I had a routine appointment with my doctor last Thursday and she had to check me out since she was away during my last treatment and I was seen by her replacement. Dr. S didn't feel that the tumor had shrunk a significant amount. She said that tumors can have scar tissue and other barriers that make it difficult to "feel" its actual size. Even though I have felt that the tumor has gotten smaller (my breasts look symmetrical now compared to before when the right side was more than a half size larger), I can't be sure. Lymph nodes, however, are much better indicators of whether or not the chemo has been effective. After looking back at her notes from our first visit, she was happy to report that my lymph nodes had shrunk from over 3 cm masses to a 1.5! So as long as the cancer is not advancing, we are making progress.
Going into the 4th cycle of treatment, I did not feel any self-induced nausea. I think it was my own mind playing tricks on me since I knew it was the last "bad" one. I faired the best I ever had and didn't even vomit! The past few days have just been laying low but I was already out today for lunch and a walk around the mall during Aidan's school time. Looking forward to chowing down on good food and hanging with good company this week!
Love, J
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