Yesterday was a "cancer day" and that involved more tests and then speaking with the oncologist and taking a tour of the infusion facilty. The first test I got to do was a CT scan for which I had to have an IV started for that. So they used my port and that was very interesting to say the least. I had to drink this awful orange drink for my CT scan, but no worries I took it like a champ and drank the entire thing. I still can't look at orange gatorade the same now but thats another story. I walk into the room for my scan and they tell me what is going to happen and they have to inject this dye into my IV and then the guy tells me what that will feel like his words excatly "You will feel a burning sensation that sarts in your throat and works its way down your body then you will feel like your peeing yourself but trust me you aren't"! My reaction was I don't want to do this test, but I did and yes after he injected the dye it felt like I was peeing myself but I promise I did not in fact pee myself. I was glad when that test was over. The next test was a bone density test piece of cake I just laid on my back and took a nap while this machine scaned my body.
The outcome from these tests was the best part: No cancer in the bones or anywhere else in my body. So all we have to concentrate on is the lymph nodes and the tumor that is in my boob. This was a great thing to hear, and a huge positive for me!!
After that we met with my oncologist and went over the next 5 months of my chemo treatment. Looks like for the first 2 months I will do 8 weeks of chemo every 2 weeks. After the 8 weeks are done then I will do 12 weeks of a different dosage every week. Yay!! :) So Merry Christmas to me I will have a mastectomy!! Or you can look at it this way by Christmas I will be cancer free!!
So chemo starts Thursday and thats the next hurdle that I have to face, the good thing is it looks like I will only be there Thursday for about 2 hours and not 4hrs. Yay!! and they have prescribed me a ton of anti-naesua medicine so hopefully I won't feel sick Thursday or Friday.
So thats what is going on this week, Im back at work today and tomorrow and hopefully Friday. It is a great distraction to my day and Im glad to be back to work. So everyone have a great week, and either my mom or I will be back Thursday to update you on "chemo day"
Peace, Hope and Love
Kaitlyn
I am starting this blog to give my phone and mind a break :) Though I truly appreciate all the love and support I have received over the past couple of weeks, I am feeling a little overwhelmed with it also. So I wanted to have a place where I could update everyone on whats going on and you would have a place to write me comments of love and encouragment.
12 comments:
Hey! What great news!! Mom and I read this together this afternoon and are so happy to hear that your tests today went so well. Keeping you in our prayers & much love! Cristina :)
Katydid, it is about time you got some good news. I am so happy the cancer hasn't spread any farther than the lymph nodes and ta ta's. The chemo will be a drain for awhile but on the positive side it is every other week for awhile so you can recuperate one week and then it's all to do again. Keep that positive attitude going and you will go far.
The CT scan is a blast. I thought I was peeing my pants also. Not a good feeling for a 26 year old or a 64 year old. I knew I was potty trained and thought you were.
Have a good day at work.
Love
Grams and Gramps
SO happy to hear the good news. We will continue praying for you and your family and sending nothing but positive thoughts your way!
Keep hanging in there
Karen Hoff
YAY for the good news!!! I've been thinking about you everyday, and will continue to do so! :o) Love ya Katy!
Ashley M
(Kamp) haha ;o)
So happy about the good news you got on Monday. I love your blog...makes me smile. And I would look forward to Christmas saying...I'm cancer free. What an awesome Christmas present. I will definitely be thinking and praying for you on Thursday (as I do everyday). I love you much cousin and best friend. XOXO
Kaitlyn that is AWESOME NEWS!! Just what we have been praying for and for you to be cancer free thats next. Keep your head up keep taking it like a champ!! we lift you up in prayer everyday!!!
Kaitlyn, you are a very brave girl! I am so proud to know you! I was told Saturday about your doctors findings. I am sorry to hear about the pain and aniexty you have experienced and unfortunately have to endure in the future. I do know that on the ball field you always keep your head up and share your beautiful smile with all of us! If there is anything I can do to ease your pain please do not hesitate to call me. 450-3605.. so proud of you! Bobbie
That's great news Kaitlyn, I'm so glad to hear it hasn't spread any further. You're in my prayers. I'm not far away, so if you need anything feel free to call.
Blessings,
Leslie Douglass
Love this news:) Praying good thoughts for Thursday....I know you are happy to get back to work girlie!
Wow Kaitlyn! Finally some good news! You've taken a lot of hits but you're still standin!! Good Girl! I love the CT story! There's nothin like it huh! Too funny! Chemo should do miracles for you in regards to your disease...as for your outward ability to tolerate, take naps!! Time flies and will continue to do so. Love and prayers sweetie!!
Lynda Soderlund
Good news!! Praying for you girl!
hey kaitlyn....this is stephanie wottring, ashley's mom...just passed the news and this web site on to her....definately keeping you in our prayers..so.happy for each piece of good news you get!! We serve a big God!!
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