I guess you could say that I’m on holiday. From infusions, that is. My liver enzymes are still high, so I did not have a treatment today. That’s two in a row I’ve skipped. Maybe next week . . .
I didn’t mind so much this time, I guess because I’ve
adjusted to the idea that sometimes the schedule may need to be adjusted to
allow for my liver to recover. Yes, of course, I fully realize that taking a
break from killing off cancer cells is not optimal. But the advantage is having
a bit more energy.
Now, mind you, I’m not doing marathons or housework or
walking much. But at least moving from room to room does not wipe me out. Plus,
having this bit of energy will make for a nicer visit with my brothers this
weekend.
On Monday (Oct. 27), my Power Port was installed, a
minor outpatient surgery. It seems to be a little bulkier than the port I had
back in 2016. It allows for fast contrast infusions for whenever I have a CT or
PET scan again. And I am happy that my left hand will no longer be the site for
I.V.s or even blood draws. The added benefit of that surgery is that I’m not
supposed to lift anything heavier than five pounds for the next week or so;
there go any household chores I might be tempted to do. But, then again, I must
give up the lovely habit of picking up granddaughter Annabelle for the time
being.
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