Hi all,
I meet with the oncology group tomorrow so hopefully there will be some info about what course of treatment I'll be undergoing. Sometimes it feels like the wheels move very slowly but I guess my perspective is a little skewed (I want this done with NOW!) and I know they're getting to me as soon as they can.
Not too much has happened since last Thursday when I posted the first entry here. Had a chance to see Jenny and Stan and then Val and Nicole - very nice, if brief, visits. On Sunday Dave took me to IKEA for what amounted to a big day out. We went to find a more comfy chair for me to sit in while watching TV (because I am watching a lot of TV) and by the time we got home I was wiped out. But we found a good, comfortable chair.
On Monday I had another round of fluid drainage and this time they took out 3.8 liters, the largest amount so far. For those keeping score, this brings me to a total of 8.8 liters over 14 days. No doubt there will be more of the same to come (luckily this is an outpatient procedure and not too taxing). The doctor told me that the pressure I feel from all this additional liquid in my gut is the same thing that pregnant women feel when the baby starts to get big and pushes on the surrounding organs. It can be very painful and I have a difficult time imagining dealing with that for several months.
Otherwise, not too much going on. The dogs are getting, and loving, tons of attention. I wish I could take them for long walks during the day but they have to deal with short walks around the block or a quick visit to the backyard for a piddle. Dave is taking them for their long morning and afternoon walks so they are getting exercise.
I also just finished the entire series, 22 episodes, of the HBO show Rome. Can't recommend it enough and I found that not really knowing or remembering this period of history was no hindrance. In fact, the only thing I knew going in was that Brutus kills Caesar (um, spoiler alert?) though they didn't include the famous "Et tu, Brute?" quote during that scene. Maybe that's just something Shakespeare made up? At any rate, it was really well done.
Finally, I want to say thanks to all those who have left comments on the blog or have sent me messages in other ways. You have no idea how much I appreciate that - it really helps a lot!
More soon,
David
Hi David-
ReplyDeleteI'm happy to see another post from you! I do love the way you write. I'm glad you're able to take the dogs for a walk now and again. I'm sure Stan wouldn't mind walking his buddies once in a while if you need him. ;) I still recommend True Blood if you can get past the first 4 steamy episodes. Jason is hilarious once he gets out of the bedroom! Take care.
Love-
Jenny
Good Luck tomorrow David(s)
ReplyDeleteI totally feel you as far as the waiting goes. Gives me an entirely new perspective. Hopefully tomorrow will provide you with a plan....I am here for questions or support. Who knew I would call upon my work-knowledge in such a personal way... Thinking of you and I love you tons!!!
Thanks so much for keeping us updated. Even when there isn't much to report, your commentary is still appreciated.
ReplyDeleteI guess I'll have to check out Rome - I highly value your recommendation. I'll recommend a few things, but I wouldn't be surprised if you've already seen most (all): Mad Men, Dexter, Veronica Mars, Project Runway (Portland represent!), Six Feet Under, Desperate Housewives (esp. the earlier seasons) and re-watch Twin Peaks (in honor of its 20th birthday!). Did you ever watch Oz? Pretty violent, but good stuff.
Know that I'll be thinking of you and sending good thoughts & strength your way.
Much love,
Darla