Well, yesterday was interesting. I did not receive my treatment, but did find out why I have been so bloody tired and have had untouchable headaches: my blood work this time around showed I was VERY anemic, like 40% low. Kind of like being 2 quarts low of oil in your car. Chemo supresses the white blood cell production as well as the red, but I receive a boost to help my body make more white. This comes in the form of my Neulasta shot I receive 24 hours after the treatment. They don't give me a boost for the red blood cell production for a few reasons, most of them falling into the too dangerous category. So, the Doc said no chemo, but I had a blood transfusion instead (2 units). We don't know the reason, which is a bit perplexing. He has ordered some tests (endoscopy) so see where it (the blood) is going. Hopefully, some of it is because of the chemo eating away the red blood cells, and the other is as simple as leaving via my colon and beyond. It was a weird feeling to be almost upset at not getting the treatment, but I really want this all behind me. But here is what I have come up with:
Positive side of this #1: I get another week of feeling better before I do it again.
#2: I don't have to have a treatment the week of Sadie's school vacation!
#3: I don't have a headache.
#4. I now understand why I have been SO wiped out.
#5. There are actually icicles melting outside, which means spring is closer and closer every day, which means the end of March will be here before we know it.
I will keep you all posted as to what happens next. In the mean while, keep smiling and enjoying life!
Love Ash
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Hey there sweet lady. I just love all of the Positives that you have come up with. Don't worry this will all be behind you pretty soon. We miss you so much at Keepers. Keep us posted and just enjoy the week off.
Love you and miss you,
Kim
Always the optimist. I love that about you. My sister had several times when she couldn't receive treatments either because of her counts. She got had to get those shots, too in between treatments to boost her immune system. Enjoy Sadie's vacation and rest up. Love, Destiny
Ash,
Well that indeed was a surprise. Well there certainly were plenty of benefits from not getting the treatment this week. Not having a headache and not being so tired sounds like a real plus. You are certanly focusing on the positive. We hope the blood count recovers and good luck with endoscopy. I've had one and it is not a big deal to have this procedure. Please keep us all posted. We love you.
Kathy
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