Well, an update. I did have my 8 hours of Chemo last Sunday. It was a long day, but no problems. After we drove back home to Granbury from MDAnderson in Houston. Mon and Tue were not bad. Wed night I started aching. I think every joint and muscle in my body was hurting. I was told to drink lots of water -- up to 1 gallon a day. So, that means up all night making trips to the bathroom. Thursday afternoon...I became totally incontinent. This is so embarrassing. I can't think of anything worse to happen at the moment. Well, I can..but this is embarrassing for me. <smile> At least, I don't get up every 1-1/2 to 2 hours at night, so I have gotten two pretty good nights of rest. I think I have been very fortunate in that I have not had any nausea ... until today. After eating toast this morning, I am feeling rather nauseas. I did take the meds and it seems to be helping. I woke up feeling so good. And then, "blah." I guess that is normal.
I have been searching for a vaginal cancer support group, but have been unable to find one. So, since you have supported me so much, here I am again. Just wanted to vent about this latest.
I do have an appointment with a Medical GYN Oncologist in Ft. Worth on Tuesday who hopefully will administer the 2nd and 3rd rounds of the chemo in Ft. Worth rather than having to travel all the way to Houston. That will be a big help.
I have also started a program of Guided Imagery by Gerald White. He is a dear friend and I have seen, and know, many cancer survivors that have been helped by his guided imagery program.
www.cancerwardmaarsjourney.com I feel confident that the GI will help my state of mind and help my body fight this awful disease.
Thank you all for listening. I treasure your being here for m.
Henri