Approaching chemo #6

I must say that I am getting very excited about the final chemo. I am not looking forward to the side effects; but, I have to say that they will be the last time I will ever have to experience them. I know that this will come and go quickly. However, I do have to admit that I am very leary about what to expect. My last chemo went ok. I was able to prepare myself for the constipation, the upset stomach, the irritation to my mouth and lips, the dry sinuses, the dry skin, the irritation to my scalp and oddly to say, the irritation to the palms of my hands. For some reason, my palms felt as though they were on fire. I have had a very sore throat for some time and my eyes are constantly hurting. I have had a migraine for well over a week and this is irritating. I have been able to work with a migraine now with little effort. The chemo has amplified the effects. I have had to wear my sunglasses more and to keep some things at a low light.

I am looking forward to some changes. I have had to take more stomach acid pills this time around. I was planning on not taking anything, but the burn to my stomach and my throat was too much to bear. I have been able to eat more food and I have been able to drink some coffee! I have had to purchase coffee with chickory and make it light with a lot of milk and honey. I am very thankful for honey! It has been so good for my throat and stomach. I will be learning more about these foods to be able to help others.

Radiation will be coming soon and I am not all that thrilled about it. I will have to be able to withstand the blasts and be open for everyone to see. This will be a challenge for me. I certainly hope that when this happens, I will be able to withstand the exposure. I will be getting a tattoo as well. I have been told that this will be for diagnostics only. I really am not all that thrilled; however, I see the importance of it. I will have my schedule soon enough. I am waiting on my paperwork soon enough.

In soon enough time, I will be able to discuss the chemo brain. I have been so fried from the chemo. It has been embarrassing.

Pushing on. Pressing on. Moving on.