We saw the oncologist today and after my 2nd infusion of the Cytoxin, my CA125 again took a nosedive, from 976 three weeks ago to 559 today! The Cytoxin is definitely working on slowing down the tumors. I had my third infusion today and will recheck the tumor marker in 3 weeks.
Of course, there’s always a little hitch. About 10 days ago I had a very, severe episode of epigastric spasms which landed me in the ER for an evening. I’m still trying to convince Paul it was a late effect from the chemo and not the jalapeno laden enchilada I consumed about 45 minutes prior to the attack. At any rate, a little IV Dilaudid and we were on our way with no subsequent problems (and no more spicy food).
Of other interest (or not) Paul and I have been consuming the “now recalled” bags of Townsend organic frozen berry blend for at least three weeks. The Health department was eager to give Paul the Hepatitis A vaccine today, but not so fast for Miss chemo, who is always immunosuppressed. I was able to get an immunoglobin (gammaglobulin for us old timers) injection so we hopefully will avoid getting hepatitis.
Non-medical news. We recently had a wonderful visit with our good friends Pat and Pete from Logan.
And another short, but sweet, visit with our good friend Jodi from Massachusetts.
Enjoying our nice spring weather with one of our beautiful granddaughters, Miss Ila.
If it’s not one thing, it’s another. It’s always something.
Gilda Radner
Love you all,
Big Giant Grandma Nysh