)Let the party begin. You can start out slowly and build up till the infusion pump is removed. I remember my last chemo. If I could have done a head stand I would have.
Tab
(11,093 posts)Was good for about 2-ish years. Not under any illusions it'll be forever, but I'll take each day as it comes.
Thanks!
Irishonly
(3,344 posts)Taking each day as it comes is the best we all can do. I do hope this round lasts more than your first round did.
slipslidingaway
(21,210 posts)one step at a time ... but stay vigilant.
Best wishes for the next scan
sinkingfeeling
(53,399 posts)plenty of radiation with all those PET scans! Sending good vibes your way.
Uben
(7,719 posts)..enjoy your break. I hope life is good to you. You've earned it! Good luck friend.
Helen Reddy
(998 posts)((((((Tab)))))
As all the wise people relay. One step at a time.
Tab
(11,093 posts)Results from PET scan show cancer not growing, but not reducing. IOW, held in place. Recommendation is to continue chemo indefinitely. Some time off could allow it to grow resistant and grow unchecked, forcing me into (relatively quickly) an even stronger chemo.
So, more of the same.
(sigh)
Irishonly
(3,344 posts)The good news is that the cancer hasn't grown and the chemo may prevent it. I went two rounds 13 years ago and I still shudder when I think about it. I light candles every night (even in the heat of summer although they don't stay lit long) for those fighting cancer and those who are no longer with us. I will be thinking of you every night.
I was finally diagnosed with Graves Disease. I have been ill for a long time and no one could figure out what was wrong. The medication is finally starting to work and I hope to start doing some long distance Reiki soon. I will let you know when I able to start,
Hang in there and know many people are pulling for you.