I had my 3rd infusion on Monday. I did not have another breathing reaction like I did the 2nd time. I did have 2 or 3 episodes of very severe stomach cramps. They are nasty, luckily it only lasts for a few minutes, nonetheless it is scary. I am going to ask the doctor what he thinks of it, and if it is something I should be overly concerned about. He did say that if I had another problem breathing after my infusion they will change my treatment plan so that it does not contain the Oxiplatium. It is the chemo drug that causes most of the side effects. My hands have problems for a few days after the infusions. They are cold sensitive, tingle, and cramp up. I was warned about the tingling and cold sensitivity, it is a common side effect of the Oxiplatium. I am also fatigued and nauseated for about a week after the infusions.
Chris, Renee, and Jill were up for a visit from the east coast. It was nice to visit with them. Luckily it was during my ‘good’ week so I was able to enjoy more time with them.
I did manage to get in a good 45 mile bike ride the day before my infusion. It was a beautiful sunny day, and I figured I better go while I felt good, since I would be ‘knocked down’ the next day.
They seem to have my blood clot under control, and I am taking my Coumadin every day. I need to find out when they are going to take another ultrasound to see how my jugular vein looks.
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