We'll, its the first couple of days after my first Chemo treatment, and I really had no idea what to expect. The common advice I have been hearing from everyone is each person is different and reacts in their own way. So I thought I should write how my body is reacting so far.
I noticed my first obvious change Friday night/Saturday morning, around 2a.m. I woke up unexpectedly with a horrible nauseous feeling, and every muscle and bone was aching in my body. It felt like a bus had slammed right into me and my body was completely bruised. I took some medicine to help, but whatever position I tired to go back to sleep on felt painful. Needless to say I didn't get too much sleep that night.
On Saturday I tired to take it easy, and just took a little walk to move my leg muscles around. However, I felt nauseous at times and my body just ached constantly, with a horrible pounding headache. I also did notice my reaction and processing time was significantly decreased. I felt as everything around me was moving very quickly and I had a hard time catching up.
This lack of physical ability has been the hardest part for me so far. I'm such an active person that it has been hard for me to not be able to lead the once busy schedule I'm so accustomed to. Its hard to see such an obvious change that constantly reminds you that "yes, you are sick." Instead of traveling or going out with friends or enjoying the outdoors, I'm a young woman who can't, at this time, do what I love to do. But I know this is only a brief time in my life and things will get better, but it is hard, especially, when I know this is the first treatment in a long series of other treatments I still must face. I just have to keep strong and hold onto my positive attitude.
So far today (Sunday) I have felt similar to how I felt on Saturday, just nauseous, tired, aching, and lethargic. I must say though, my sister and mom have been great, helping me keep positive and entertained. We have been watching movies, looking for mini-daschunds to buy, and I have started to create collage. So for now, we are just taking one day at a time.
Thank You everyone for your comments, stories, and support, they have all been so helpful for me during this time of fighting Lymphoma.
Danielle
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My wife and I had noticed the lack of your cheerful and upbeat presence on the KDLT morning news, but were unaware of the reason behind it until now. Ms. Dupuy, please know that there are many people who you've never met who are thinking of you and wishing you the strength and stamina to get through your chemotherapy. We look forward to your recovery and many healthy decades to follow.
ReplyDeleteProbably could not be said any better csdhome.
ReplyDeletePeople from all over Western South Dakota, South Western Minnesota and Northwestern Iowa have you in their thoughts and prayers.
Stay Strong!
Danielle -
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to wish you the very best in your fight! Watching you go through your first treatment I can't imagine. I wish you courage and strength and you WILL beat this!
In reading your past post you were wondering about doing the IV or the port. My mom, who recently underwent Chemo, had a port put in and while it does leave a bit of a scar she says depending on the number of treatments it worked well so you don't get those bruises (AKA battle wounds) that's what we call them.
Keep smiling!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!