Went in for my pre-chemo blood tests this morning. The good news is that my white cell count was very good and my red cell count was “low, but acceptable.” Apparently all that spinach and red meat I’ve been eating has done the job. But here’s the bad news: My platelet count was low, which […]

I have a “beautifully shaped head.” I have this on very good authority — my mom (who, I have to acknowledge, is most likely biased, since she had a hand in creating that head), my stylist, and a few of my quilting buddies have all told me that my bald head is a lovely shape. […]

I’ve turned a corner today. Yes, yesterday sucked, I spent most of the day napping, and by the time I went to bed, the leg cramps had come back full force and even a huge dose of ibuprophen, a hot shower and heating pads didn’t provide much relief. I’m happy to report that today is […]

Today is Day 6 of my third round of chemo and I’m supposed to be writing — I have two articles due to a client. But I just can’t concentrate. I don’t think it’s the “low red cell fatigue” we were cautioned to look out for…I’m just damn tired. On the positive side, I am […]

So it’s been three weeks and I’m finally over the allergies… thank god. I think I’ve gone a full 10 hours without sneezing. Joy! Had my third round of chemo yesterday and I’m officially in the ‘Roid Rage stage of the cycle. To reduce the side effects of my chemo cocktail, I take 20 MG […]