Thursday went through the regular lab stick, blood pressure was up to 155 (highest it's been for a while as well as heart rate higher. Nurse said it was probably from the coffee I had had earlier that morning), then met with Dr. Morich (Dr. Grosset was on vacation). Very nice and thorough with exam. Didn't indicate that he found neck lymph nodes enlarged (good thing). I mentioned that I had gained more weight, and he said it was probably from the steroids (he said it makes you eat like a horse!). Nurse said earlier that the cancer center never complains when patients gain weight ... it's a good thing. Doctor also mentioned my glucose level was a bit high (didn't ask what it was, but I know it was running high when I had blood work done before cancer diagnosis).
Then went up to the treatment center, and by the time they took my blood pressure before starting the treatments, it was down to 117 and heart rate was the usual. Guess it was a combination of coffee and anticipation of substitute doctor. IV's went good, and ritux started at the higher level and finished at the max. Started feeling 'very' tired about half hour before finish. Got home, had a bite to eat and felt crummy (tired, achy, and a tiny bit of nausea). By the time I woke up for my 2am pee, I felt much better. (Yes Dianne, I'm trying to push the drinking! hee-hee)
Friday went in for the neulasta shot and felt ok for the rest of the night. Saturday found me tired and just 'off'. Expected this, so wasn't surprised. Should be better tomorrow. Figure I can go to work on Monday and do at least 6 hours. Won't try for more until Tuesday, but should be able to do 8 hour days rest of the week.
Next cycle (number 6!) will be August 28. Figure I'll be scheduled for a ct to see what's going on before Dr. decides whether or not I'll be doing 8 cycles.
Love to all
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