Thursday, February 5, 2009

Rx Mixup

I guess you'd call it a prescription faux pax. I had failed to renew the steroid medicine, and was subsequently under for the steroids, which brought back the headaches. Got that straight, and have been back on track for a few days. Don't use the pain killers anymore - or at least haven't lately.

Last week of radio therapy - get to keep the mask. Then meet again next week with Dr Shiff, the Chemo doc. I am guessing that this first meeting will be to discuss the treatment options. At least I am ready to see what's next.

Had a soiree last Saturday and it was fun. I want to thank everyone who showed. It was heart warming for everyone's concern and best wishes. A real neat morale booster. It kept me going for a few days. The following Monday, all was fine. Tuesday brought the ravages of Radio into full play. Extreme fatigue and overall pains. Moving about - 5 mph. The the shower - what's all that hair from? 

Yep - finally got me. And real cold.

But, I got the mask. Will try to get some snapshots up later today.

Met with the Radio doc after my last treatment on Friday. The immediate plan is to return in 2 weeks for a general check. Then within 6 weeks another MRI to check the lesions and size and condition. Maybe more from there.

I will find out Tuesday what Chemo brings on. Not sure if they will give me any time off for good behavior with Radio. I need to bulk up a bit more and get some strength back. Exercise, I know, as I can. It will be good for me.

Kinda of a lazy snowy day. Will spend my time just putzing around. Do something, forget and move on to something else. Just try to keep a reasonable sleeping pattern. That is a real hard one too.

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