BOOTSIE ~ nice to hear from you; and thanks for that reminder -- I have always loved that poem/story "FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND", and often think of it whenever I need some extra encouragement. That story always reminds me of the verse ~ Isaiah 46:4 ~ "I will carry you ..." (and more). I was reading verses in Isaiah tonight; and thought how it really was a book of hope with so many promises to help us get through health issues and grief.
I have heard so many different possible symptoms from the chemo; and I may have some or very little. I thought that it was interesting they told me to pack a lunch to bring with me becuz I would be there a long time. Later on, I thought that must mean that they think that I'll be able to eat then. I will bring lots to drink too: water, juice, and gingerale, I think.
TRISH ~ that does make sense: if they went in through the throat, that it will take a few days for him to be able to talk clearly and eat normally. Maybe he should stick with creamy or soft foods like puddings, etc for a few days. When I was in the hospital, I had a hoarse voice and very sore throat from the tubes in my nose/throat. That did go away by the end of the first week. So sending up prayers that it's just a sore throat kind of thing for TONI too.
I know they tell you about all the possible side effects; and you hope & pray that there will be none, or minimal at the least. I am taking stuff with me to do (books, puzzles, and music) just in case I do get a bit nauseated -- some say keeping busy helps.
I'm trying to tweak my plan this week; slowly eating less so I can maintain my weight. Funny how they wanted me to eat more; and now I am gaining weight, they tell me to eat less.
The DA said not everyone has weight-loss and nausea/vomiting issues, but that I may. They suggested that I start eating even MORE veggies and lay off any junkies.
So, I have a little conflicting advice going on here. I don't want to gain anymore either, so I think I need to figure out how much I can eat now that I don't have that giant tumor in there sharing my food ...
They also told me that I WILL lose my hair; so they fudged the first time, but were more forthright this second visit. She said that the first round is for observation and my hair will start falling out after the 2nd or 3rd session. I just hope that I don't have any anxiety episodes; but thank goodness they don't last long if I pray and do my breathing techniques which help a lot. These anxiety issues run in our family, so I am praying for healing for our whole family for that.
Sending up ^PRAYERS^ for you and yours, as always ...
