My Cancer Journey

Today I'm here at The Walker Clinic getting treatment number 4. They were able to show me the CT pictures. The tumour has shrunk a lot. I really am fortunate that the treatments have been adjusted and improved over the years. The knowledge that is on display in the medical system is pretty impressive. Here in the chemo station everyone has a different treatment that targets their particular type of cancer. So, now that my tumour has shrunk so much, I'm not experiencing any of the issues that alerted me to the cancer. I used to have a lot of stomach pain. It got worse as the tumour grew. I don't think I've taken any pain medication for this in over a month because there isn't any pain. Sure, I feel really sick after chemo, but that's way better than the constant pain. Last time I had chemo I couldn't keep anything down on Wednesday so this time someone will come to my house to give me an I.V. with liquids and with an anti-nausea medication. That will ke...

Tomorrow, Monday May 17, I will be going into the hospital for a CT scan.  I'm excited to find out how things are going inside of me. Since it's picture day I should wear something special. Drop your suggestions in the comments and I'll use the best idea (according to me). The last picture day at school didn't go as planned so I want to be prepared. Update: I decided to get all dressed up for a change from wearing PJ's all day, every day. I'll learn about the results of the CT scan on Tuesday when I go for chemo.

I haven't been updating this blog recently. That's because things have been going well. I've been feeling really good. If you know me you know that I'm not a relaxer. I have 10 ideas for every one I can implement. So, I've been gardening, cooking, and going on biking and running adventures. In fact, I've run 3 times on the treadmill and 3 times on the road since my last chemo treatment. I'm thinking of signing up for the Hamilton Road To Hope race in the fall. That'll give me a goal to help continue. Dr. Maida said that they will take a scan to see how the cancer is responding to treatment now that we're at the halfway point. (Today is my 3rd chemo treatment.). They'll be looking for 50% or more reduction in the size of the tumours.  That should happen in a couple of weeks before treatment 4. I am still so thankful to all the people who have been praying for me.  It is encouraging to know your love.