I woke up feeling a bit yucky. I don't really know why. My stomach was a little out of sorts and I just didn't feel that surge of energy, that "let's kick this thing" attitude that I felt for the previous two treatments. It could be that I am already getting sick of this mess. … Continue reading Chemotherapy Treatment Number Three
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Chemotherapy Treatment Number Two
I was a little nervous for this one. My lack of symptoms from the last treatment made me think that this one would be my doozy! But I guess my body is stronger than the average bear because this one was easier than the first...no pain, no reactions, no symptoms. And best of all, it … Continue reading Chemotherapy Treatment Number Two
Healthy and Ready for Round 2
I saw my doctor yesterday. It was my first follow-up since chemo number one. I think I was subconsciously a little apprehensive about this appointment. Maybe I, like my students, thought that all would happen during round one. As if I would get to the doctor and he would say I'm so sorry but your … Continue reading Healthy and Ready for Round 2
Chemotherapy Treatment Number 1
Hodgkin's Lymphoma requires a chemo regimen of ABVD drugs for 6 cycles. A cycle consists of two sessions of chemo per month. Therefore, this whole process should take six months if my body responds completely to the treatment. I must admit that I was looking forward to the first treatment. Not in the "woohoo CHEMO!" … Continue reading Chemotherapy Treatment Number 1
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