Mom started her last chemo drip in this round at around 10:00 am. The infectious disease doc came by and said all looked good.
Her oncologist and a UW med student came around 11:00. We discussed the lower dose and he said that the slight reduction by 15 to 20% was to try and counter some of the reactions she had to the first round. The heart medication keeps her heart on a regular beat and will continue for sure through the chemo.
We went for a walk around both wings twice – she did not use the IV pole for support. This makes her really work on her balance. She really wants the cycle at home so that she can do cardio as she gets that it is very important to exercise to recover from the chemo.
Mom sends her love and can hardly wait to get home which will probably be tomorrow evening. We ordered new pajamas for Mom and are going to set an appointment for the wig fitting.
Daughter Sarah
Monday, March 24, 2008
Last Chemo This Round
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Healing thoughts from the Desnoyers in Montréal. Over Easter supper, we remembered our last time together at the Willow Inn, with Constance too.
Monique from Ottawa
Anno, we are so happy to hear your second round of chemo has been much easier on you. You must be really excited to finally know you are going back to your home at Horizon House. Have fun wig shopping. Can't wait to see your new hairdo. Keep up your great positive attitude!
Love, Paul and Donna
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