So, because the oral medicines I was on (first Femara, then Aromasin) weren't keeping the cancer under control, I started my first ever chemo last friday, then got my second dose just this past friday. My oncologist said that Taxol is one of the gentler, better tolerated chemo agents, and so far that's been true. Some of the experiences I've read online with Taxol haven't been so positive, and because the effects are cumulative, who knows what the next treatment will bring, but I've only been tired. Strangely, I'm not sleeping deeply, i think because of the steroids they dose me with before the chemo, so I'm tired but not sleepy which is an odd place to be.
One side effect that seems fairly common according to the literature is hair loss around the 3rd treatment, so I'm mentally preparing myself for that:) I've got lots of support, especially my sissies and Will! who have pledged to either go short or bald with me if it happens, so I'll keep you posted!
I'm totally going to be cuter than Will if we both shave our heads.
ReplyDeleteYou'll make the 80's version of Sinead O'Connor look dumpy.
ReplyDeleteCurt said he's already gone bald - it's a good place to be! And as you know, I've gone bald, as well, and it wasn't that bad for me, and you know I'm much more the fashion-whore than you are! LOL Just take it in stride and concentrate on GETTING BETTER! Love you.
ReplyDeleteHang in there! You know I love short hair; I think you will look awesome! ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're doing this.I've been thinking about emailing you to see how things are going,but wasn't sure if you were feeling up to answering.
ReplyDeleteOK..the shaving the head thing...I'll do it in spirit,but am afraid my scalp will show as many spots,blotches,and old lady marks as the rest of my skin!!Love you and carry hope...