Many Dr Visits to Come

Greetings dear friends and family. I have had a few people gently remind me that no updates have been posted for a while- sorry! I have spent the last several days feeling yucky and lots of bone pain from the neulasta and taxol. That is pretty well cleared up now- hooray! Now I am feeling gross because my blood counts are low- blech. That makes me super weak and dizzy and pale. My pasty complexion really brings out my white and gray fuzzy hair- lucky me!! I'm so excited that my hair is coming in so quickly- just not thrilled about the white and gray. What kind of nonsense is that??? The good news is that my counts should rebound soon and I should start to feel human- ish in the next few days. I am very excited that this is the last time of experiencing the side effects and low blood counts associated with chemotherapy! Oh happy day!! I have labs and an appointment next week with Dr Miranda. We will discuss the results of my labs and the necessary next steps. I will have monthly appointments and lab work for the next 6 months. It is reassuring to know that the dr is keeping such a close eye on me. On the 10th I see my neurologist Dr Steffens. He will repeat my brain MRI and check my neurological status. This is to see how the chemo has affected the lesion on my optic nerve and also to better determine the neurological deficits from chemo. Then the following week I will head to Utah to visit with the plastic surgeon. Lots of dr visits but no more chemo!! A huge and heartfelt  thank you for all the love and support we have experienced. Words can't begin to express the depth of gratitude we feel. Our Father in Heaven has watched over me and my precious family every minute. God is good!! ~ Melissa