Today I started the second series of radiation - it is the same amount of radiation but focused on a smaller part of the original layout. My counts are all up from last week and are close to but only slightly below normal. I took a serious pain pill last night and the aching didn't keep me awake and the "no worries" Lorazepam helped with good night sleep, too.
The red blood/oxygen ratio is great so I feel energetic. This is such a boost. I'm not thinking about this is terms of Day 18 or Week 4 Day 3. I'm thinking about 12 treatment days to go. I need to get through next week and I think I will - feeling very well today and there is the two day weekend break coming up before and after.
If I can get through next week then I can start chemo on the 19th and that is the beginning of the end. The radiation will be set to boost at that time: same amount of radiation but a smaller area.
Thanks you all for your friendship and interest and good energy.
Betsy
PS I was surprised to see the slide show!
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It was good to have lunch with you today, Betsy. I hope your doctor report tomorrow is what you hope for so that you can start the last leg of this journey. Your bravery and strength amaze me.
Love,
Cathy
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