Hello Cancees!

I haven't posted for a while since there really wasn't anything
remarkable to tell you.  My last treatment was on the 22nd of August so
I am approaching a five week mark shortly, and  I thought of some
things you might be interested in.  First off, I lost about 40# during
the eight weeks of chemo (once a week) and radiation 5Xwk.  I have
gained some back but it is occuring slower then I expected.  Most of
the burns have calmed down and the Erbitux lesions are more like dry
skin now then pimples.

That brings me to my topic.  I find/found it interesting that during
the treatment period I more or less expected "things" to happen.  And
in conjunction with that I guess I also expect that aftrer the
treatment was over the onset of recovery would be far more rapid than
it has been.  The Med staff gave me plenty of advice during treatment,
but I advise any of you to stay in touch with your MDs if you feel
things are not going the way you expect.

I had my first checkup with the Med Onc last Monday and he largely told
me stay out of the sun, eat, and hang in there.  I see the Rad. Onc on
Wed. and expect largely the same thing.  I will say the Drs. are very
good at letting me know if there is anyhing I need medication wise just
to call in.  I have and it works.

But, mostly, I want to share that bit of tdepression I feel now and
then when I sense the fatigue that wasn't there before, and have to be
oh so careful with my tongue which usually is hurting like the dickens.
This is but my experience and I still believe that everyones is
different.  Overall I feel my body has blessed me with its resiliency
and stamina. So, don't be surprised with anything and remember, we're
all in this together!

Bless you all,
ipunty