February 24, 2012
Chemo Day
Today I go and see my Doctor and get my Chemo. I was notified yesterday that my dose of DOXIL had indeed arrived and was waiting for me! This is great news for me. It is helpful for me to know ahead of time that it is there, because there are some preparations that I have to make before I receive the DOXIL infusion.
I cannot vacuum, cannot do laundry, cannot chop/prepare foods, cannot wash dishes, and I cannot wear any tight clothes. There are also food restrictions: no tomatoes, no citrus, no spicy foods. So my days prior to the infusion are busy with house cleaning and shopping and meal prep. I also cannot do any crocheting and so I have a supply of interesting travelogues to watch! And for two days after the infusion, I have to soak my hands and feet in ice water to prevent the blistering side-effects! So no typing!
I had minimal side effects from the last dose, so prayers for the same again this time.
