Small Update

I realized I have posted for awhile. Have good reason though - I have pretty much been out for the count.

This time last week I had a dr appt. I got the lupron injection - the one to suppress all the estrogen. Only got one to try to see if we can track and isolate the side effects.

Dr thought for sure it would settle things down and side effects would be less. She was super wrong. Side effects came on hard and fast. Within 24hrs I knew something was up. Monster side effects happened and worsened every day. I got a few hours to feel OK at dance class, but kind of paid for it too. I spent several days just pretty much down in bed. I have been up with the kids 1-2hrs and down the rest of the time. I have been SO thankful for Caiden being willing to do some cooking and meal prep without a single fuss. Don't know what I would do without him.

I sent some very detailed emails out to the dr office to let them know how things have been going. I got a phone call today from MA. Dr is having me stop my cancer med and not restart chemo this weekend. Nothing to do about the injection, it is just in my system and will be for weeks. I have an appt on Monday to follow up with the PA.

I will also be reporting to her about food changes - reflux and nausea have been extra bad. PA and nutrition specialist put me on a restricted diet - no wheat based carbs as much as possible, no milk or chocolate or tomatoes, or anything considered "acid" producing. Just bland, boring for at least a whole month. Eat 2hrs or more before sleeping. Trying to do my best, it is tricky. Hopefully will see if changes help long term.

Thankful for all the medical staff who are constantly looking out for me, and who stay patient as all get out when I continue to throw stuff at them. Thankful for heavenly father counsel to do what medical staff and drs say and to trust that they are being guided and directed for me. That I can be guided and directed to know how to give input and make decisions best for me. Things will be OK eventually, hopefully I can be patient through the process.

Thanx to all who continue to share your love and support and prayers. We are so blessed because if you!

More to come Monday....