Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Day 19 and 20 (Tues, Wed)

So my Doctor told me that I am at the nadir (lowest point) of my treatment. 

Low
All my blood counts are low still, and the past couple of days have been so hard.
  • I spend more time with a fever than without one and have been up to 102 several times.
  • I spend more time with my eyes closed resting or sleeping than open.
  • I feel a little delirious or exhausted all day.
  • I have a new rash, though at least it doesn't itch. 
  • My lower lip is still infected and swollen,
  • It hurts to swallow.
  • I have almost no energy.
  • I am wallowing in a sweaty bed (from the fevers) but have too little energy to shower.
  • I have little interest in food.
Its all very frustrating and depressing--but hopefully will pass soon. I don't get the sense from anyone it will be that soon, but I hope so.

Something Nice
I don't just want to complain so I thought I'd share something nice. Jen has been able to visit and both days read to me. I don't have much more energy than to listen, but it was great. A friend had sent some choose your own adventure books--and they were silly and fun. Seeing Jen is the highlight of my days.


3 comments:

  1. "Seeing Jen is the highlight of my days."

    That is so sweet. Everyone needs to think of their spouses that way.

    Hang in there my friend. I have been using your strength as my inspiration as I am fighting my third sinus infection in 5 weeks. Trying lots of vitamins, fruits, vegetables, saline nasal sprays, water and more rest instead of antibiotics this time....

    Jodi

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  2. You poor old dear. We love you.

    --Kathy, Dave and Peter

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  3. Thanks all--doing my best to hang in. Just so sapped of energy.

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