Today I had my one-month follow-up with my oncologist. He feels I am doing well with just a few minor side effects of my new medication so far. Of course, being me, I have one of the rarest side effects. One he has only seen once before in his practice. I have had two instances of minor hematomas in my left eye in the past couple of weeks.
I just can't do "normal" like other people. I have to go that extra step to be different. It was always a joke in my family whenever I was sick. We would tell the doctor, "Just start with the least likely cause for her symptoms and work backwards. It will be faster that way. She doesn't do normal."
Due to the count on my bone density test, the doctor recommends I receive infusions of Zoledronic Acid (Zometa) every six months. He says I may feel lousy for a couple days after each treatment, but each treatment should get easier. Apparently, this will not only build up my bones, but will also reduce the chance of the cancer metastasizing to the bones. First I need to be cleared by my dentist. If there are dental issues, there could be damage to the jaw from this treatment. But I doubt that will be an issue for me as I have very healthy teeth and gums. 😁
Most likely, the infusions will start in mid-June so we don't interfere with our vacation plans. This will be a very special trip with my mom and we are not letting a little thing like cancer mess that up.
The doctor was impressed by my "good spirit" about all this. But that is only because I have The Spirit inside me. God continues to fill me with His grace and peace, even on the days I feel draggy and dumb from the medication. I continue to be grateful for His provision and blessing in the midst of this.
Unless something unexpected pops up, my next update will probably be after my May 1 surgery. Thank you for your prayers. God keeps answering "exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think." Eph 3:20
