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Had my 7th chemo!
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Sep 09, 2006 - 12:55 pm
Hi everyone. Well, I just wanted to let you know that the doctor went ahead with the 7th, plus they gave me a shot of Aranesp (spelling). They said the shot would cause bone pain & flu-like symptoms. But, I found out more about the marker numbers. I asked why the numbers were just dropping 7 points now. He said they look at the percentage of drop, not the number. He said I am still dropping at close to the 30% range. That was encouraging. He said he might do even 9 or 10 treatments. He would like me to drop to 10. All depends if I can do it, I guess. So far, I'm feeling the same today. Boy, Bonnie!!!!!!!! I read your whole story on MOVA site. You are truly a WOW girl! What an inspiration you are to all of us. Prayers and hugs back to you and everyone, MM |
Joined: May 2003
So glad to hear, MM that the doctor gave you a favorable and positive explanation of your numbers. That must have made you happy. Hope you don't experience too much of side effects this time around. As far as possibly needing a few more treatments, I guess I'd rather follow through with it than to have to come back again! After my last treatment I wasn't sure if my doctor would want me to have more or not, so I kind of prepared myself for that possibility. I sure wasn't looking forward to it, but would have done it if necessary. So glad I didn't need to. Remember, if you do, we're still here for you to help through the rough moments.
Have a great weekend and give yourself some TLC!
Hugs!
Monika
Joined: Jul 2005
I had several aranesp shots and they did not bother me. They are suppose to make you have more energy. If your body can tolerate the chemo I'm for getting as much as you can