Saturday, September 17, 2011
Side Effects
One of the chemo drugs has a common side effect of losing sensation in your hands and feet (peripheral neuropathy). In the first round of 6 treatments I was fortunate and did not have any such side effects. After my liver surgery this changed and each chemo session brings a bit more neuropathy to my feet especially but also hands. It is to the level of annoyance not debilitating so that is good. We are trying some things to help including vitamin supplements, and OHSU suggested trying acupuncture, so we'll see how that goes.
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you'll be like most chefs with burned fingers!
ReplyDeleteYou got this thing on the ropes! 4 more treatments and this thing is history!
ReplyDeleteSending lots of positive thoughts Jim. :-)
My prayers are always with you and Lu
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Babe - holy toledo - we are almost at the half point - yee haw!!! The kids and I are so proud of you and we LOVE, LOVE, LOVE you.
ReplyDeleteWhen you are in the thick of chemo's fog and fatigue, and it's beating down your spirit, here is helpful wisdom from another fierce and wild animal I adore:
"...there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." -Winnie the Pooh
We are blessed, you are kicking this and God is before us and beside us every step of the way.
Love,
Blue
I'm intrigued with the acupuncture. Lots of people I know swear by it - hope it works for you. much love, Joan
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