Fingerprints, no more
It’s official; the chemo has basically destroyed my fingerprints to the point that I can’t unlock my devices anymore. Yes, it’s a common side effect of the drug I am …
My cancer story: There is good that has come from this
This is my cancer story. I won’t let it define me. I won’t let it take over the things I have control over, and I try to find the silver …
Benefits seen by Alberta Cancer Exercise participants
Medical research is important to build up the knowledge and evidence required for cancer treatment improvement. That’s why I’m proud to have participated in the Alberta Cancer Exercise (ACE) program. …
Taxane Allergies
I just got back from my Oncologist, and given the reactions I have had this past week and a half since my last chemo treatment, her Director’s Privilege request to …
The genetic testing conundrum
My genetics counselling and testing appointment was moved up to today. It was so interesting to learn about the type of testing done, genetic classifications, implications of results, etc. Because …
More side effects
Here is an interesting video on how Herceptin works along with chemotherapy. Before Herceptin came along, I would have only had approximately 21 months to live. While Herceptin and I …
Scary reaction to Herceptin
Chemo + Herceptin drips went from 8h15 to 15h45. What a day! With this new part of my treatment, I’ll be getting drips 6 out of the 8 next weeks. …
Ice booties
Today marks the halfway mark of my chemo journey. I’m learning how to adapt to the various side effects I’ve experienced. After having severe Plantar Erythrodysesthesia from my last chemo …
Doxorubicin and Palmar-Plantar Erythrodysesthesia
I met with my oncologist this morning and discussed my newest symptoms which appeared over the past 24 hours: new mouth sores; coughing up thick, yellow phlegm; red, goopy eyes; …