Good Morning every one. Its 3:50 A.M., I can't sleep . I have been up & down since 12:30.
This new chemo is kicking my butt. Its called Cisplatin, along with it I'm getting Toposar ((VP-16), which I was on before.
The 1st day went into about 7 hours ,2nd day almost 5 hours .We'll see what today brings .
There is a real good chance ( the hair I did grow back ) could be leaving me again. ( boohoo)
He told me he may only have to do 3 rounds of chemo , but the infusion lab has me down for 6, , but thats ok , All long as it gets this BEAST back out of me . Because of the cisplatin, even on my 2 weeks off from chemo ,I still have to go in on those Tuesdays because I have to have blood work done . Cisplatin can mess with your kidneys ,and other things , I'm glad of it tho because it will keep a constant watch on my white cell count , platelets , & so on & so on .
Thank - You everyone for still keeping up with my blog . I love hearing from everyone & REALLY do appreciate , all the loves and prayers
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JoAnne's Battle With Small Cell Carcinoma of the Lung
About Me
- Jo's Family
- Welcome to our blog. It was originally created created to keep friends and family updated about our loved one, my mom.
Rest In Peace, Mom.
You are loved and missed so much.
8/10/51-11/19/10
Timeline
Middle of September:
Developed a cough different then the norm. Didn't sound really good. I could tell she was concerned but she said she would see if it went away.
End of September:
Cough is getting worrisome. She made an appointment to see the doctor. At this point she was still doing very well but had pains in chest. I could tell that she wasn't feeling good at this point.
Wednesday, October 1st:
Went to the doctor. The doctor did chest x-ray's and the x-ray confirmed pnuemonia. The doctor was concerned that the pnuemonia could be hiding something so she scheduled a follow up exam next week.
Wednesday, October 8th:
During the follow up appointment the doctor found that her supraclavicular lymph node (lymph node above her clavicle) was enlarged. It was not enlarged at all during her previous visit so it caused quite a bit of concern. They scheduled a CT scan on her chest and neck.
Wednesday, October 15th:
CT scan. Mom was feeling pretty weak that day but still in good spirits.
Friday, October 17th:
Results are in. Not good. Looks like lung cancer. The doctor aleady has her scheduled to see a pulmonologist first thing Monday morning.
Mom was feeling pretty crappy this day.
Monday, October 20th:
Pulmonologist appointment. He schedules a Bronchoscopy for Wednesday. Mom wasn't feeling good at all by this point. Took alot out of her even going to the appointment.
Wednesday, October 22nd:
Bronchoscopy. Dr. Marshall was able to get a biopsy. He is 90% sure it is cancer.
Friday, October 24th:
Pulmonologist appointment for results of the brochoscopy. It is indeed small cell carcinoma. An appointment for the Oncologist is scheduled for Tuesday. Mom isn't doing well at all at this point. I'm hoping during this appointment that they can get her scheduled with Dr. Madden today but it doesn't happen.
Tuesday, October 28th:
Went to see Oncologist. Dr. Madden admits her into the hospital immediately.
First two weeks in the hospital:
Definately touch and go. Round the clock breathing treatments, lots of different medication, first round of chemo and LOTS of scares.
Developed a cough different then the norm. Didn't sound really good. I could tell she was concerned but she said she would see if it went away.
End of September:
Cough is getting worrisome. She made an appointment to see the doctor. At this point she was still doing very well but had pains in chest. I could tell that she wasn't feeling good at this point.
Wednesday, October 1st:
Went to the doctor. The doctor did chest x-ray's and the x-ray confirmed pnuemonia. The doctor was concerned that the pnuemonia could be hiding something so she scheduled a follow up exam next week.
Wednesday, October 8th:
During the follow up appointment the doctor found that her supraclavicular lymph node (lymph node above her clavicle) was enlarged. It was not enlarged at all during her previous visit so it caused quite a bit of concern. They scheduled a CT scan on her chest and neck.
Wednesday, October 15th:
CT scan. Mom was feeling pretty weak that day but still in good spirits.
Friday, October 17th:
Results are in. Not good. Looks like lung cancer. The doctor aleady has her scheduled to see a pulmonologist first thing Monday morning.
Mom was feeling pretty crappy this day.
Monday, October 20th:
Pulmonologist appointment. He schedules a Bronchoscopy for Wednesday. Mom wasn't feeling good at all by this point. Took alot out of her even going to the appointment.
Wednesday, October 22nd:
Bronchoscopy. Dr. Marshall was able to get a biopsy. He is 90% sure it is cancer.
Friday, October 24th:
Pulmonologist appointment for results of the brochoscopy. It is indeed small cell carcinoma. An appointment for the Oncologist is scheduled for Tuesday. Mom isn't doing well at all at this point. I'm hoping during this appointment that they can get her scheduled with Dr. Madden today but it doesn't happen.
Tuesday, October 28th:
Went to see Oncologist. Dr. Madden admits her into the hospital immediately.
First two weeks in the hospital:
Definately touch and go. Round the clock breathing treatments, lots of different medication, first round of chemo and LOTS of scares.
4 comments:
Love you, Mom!
Chemo may have you feeling down right now but before long you'll be back on your feet again trying to get away with doing my laundry *chuckle*.
(((hugs)))
~Bean
Dear Joanne,
You have such a great attitude. I know it will get you through this battle like the last one.
I want to wish you a Happy Mother's Day! Jeannie & you have a very special relationship. She is amazing.
Love,
Monica
Hi Jo Well I found it Thinking about you happy Mothers day Love Terry & loisann
I am sorry the chemo is making you sick Jo! Stay strong and know I am always praying for you!! Let your beautiful daughter take good care of you!!! {{Hugs}}
Stacie
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