I switched chemo drugs yesterday to docetaxel which is not supposed to affect your stomach, but has severe muscle aches instead. My doctor gave me some meds to counter the side effects of the aches and it has worked miracles because I don't feel any pain at all. I had chemo at 12pm yesterday, took a short nap when I got home, and was able to come out to enjoy dinner with my family (something I'm not usually able to do until about 3 days later). My appetite is normal and I feel like I eat what I want without worrying about how it's going to affect how I feel. In general, I didn't feel half as tired as I had been during past treatments and yesterday, I already felt like it was Day 5!
Today I woke up, helped dressed the kids, and even did some dishes. Now mind you, I do feel like I have had chemo but my energy level is at about 80% right now and it feels great. I am going to take it easy nonetheless and stay home a few days because with the docetaxel, it hits the immunity at a faster rate so I will be vulnerable to getting sick.
I have a few things pending this month--genetic test results, final decision on surgery, and the results of my critical illness insurance claim. I will also see a radiologist next month to find out more about radiation therapy and what that entails. Will keep everyone posted.
J
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