Today the nurse administered the final dose of the Idarubicin. One step done!
They have warned me that the chemotherapy will cause my blood cell counts to drop the most over the next 5-6 days. Already I am feeling exhausted and achey. Last night I was up with a 102.2 fever that took 6 hours to drop. Now my temp is generally around 100+. A specialist in infectious disease said this is par for the course. He is giving me antibiotics and antivirals and monitoring me for infection.
I may not write much over the next few days as I focus on getting better. Spring planting season begins May 15. I want to be home close to then. Even if I'm not strong enough to plant the flowers, I want to pick them out and see them in our yard.
Kicking cancer (acute myeloid leukemia: subtype M3 (APL)), honoring Lily Elizabeth, and cherishing our new baby girl
Spring flowers are the best! My tulips are just starting to pop up and I planted gladiolas bulbs the other day. I will send you a picture when they are up. Thinking about you!
ReplyDeleteHi Shelley,
ReplyDeleteBrooke and I are looking forward to hearing good news about your recovery, and DeWitt is looking forward to some playdates with Alyssa.
Please know we're happy to help in any way we can, including taking care of Alyssa at any point that may be helpful.
Ken & Brooke Silber
Shelley, I don't think you will remember me but I was a friend of Robs at UST. I met you briefly at a college party. I just saw Robs post about your blog and I've just read what you and your family are going through. I am so very sorry that all of this is happening! Please know that we will be praying for you to recover quickly and as pain free as possible! Being a mom, I could not imagine what this must be like to be away from your daughter! Our love and prayers from MN!
ReplyDeleteJennifer Shawgo (Dardis)
Shelley,
ReplyDeleteChuck, Jessi and I are headed to Riveriera Maya tomorrow for spring break. I will be thinking of you and praying for you on my daily beach walks.
Take care!